African Oxygen Limited (Afrox), a member of Tier One player The Linde Group, has developed an extensive range of modified atmosphere packaging (MAP) gases for the food industry.
The component gases in the FoodFreshTM range include carbon dioxide (CO2), nitrogen (N2) and oxygen (O2), which has been designed to extend the shelf-life of all freshly packaged products.
All the gases involved give 100% natural advantages to help inhibit food deterioration. N2 displaces the O2 where aerobic mechanisms can thrive as well as being an inert filler gas to prevent pack collapse. Additionally, the CO2 used stunts the growth of mould and aerobic bacteria.
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