Food Processing Solutions | Freeze Dried, Retort & Frozen Foods

freeze dried

What is Freeze Drying?

Freeze drying is a food preservation process in which food is frozen and moisture is removed under vacuum through sublimation. This helps preserve the structure, colour and flavour of suitable ingredients while producing a lightweight product with low residual moisture.

Freeze dried fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices and other suitable food ingredients can be used in snack formulations, ready to eat meals and food manufacturing. Because the finished products readily absorb moisture, suitable moisture barrier packaging is important for maintaining their quality during storage.

Freeze Dried Fruits

Freeze Dried Vegetables

Freeze Dried Herbs & Spices

Freeze Dried Food Ingredients

Retort Processing

What is Retort Processing?

Retort processing uses controlled heat and pressure to preserve suitable foods in sealed, heat resistant packaging. The food and package undergo a validated thermal process designed to achieve commercial sterility and support the intended storage conditions.

This method is used for suitable prepared foods such as curries, gravies, rice dishes and ready to eat meals. Depending on the formulation, packaging and validated process, retort processed products can be designed for storage without refrigeration, making them useful for convenient meal formats and food distribution.

Ready-to-Eat Retort Meals

Ready-to-Heat Retort Dishes

Retort Curries & Gravies

Retort Rice & Meal Bases

Frozen Snacks & Food

What are Frozen Snacks & Foods?

Freezing helps preserve food by slowing microbial growth and other changes that affect quality. When products are properly processed, packaged and stored at the required temperature, freezing can help maintain their flavour, texture and suitability for later preparation.

Frozen snacks and prepared foods offer convenient options for households, food service businesses and commercial kitchens. Product-specific storage instructions, preparation methods and an uninterrupted cold chain are important for maintaining quality from production to consumption.