“VacFriday includes the best deals at JVR Industries you will see all year!“

It’s the most wonderful time of the year – VacFriday 2024 is almost here! Well, at least a close second to Christmas as VacFriday includes the best deals at JVR Industries you will see all year!

Enjoy our VacFriday 2024 sales including a VacSupplies discount, the newly added discount on the Stainless Steel Cart, and bundles boasting incomparable discounts off your choice of VacSeries chamber vacuum sealer along with its usual package contents and a few extra bonus items! Check out these bundles below.

This is the perfect time to order those regularly used VacSupplies items in bulk. Enjoy the lowest VacSupplies prices of the year at 15% off all VacPouch, VacFlex, and VacGuard items! Simply add the items to your cart and the sale will automatically apply.

NOTE: Does not include VacForm, VacSeal, or VacPeel.

When Will the VacFriday Bundles be Available? 

LIVE SALE: November 28th – December 2nd (CYBER MONDAY) 

Preorder! 

Keep the holiday weekend free and ensure you get what you want before the rush begins by preordering your desired bundle. Preorders DO NOT imply your order will be shipped at an earlier date. We will release an estimated shipment schedule based on the region on our social media platforms.  

PREORDER: November 25th – 27th. 

VacFriday 2024 Bundles

Vac100 Bundle – $799 $1,011.80

 Gift bundle includes: 

100 Pack – 8″ x 12″ (4mil) VacPouch 

Secondary Form Fitting Filler Plate (Black) 

Vac100 Cover (Black) 

JVR Industries RTIC Tumbler 

Vac110 Bundle – $949 $1,105

Gift bundle includes: 

100 Pack – 11″ x 16″ (4mil) VacPouch 

1 Quart of VacOil 

Vac110 Cover (Black) 

JVR Industries RTIC Tumbler 

How to Place Your VacFriday Orders

ONLINE ORDERS: November 25th-December 2nd (VacSupplies and Part #100-90 will be made available on November 11th-December 2nd)
VERBAL ORDERS: November 25th-27th and December 2nd.

Please know that JVR Industries will be observing Thanksgiving and will be closed on November 28th-29th. So, verbal orders will not be an option on these days.

NOTE: We no longer sell our VacSeries units through Amazon. Therefore, Amazon purchases will NOT be available.

Guaranteed Delivery By Christmas!

We guarantee every VacFriday order to be shipped and delivered to your door for your big Christmas celebration! To achieve this, we will ship orders from AK, HI, and Canada first, then sweep the USA from the West Coast to the East Coast to ensure you all get your gifts for your loved ones!

Questions? 

Have any questions about the upcoming VacFriday sale or regarding what VacSeries bundle might best fit your vacuum packaging needs? Our highly experienced team will be happy to help! Give us a call during our business hours or email us anytime at JVR@jvrinc.com. You can also check out the resources available on YouTube and our VacNews section comparing the VacSeries machines and why each may be advantageous for unique vacuum packaging experiences.

Offices will be closed November 28th – December 1st. Normal business hours will commence Monday, December 2nd. Make sure to contact us beforehand with any questions so you don’t miss this annual opportunity!

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“You will also be the first to receive the newest revision of the Vac100!“

Yes, you read the title correctly – JVR Industries is ecstatic to announce that we are giving away one of our JVR Vac100 chamber vacuum machines! If you have been keeping an eye out for a deal to get yourself the Vac100 at a bargain, this might just be your chance! 

But Wait, There’s More! 

This is not just any Vac100 giveaway.  

You will also be the first to receive the newest revision of the Vac100! Now you might be thinking to yourself – this is already the all-around best chamber vacuum sealer, what is there possibly to improve?

Well, two filler plates have always been included with the purchase of the Vac100. Yet, we have found that these specific filler plates are not producing results to the optimal level due to the non-forming shape. Therefore, a new revision has been in the works to further amplify the functionality of your vacuum packaging experience even more than before!

Without further ado, we are excited to announce that we will be including the new and revised filler plates along with your free Vac100 providing you with optimal efficiency and a new, modern appearance that matches that of the Vac100!

About the New Filler Plates 

So, what will these new-style filler plates bring to the table? 

