Vacuum Packaging Machines in Food Laboratories
How food laboratories use MULTIVAC vacuum packaging machines for samples, retention samples and storage — applications and how to choose the right machine.
Food laboratories work with samples, retention samples and reference materials whose condition must stay unchanged over time. As soon as air, moisture or foreign odours get in, a sample changes — and so does the analytical result. A professional vacuum packaging machine helps labs package samples cleanly, compactly and reproducibly, preserving their condition for storage, shipping and later analysis.
In this article we look at how vacuum packaging is used in the food laboratory and how to choose the right MULTIVAC vacuum packaging machine for your workflow.
Why Vacuum Packaging in a Food Laboratory?
Vacuum packaging removes the air and seals the sample in a bag. For a laboratory, that brings several benefits:
- Sample integrity — with no residual oxygen, oxidation, drying-out and microbial growth are slowed, keeping samples closer to their original state.
- Protection from contamination — the sealed package guards against dust, moisture and foreign odours during storage and transport.
- Reproducibility — a machine-controlled process delivers the same seal every time, which matters for comparable results.
- Compact, organised storage — vacuum-packed samples are space-efficient and easy to label and archive.
Typical Applications
Depending on the lab and task, vacuum packaging is used for, among others:
- Retention samples and reference samples
- Samples for shelf-life and storage studies
- Portioning and archiving of test samples
- Ingredients, powders and raw materials for analysis
- Samples for shipment to external laboratories
Not every sample needs vacuum packaging — the right method depends on the material, the analysis and the storage or transport process.
Choosing the Right MULTIVAC Vacuum Packaging Machine
MULTIVAC vacuum packaging machines are built for professional, repeatable packaging processes. For a laboratory, the right model depends on a few factors:
- The size and quantity of samples you package
- The vacuum bag size you need
- The number of packages per day — occasional use or continuous throughput
Popular options include the compact MULTIVAC C 70 table-top chamber machine for individual samples and smaller runs, and the MULTIVAC BASELINE P 200 and MULTIVAC BASELINE P 360 for higher daily throughput.
Planeta Industries helps labs match these factors to the right solution — from compact machines to systems for higher volumes.
Get Advice on Vacuum Packaging for Your Laboratory
If you want to vacuum package samples or retention samples in your food laboratory, Planeta Industries can help you find a suitable MULTIVAC solution and the right vacuum bags. Contact us to discuss your requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can vacuum packaging extend the shelf life of lab samples?
Removing the air slows oxidation and drying-out, which keeps the condition of many samples stable for longer. The appropriate method still depends on the sample and the requirements of the analysis.
Which MULTIVAC machine suits a laboratory?
It depends on sample size, bag size and quantity per day. MULTIVAC offers machines from occasional use to higher throughput; Planeta Industries can help you choose.