Picture this – a vibrant tableau of colors, aromas, and tastes that capture the essence of India’s diverse culinary landscape. Nichrome, with its state-of-the-art food packaging machines, is ready to elevate the experience at the World Mithali Namkeen Expo 2023. Our integrated packaging solutions are more than mere machines; they are enablers of culinary excellence, ensuring that every flavor-packed creation reaches its destination with freshness intact.

The Art of Preservation: Innovative Packaging Solutions by Nichrome

As packaging machine manufacturers, we understand the delicate balance between preserving tradition and embracing innovation. Nichrome’s food packaging machines are a testament to this commitment. Our innovative packaging solutions are designed not just to protect the integrity of the namkeen but also to tell a story – a story of authenticity, quality, and the unmistakable flavors that define our culinary heritage.

At the core of our culinary showcase is a commitment to preserving the soul of Indian flavors. Ourinnovative packaging solutions go beyond the ordinary, incorporating cutting-edge features that safeguard the freshness and taste of every namkeen variant. From air-tight seals to specialized packaging materials, Nichrome’s food packaging machines are engineered to maintain the integrity of the product from creation to consumption.

Integrated Packaging Solutions: The Nichrome Advantage

Nichrome doesn’t just provide machines; we offer integrated packaging solutions that cater to the unique needs of the culinary world. Our packaging machines in India are crafted to seamlessly integrate into existing workflows, ensuring efficiency without compromising on the quality of the end product. It’s not just about packaging; it’s about presenting a masterpiece that reflects the true essence of Indian flavors.

Conclusion

As we unfold the flavors of India at the World Mithai Namkeen Expo 2023, Nichrome invites you to join us on a culinary odyssey like no other. Explore the artistry of packaging machines in India, witness the seamless integration of tradition and innovation, and savor the unmistakable tastes that define our diverse culinary heritage.

In the realm of namkeen packaging, Nichrome isn’t just showcasing; we’re celebrating the flavors of India. For those who appreciate the art of preservation, the dance of spices, and the symphony of tastes – this is an invitation to immerse yourself in the culinary showcase of a lifetime. Welcome to the world of Nichrome at WMNE 2023 – where flavors come alive, and traditions find a new home in the hearts of connoisseurs worldwide.

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So what is MAP technology?

Modified Atmosphere Packaging is the method of modifying the makeup of the internal atmosphere of a package – usually food packages and medicines – in order to improve the shelf life of the packed products. This technology was developed to deal with the short shelf life of certain food products such as meat, fish, poultry and dairy in the presence of oxygen. The presence of oxygen in the packaging leads to the lipid oxidation of the food product. Oxygen contributes to the shortened shelf life of the fresh produce because it leads to high respiration rates. Even microbiologically, Oxygen catalyses the growth of aerobic spoilage microorganisms. It is plainly obvious that a reduction in oxygen and its replacement with more suitable gases can deter or reduce oxidation reactions and microbiological spoilage.

The MAP process generally involves the lowering of the amount of oxygen in the headspace within the package. Nitrogen – a comparatively inert gas – or carbon dioxide can be used to replace oxygen. The use of active techniques such as gas flushing and compensated vacuum, or passive ones like designing ‘breathable films’ can be used to achieve a stable atmosphere of gases inside the packaging.

Packaging the product in a modified atmosphere needs specialised machinery that can flush out air from the packaging chamber and replace it with another gas or a specifically defined mixture of gases. The product is then sealed in the packaging to ensure that only the modified atmosphere is around the product and unwanted gases are eliminated from the pack.

Cutting edge technologies were needed to be developed to ensure that the mixture of gases is correct, to test the sealed packages for the right mixture, and to ensure that the packaging does not leak.

The Athena Thermoforming Tray Seal Machine from Nichrome

The Italian company Tecnovac is an industry leader in the manufacturing of packaging machines for food products. It has carved out a name for itself in the packaging industry over time with the production of all-round automatic packaging machines for a diverse range of products including food, industrial and pharmaceutical products.

Nichrome – India’s leading packaging machine manufacturer and food packaging solutions provider – has teamed up with Tecnovac to bring its Athena Automatic Tray Sealer to India. The Athena has the capability of packaging food in a modified atmosphere, in any combination of trays and top films for packaging chopped vegetables & fruits, raw & processed meat, fish, frozen food, Indian mithai, namkeen, and ready-to-eat meals such as biryani etc.

The Athena machine is able to seal and pack in a protective atmosphere (vacuum+gas) or with a ‘skin effect’, all types of trays or jars using pre-formed trays. Its strong stainless steel structure and ease of maintenance make the Athena ideal for use in small and medium-sized companies. The combination of these features with an output speed of up to 60 trays per minute makes the Athena easily acceptable to India’s ready-to-eat food manufacturers.

