Slicing an apple will result in it turning brown within a few minutes. Chips will stale a few days after opening the bag. “This process is called oxidation, caused by oxygen and moisture that interacts with the product as soon as the packaging is opened,” says Gary Growden with Natural Storage Systems™.
Return atmosphere back into packaging
Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) technology prevents this process from happening and replaces damaging oxygen, typically with nitrogen. The process has been used by food processors and packagers since the 1930s'. As a result, food in a closed container can be stored for a longer period of time. “Without always realizing it, consumers use MAP every day,” said Growden. “Almost all bagged salads, nuts, chips, fruits, vegetables, coffee, tea and other food products are packaged through MAP.” Natural Storage Systems™ has created a technology to place the atmosphere back into the storage container, enabling the consumer to extend shelf life, keeping their food fresher, longer and reducing waste. This technology allows consumers to utilize MAP right at home.
Consumer product
Natural Storage Systems’™ storage products have a unique configuration to allow MAP to be re-applied back inside the container. The company’s canisters, bowls, lids, caps, clips, boxes and bags are either: BPA free, recyclable, reusable or renewable and the gas is all natural. Products are sold individually or in a starter kit.
Commercial businesses
In addition to consumer products, Natural Storage Systems™ has also developed this technology for caterers, bakeries, food service and commercial businesses. As a result, GrowPack (CASS), another of Natural Storage Systems' companies, can take a 40 ft. shipping container of corn, soybeans, quinoa, rice and others, to be stored for up to seven years. “Whether it is large scale or small scale, our technology extends shelf-life, reduces food waste and saves money,” added Growden.
