As today's fast-paced lifestyles fuel the growing demand for convenient meal options, the ready-to-eat food market continues to flourish, with e-commerce further amplifying this trend. Manufacturers have embraced Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) technology to extend product freshness and maintain quality during distribution. The sophisticated preservation method relies on carefully calibrated mixtures of two to four gases, with proportions specifically tailored to each product type and anticipated storage conditions. The primary gases employed—carbon dioxide (CO2), oxygen (O2), and nitrogen (N2)—each serve distinct preservation functions within the package environment. Given the delicate balance required, even minor deviations in gas ratios can initiate rapid quality deterioration, potentially compromising food safety and damaging brand reputation. For these reasons, accurate headspace composition analysis has become indispensable in contemporary food manufacturing operations.
Cubic Instruments, a leading manufacturer of gas sensors and gas analyzers, has leveraged its extensive expertise in gas analysis to develop the advanced portable gas analyzer Gasboard-3022Plus for headspace gas testing in modified atmosphere packaging (MAP).
Gasboard-3022Plus utilizes non-dispersive infrared (NDIR) technology for high-accuracy CO2 measurement, delivering exceptional reliability in carbon dioxide detection with a remarkable operational lifetime exceeding 10 years. For oxygen analysis, Gasboard-3022Plus employs Zirconia sensor technology, ensuring precise O2 level readings in the headspace gas mixtures, and rapid response times under 7 seconds and impressive longevity of 5 years. To elevate user experience, Gasboard-3022Plus is equipped with a premium 5-inch color touchscreen combined with an intuitive user-friendly interface, making operation straightforward even during busy production cycles. The intelligent data management system of Gasboard-3022Plus combines large storage capacity with scanning camera functionality, Wi-Fi transmission capabilities, and Android operating system integration—ensuring seamless data collection, documentation, and accessibility for quality control processes. Furthermore, with substantial lithium battery capacity and fast-charging capability, Gasboard-3022Plus supports extended operation throughout production cycles, enabling comprehensive batch verification without interruption. The analyzer’s highly sensitive flow monitoring system with intelligent alarm functionality immediately alerts operators to potential sampling issues, preventing erroneous readings that could lead to costly product recalls or brand damage.
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