Vacuum trays for food: how to ensure hygiene and durability

Food preservation is a fundamental aspect for producers, artisan workshops, gastronomies and companies operating in the fresh food supply chain. Among the most effective and professional solutions, vacuum trays represent a safe and reliable standard for maintaining product quality, hygiene and durability. But why choose this technology and what features should a tub have to ensure optimal results?

Vacuum preservation: why it works

Vacuum packaging removes air from the tray, inhibiting the development of microorganisms and slowing the oxidation of food. This brings concrete benefits for both producers and distributors:

• Significant increase in the shelf life of fresh foods.

• Reduction of waste, thanks to better storage management.

• Maintenance of organoleptic characteristics (color, flavor, consistency).

• Greater hygiene safety, as the product does not come into contact with external agents.

Vacuum trays are therefore indispensable for products such as cheeses, fresh meats, gastronomy, fresh pasta, processed fruit and vegetables, and ready-to-eat foods.

The characteristics of professional trays

To achieve effective storage, a simple container is not enough: you need a tray designed to withstand the stresses of the packaging process.

The best vacuum trays feature:

– High protective barrier

Materials such as PP (polypropylene) or multilayer structures with EVOH provide superior protection against oxygen and moisture, ensuring stability and safety even for long periods.

– Compatibility with professional machines

The trays must be rigid, properly thermoformed and with perfectly weldable edges to avoid micro-leaks.

– Thermal resistance

Many foods require refrigeration, a freezer, or heating. For this purpose, suitable materials are needed at different operating temperatures.

– Food contact certification

An essential requirement for ensuring safety and compliance with european regulations.

GoPack selects trays certified and tested according to HACCP, CE and FDA standards, ensuring total reliability in industrial and artisanal packaging.

Pairing the tray with the film: the secret to the perfect seal

The quality of the vacuum packaging also depends on the film used. Vacuum-sealable films specifically for vacuum ensure:

• Airtight and wrinkle-free closure
• Protection against dehydration
• High transparency to enhance the product
• Resistance to thermal shock

GoPack offers films suitable for different types of machinery and production levels, ensuring consistent performance.

Guaranteed hygiene throughout the supply chain

Vacuum trays not only protect the product, but help build a safer supply chain. Thanks to airtight packaging, can reduce the risk of:

• external contamination,
• accidental manipulations,
• bacterial proliferation,
• early deterioration.

This allows producers and distributors to work with greater peace of mind and to ensure the final consumer a protected and controlled food.

GoPack: tailor-made solutions for those working in the fresh food sector 

GoPack supports businesses and manufacturers with:

• Vacuum trays of different shapes, volumes and materials
• Certified heat sealable films
• Free samples for machinery testing
• Technical advice to choose the ideal solution
• Eco-friendly and recyclable materials 

GoPack vacuum trays are the professional answer for those who want to ensure hygiene, durability and quality of their food. A technical choice that improves safety and strengthens the value of the product.