MAP in the Post-Pandemic World

The COVID-19 pandemic has catalysed a number of developments in safety and hygiene in almost every arena. In such a situation, MAP Tray Sealing and the Athena food tray sealing machines offer a win-win situation for both manufacturers and consumers of food items. In India especially, snacks, namkeen and mithai are a beloved part of life. Athena’s MAP technology helps ensure that the food items are packed safely – untouched by human hands – and raises hygiene levels that are a particular concern of all consumers. With MAP tray sealing and automatic vacuum packing machines, manufacturers can ensure the safe and clean production and sale of mithai and snacks that consumers crave.

Conclusion

Nichrome – among the best packaging machine manufacturers – offers the latest, most cost-effective packaging solutions in India, with a comprehensive range of automatic packing machines for the whole gamut of applications in the Food, Pharma and other industries. Nichrome’s offerings are a result of its decades of industry experience, technological know-how, and superb design & manufacturing capabilities. They also come with nationwide support in terms of service and spares. For further information and more integrated packaging solutions, please visit www.nichrome.com.

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The pandemic has only added to the situation, causing the market to boom further.

Today, supermarkets and restaurants too are opting for packaged staples, pre-packaged salads and cut vegetables, etc. Many food sellers are shifting to selling pre-made meals that are then frozen or packaged in film-covered trays.

HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT FOOD PACKAGING MACHINE

Needless to say, you must go for the food packaging machine that suits your business requirement the best, there are some basic criteria to consider.

Size and weight of the machine:

The space you have for the machine and its operators plays an important role when selecting your food packaging machine. Size and weight of the machine should suit your facility.

Ease of operation:

Keep in mind the skills and aptitude of your staff who are going to operate the machine. Go for a food packaging machine that your operators can handle easily, or can be easily trained to operate.

Cost of running & maintenance:

Find out the average cost of running the machine you propose to purchase. Regular use means it will require regular maintenance, so ask about annual maintenance contracts. Sometimes, parts may need to be repaired or replaced. Be aware of such expenditures when calculating investment cost and ROI.

Flexibility for growth/diverse products:

While you will be buying the automated packaging machine for a specific product, choose a machine that has the flexibility and versatility to package other products too. With minimum adjustments and easy changeover. After all, you may expand your product range in the near future, and your current packing machine should be capable of handling it. Most Vertical Form Fill Seal Machines work flawlessly with various packaging products no matter what the size, shape or content you put in the bags.

Reliability of the manufacturer:

Be aware of the manufacturer’s track record. You might even contact other customers to find out their experience, and get first-hand information regarding services and support.

LEADING FOOD PACKAGING SOLUTIONS INDIA

In India, Nichrome is a pioneer and leader in food packaging solutions. For over four decades, Nichrome has designed and developed food packaging machines, filling systems and integrated packaging solutions for packaging edible grains, pulses, powders, liquids, viscous and ready-to-eat foods.

As top packaging machine manufacturer, Nichrome offers a range of machines and technologies for practically every possible food application.

Main technologies offered by Nichrome:

• VFFS – high-speed, accurate vertical packaging machines for the widest range of liquids, solids, powders & viscous
• HFFS – linear technology offering outstanding versatility for different products and diverse pouch formats
• VFFS Multilane–sachet filling machines, generally used for smaller pouch sizes and sachet packaging, popular in the hospitality & travel industries
• PFS (Pick-Fill-Seal) – Rotary technology, preferred for packing ready-to-eat foods in innovative pouch formats
• Preformed Tray Sealing – Italian technology for packing ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook foods in protective modified atmosphere (MAP)
• Tin Filling – PLC-controlled line for packing powders, sugar, rice, dry fruits, candies, pan masala, etc. in a variety of tin sizes

Main food applications served by Nichrome:

• Milk and liquids – Nichrome’s Filpack Servo 12K is India’s fastest milk/liquid packaging machine
• Oil and viscous – Nichrome’s Filpack Servo SMD offers innovative, high-speed packing in 3-side seal pillow pouches
• Sugar – Nichrome offers multiple machines to pack sugar in quantities up to 10 Kgs
• Salt – Machines with anti-corrosive construction and minimum moving parts designed specifically for salt packaging
• Snacks – A range of machines for different snacks. Wing 200 E-line is designed especially for start-ups & SMEs
• Powders – Nichrome’s Maxima 400 is the fastest powder packaging machine for ground spices, soup mixes, pre-mix powders, dairy whitener, etc.
• Grains and pulses – Nichrome’s Excel Plus series has a solution for practically every food grain and pulse
• Tea & coffee – From small sachets to bulk packs, Nichrome’s range of tea packaging and coffee packaging machines can handle it all
• RTE/RTC – Nichrome’s PFS, with special RTE fillers and rotary filling & sealing technology, is the ideal RTE packaging machine for ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook foods

CONCLUSION

Whether you are a large MNC with a range of food products or a snack producing startup; a dairy looking to package the raw milk collected or a hotel introducing ready meals; a supermarket selling cut vegetables & fruits or an edible oil factory – trust Nichrome to provide the most efficient and cost-effective packaging solutions India. Highly reputed amongst automatic filling machine manufacturers, Nichrome assures innovative designs and customisation, high quality manufacturing, reliable spares & service support, and dedicated partnering from concept to commissioning.

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