Food Marketing & Technology - India July 2019 | Page 51

www.fmtmagazine.in Safety concern of the nanocomposites Over the decades food packaging application of nanomaterials to enhance the functional properties (mechanical, barrier etc.) of materials has been a promising contender. However, toxicity and ecotoxicity are the major concern and persisting problem. Theoretically, nanoparticles have potential to migrate and leach into the packed foods. In addition to all of these technical aspects, there is no regulation on nanotechnology application on a global scale, mainly because of lack of sufficient data in regard to the safety assessment of impregnated nanomaterials within the packaging material. US Food and Drug Administration and European Commission have already taken up research, case by case until more is known about the toxicity, ecotoxicity, and migration assay and risk assessment. With the extent of advantages, antimicrobial properties and scope of applications of nanomaterials in food, ‘nano’ sized materials impregnated with natural, safe and bioactive materials may offer advantages of safe materials which could be successfully utilized in the field of food-packaging. References on Request Neetu Kumra Taneja, PhD. Assistant Professor (Microbiology) Department of Basic and Applied Sciences National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India) Shivprakash B.P. Senior Research Fellow National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India) SPECIALLY DESIGNED FORKLIFTS FOR COLD STORAGES B e it dairy products, alcoholic beverages, fruits and vegetables or ïsh. Trust our solution to gently handle the produce throughout the logistics chain, particularly in cold storages. ElectroMech Yale forklifts are thoughtfully designed for Indian conditions, where spaces are dense and have very narrow aisles for movement. Our forklifts are packed with advanced features, each having unique advantages such as • Great manoeuvrability and small turning radius • Frost-free screen to prevent condensation • Wide screen view for maximum visibility • Full suspension seats for throughout the shift duration comfortable seating • Plenty of room to move and easy to open/close doors for operators wearing bulky warm clothing • Moisture-protected components and cold-resistant cables to ensure that your forklift lasts longer and gives uninterrupted reliable service • Chrome-plated components to avoid contamination An ergonomically designed forklift means reduced operator absenteeism due to sore back or arms. It also adds to improved productivity per shift. Forklifts are a moving equipment and needs expert attention for maintenance and repairs to get optimum performance. Our subsidiary, Cranedge is dedicated to provide such services with its expert team of qualiïed technicians. Planned annual maintenance of these moving equipment saves our customers from unexpected breakdowns and downtime. We work closely with our cold storage warehouse customers to help specify the correct product for the most intense applications. Please contact for more detail Priyanka watane [phone] [email protected] ElectroMech Material Handling Systems (India) Pvt. Ltd. Gat No. 316, At post Kasar Amboli, Tal. Mulshi, Di st. Pune 412 111 INDIA Telefax : [phone] | [email protected] www.emech.com CIN: U31109PN1996PTC099346 Food Marketing & Technology 51 July 2019