The AutoJet antimicrobial system from Spraying Systems provides an antimicrobial shot that can boost the shelf-life of packaged meat and poultry by up to 40 per cent.
The technology controls pathogens such as E.coli, Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes.
The process, which has been validated by the USDA/ARS, uses the sprayed lethality in container (SLIC) process, which allows an antimicrobial agent to be sprayed into a vacuum package before the meat is inserted.
That ensures an even distribution of antimicrobial agent around the product. Precise dosing of the antimicrobial agent is achieved by using customised PulsaJet spray nozzles while SprayCheck sensors are used to make sure the proper dosage has been administered into each package.
Depending on the product being processed, multiple antimicrobial shot sizes ranging from five to 40ml can be sprayed into the packages with the assistance of the system’s touch screen controller.
