As a sterilization provider specialized for over 60 years in treatment by ionizing radiation, IONISOS offers professionals in numerous sectors (pharmaceutical, medical, cosmetic, etc.) a high-end sterilization service.
Here, we present our food packaging sterilization services for agri-food companies.
Benefit from recognized expertise and tailored support to meet your needs!
It is possible to sterilize all types of food and beverage packaging with IONISOS: from plastic pouch packaging (for drinks, applesauce) to cardboard packaging, as well as glass jars or bottles.
The choice between beta or gamma sterilization will depend on the mechanical properties of the packaging and its composition to avoid any alteration.
On this point, your dedicated IONISOS advisor will guide you to ensure effective and 100% reliable treatment.
Gamma treatment will be performed on pallets, where the products will be loaded onto an automatic conveyor system that will pass through a concrete cell where they will be exposed to radiation at a predetermined dose for a specified time.
Food packaging sterilization by e-beam is done by cartons, which pass under the rays twice (once upright and then upside down) for a few seconds.
Both methods have the advantage of being able to sterilize an entire load within a few hours. The products are immediately available afterward and do not need to be ventilated since this technique leaves no chemical residue.
Despite the relative similarity of the two techniques, beta and gamma differ in the nature of their rays: gamma is derived from the decay of Cobalt 60 and has a high penetration capacity, while beta rays consist of beams of accelerated electrons with a more limited penetration depth—this second technique is thus less likely to deform certain types of resins.
Trusting IONISOS for the sterilization of your food and beverage packaging means ensuring that you receive tailored support from a dedicated contact person who will oversee all your orders, regardless of the technique used, and who will advise you in all circumstances.
IONISOS also boasts no fewer than 3 e-beam treatment centers (in France, Spain, and Germany) and 4 gamma treatment centers (3 in France and 1 in Estonia) to meet your needs wherever you are in France or Europe.
We have many regular clients who entrust us with the sterilization of their products, and all our facilities are certified and strictly adhere to current regulations.
We adapt to our clients’ needs and the highest standards while demonstrating responsiveness to ensure timely delivery.
You wish to start a partnership with us? We are here to listen. Present your project to us and let us guide you!