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Considering a Superior Sorbent Solution?

Start Here. Integrating a desiccant into a packaging line should never cause any disruption. Multisorb sorbent dispensers can be incorporated into production lines, with a throughput of up to 300 units per minute. Choosing to utilize both dispensers and sorbents simultaneously assures troubleshooting capabilities for both. In this regard, it is possible to offer the […]

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The Difference Between Sorbent Companies Can Be Crucial to Success.

When it comes to sorbents, quality, safety, and customer support are just as important as price. Of course, quality is of the highest importance, and it is an absolute necessity when it comes to sorbents. Certainly, the sorbent should also be approved by the Food & Drug Administration where applicable, to ensure it meets their […]

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Are You Using the Right Desiccant? Find out Now.

Desiccant implementation is technical. It is not a “one size fits all” solution. In the video below, a Multisorb Scientist talks about the importance of simulation modeling in ensuring you get the right desiccant for your product. Ensure that your pharmaceutical product remains safe, stable, and active when they get to the people who depend […]

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A Mini Dictionary for Active Packaging

The active packaging industry helps many companies prolong the lifespan of their products. Take a product like deli meat, for example. The meat naturally has a short lifespan. In time, the appearance of the meat starts to fade and it must be removed from the shelves within 10 days or so. By adding active packaging […]

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4 Reasons To Stay Away From Cheap Sorbents

Sorbents give food and pharmaceutical brands a way to extend the shelf life of their product. A sachet tucked inside a bag of beef jerky or a canister inside a bottle of pharmaceuticals, for example, traps oxygen and moisture that can degrade products. Sorbents are effective. However, not all sorbents are created equal. There are […]

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The Benefits of Oxygen-Absorbing Film in Food Packaging

An innovative solution to extend the shelf life of food is now available. Oxygen-absorbing film protects the quality, look, flavor, aroma, and texture of food – and it blends seamlessly into the product’s packaging. Multisorb has developed an oxygen absorbing resin that is integrated directly into film called FreshPlus. FreshPlus can be let down in […]

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Increasing Productivity by Automating Insertion Sorbent Packets on Food Packaging Lines

Including an oxygen-absorbing sorbent in your food packaging helps maintain quality and extend shelf life. Sorbents are found in a variety of foods like pet food, dietary supplements, processed meats, baked goods, pre-cooked meals, whole muscle meat, and ground beef. However, inserting a sorbent into a package can be a challenge. Active packaging companies can […]

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Oxygen Absorbing Film: The Package Itself Absorbs Oxygen

There’s a lot of science behind food packaging. Manufacturers have to control the environment inside the package in order to preserve a food’s color, texture, taste, and smell. To do so, an oxygen scavenger is typically added to the package. These scavengers are usually free-floating components, but a new kind of oxygen absorber is generating […]

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Molecular Sieve vs Silica Gel: What’s the Difference?

The quality and shelf life of a product is paramount, especially in the healthcare industry. Medications that line store shelves or are dispensed by a pharmacy can’t degrade or become less effective as they wait to be consumed. To protect pharmaceuticals, supplements, vitamins, and diagnostic products like pregnancy tests, many companies add a desiccant to […]

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Active Packaging Makes Clean Labeling a Reality

The trend has become the rule. What was once thought to be a passing interest for some has become the norm for many. Clean label food and beverages are products that contain clean and simple ingredients. According to Food Insider Journal, 75% of consumers will pay more for clean label ingredients.[1] With consumers driving the […]

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