Packaging Automation has developed SkinPAC, the new pack format for enhanced presentation, preservation and protection of fresh products such as meat and fish.

The SkinPAC system of sealing uses a highly transparent barrier film that wraps tightly around the product like a second skin and forms a seal with the bottom of the tray. This format offers high visibility vacuum packs aimed at improving shelf life, better product quality and packaging reduction with the use of a shallower tray than would otherwise be possible.

The tight seal ensures retention of product fluids, eliminating leakage.

The technology is available on the companys Eclipse range and Revolution machine, and promises the fastest tray skin cycle with speeds of up to 80 packs per minute.