Post on 13-Oct-2020
Proven protection at every stepLiquidseal provides proven protection for fruit at every
step in the supply chain. The results are an extended shelf life,
maintained product quality and reduction of product loss during
postharvest activities, transport, storage and sale.
Our postharvest products are environmentally friendly, biodegradable
and compostable.
MissionOur mission is to extend the life of perishable agricultural products in an innovative,
sustainable and cost-effective manner. Our postharvest packaging for growers and
wholesalers in the floriculture and horticulture sector improve product quality and shelf life
throughout the supply chain.
Vision statement Our vision is to develop a wide range of products that are suitable for our customers in both
conventional and organic floriculture and horticulture.
Corporate Corporate ResponsibilityResponsibilityLiquidseal is a chem-free packaging that reduces
product loss, food waste and the use of chemicals and
optimises the use of fertile soil. With a rapidly-growing
global population, there is an increasing demand to actually
consume what we produce. Liquidseal can make a major
contribution to reducing food waste in the supply chain and
has a positive impact on eliminating food shortages.
info@liquidseal.nl www.liquidseal.nl + 31 (0)71 301 4314
LIQUIDSEAL HIGHLIGHTS
Finalist Innovation Award Herman Wijffels - Rabobank
Kiwa convenant Packaging for organic fruit
Innovation Expo
TUV Austria Certified
CAAE Certified
Winner Finture Solutions
Winner Dutch Innovation Award MKB Top 100 Agri & Food 2016
The sustainable packaging The sustainable packaging solution for Avocado! solution for Avocado! Liquidseal is a chem-free packaging which extends the shelf life of fruit.
The specific characteristics of Liquidseal enable us to cut product wastage
between 30 and 40% and reduce the need for pesticides and plastics.
Postharvest applications for hard-skinned fruits like citrus, mango,
papaya and melon are also available. All Liquidseal packaging may
be used on organic fruit.
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Results post harvest test avocados Results after 17 days at room temperature
Facts and FiguresProduct green skinned avocados (Chile origin)Type of test late intervention Time-frame 3,5 weeksConditions 8°C in coolerResults LS v. control • 70% less weight loss • improved firmness > 50% above 2 kg./cm2
• increased amount > 20% of edible avocados Certification • Liquidseal for Avocados is compliant with EU and FDA regulations
LiquidsealLiquidseal put to the testIn this trial the Liquidseal for Avocados treated green skins
outperformed the control group by significantly reducing
weight loss and retaining an overall better firmness,
staying eat-ripe longer. Therefore, the current formula for
avocados proves to be functional on green skins and resulted
in a 70% reduction of less weight loss, while the green skins
are still able to enter their ripened stage.
Product benefitsProduct benefits. Improves taste and appearance
. Decreases weight loss
. Maintains firmness
. Extends shelf life
. Reduces wastage
. Controls infections and cross contamination
. Maintains product quality throughout the supply chain
Product opportunitiesProduct opportunities . Extends moment of sales
. Opens up new markets
. Reduces use of chemicals
. Complies with requirements of zero tolerance countries
. Provides greater flexibility in (sea) transportation
. Reduces supply chain costs
. Less need for plastic packaging during transport