Optimal Efficiency: Imagine saving even more time compared with the old-style filler plates! The difference is, they optimally fill the chamber space by forming to its shape whether around the chamber accessory port or the sealing bar base. Utilize the maximal number of filler plates to cut 8 seconds from the vacuum cycle time. That’s 4 seconds less than the old filler plates!

Modern Appearance: We understand that for a countertop vacuum sealer such as the Vac100, a pleasing appearance is a bonus. Thus, we have decided that all new Vac100 filler plates will now come in black to match the modern appearance of your Vac100 and fit to display on your countertop!

What You Will Receive With the Vac100 Giveaway

Along with the free Vac100 and the standard package contents, you will receive:

1. Circular Filler Plate (BLACK) (Qty 1); Only need one for your Vac100.

2. Base Form Fitting Filler Plate (BLACK) that forms to the base of the chamber (Qty 1); Only need one for your Vac100.

Secondary Form Fitting Filler Plates can be purchased separately as not everyone’s packaging endeavors include extremely low-profile items.

NOTE: For a maximally filled chamber, we suggest 1 Circular Filler Plate, 1 Base Form Fitting Filler Plate, and 2 Secondary Form Fitting Filer Plates.

Enter for a Chance to Win a FREE and Revised Vac100 

We will set and announce a 6-day period in which you have the opportunity to enter this distinctive giveaway.  

Increase your chances of winning by subscribing to our Youtube, liking our Facebook page, following our Instagram, sharing with your friends, and more! 

Announcing the Giveaway Winner

We will discontinue taking entries at 3pm EST on October 14th, 2024.

On October 14th at 4:00pm EST, we will be randomly selecting the winner! 

How will you know if you won? One of the JVR Industries team members will be contacting the winner with the good news so they can claim their prize!   

How do I sign up? 

Simple! Click the “sign up” button below. On the form, you can get multiple entries per person! 

Questions? 

If you have any questions about the giveaway or the new revision to the Vac100 chamber vacuum sealer, please do not hesitate to call! We would like nothing more than for you to be fully aware of what the Vac100 has to offer to fit your vacuum packaging needs as it is our most versatile machine. Call us during our business hours or email us any time and we will get back to you promptly!

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“…new filler plates that will further expedite the vacuum cycle while still performing the same facilitation for sealing pouches.“

JVR Industries consistently searches for ways to improve the vacuum packaging experience for our customers. One way we have done this is by providing filler plates for each of our VacSeries chamber vacuum sealers. But has it ever crossed your mind that maybe a little bit more space could be filled in that chamber to make the vacuum cycle even faster? Well, we sure have and we are here to accommodate! 

Without further ado, we are excited to introduce the new filler plates that will further expedite the vacuum cycle while still performing the same facilitation for sealing pouches. 

Purpose of Filler Plates 

Filler plates are essentially blocks to place within the chamber of your vacuum sealer when packaging low-profile products for one of the following two purposes: 

1. Expedite the vacuum cycle: For smaller products there is no need to have all that chamber space. Therefore, filler plates take up that extra space, so less air is present for the vacuum to pull. This speeds up the vacuum cycle process. 

2. Facilitate the sealing cycle: Filler plates can act to lift low-profile products, so you do not have to purchase longer, more expensive bags to reach the bag clips. Additionally, circular filler plates are available to fill that depression at the base of the chamber so the product will sit evenly for a clean, even seal. 

What Makes the New Filler Plates Different? 

More Effectively Fills the Chamber Space 

Although the original filler plates cut up to 11 seconds from your vacuum cycle time, we found that the shape did not most effectively perform this function compared to what was possible. To accomplish the goal of achieving a faster vacuum cycle more effectively, we changed the shape to match the exact shape of the chamber depending on the layer to maximally fill the space.

A Premium Appearance as a Bonus! 

While aesthetics is not the number one priority, we also understand that the purpose of the Vac100 is to serve as specifically a countertop chamber vacuum sealer. Who wouldn’t want acceptable aesthetics as a part of the package? Considering this aspect, we upgraded the color of all the new filler plates to black. This will more appropriately match the modern appearance of the Vac100 to provide a premium appearance! 

Now, for the Big Question 

How much time do these new filler plates save compared to the originals? 

With the maximum amount of filler plates used (1 circular, 1 base forming, and 4 secondary forming filler plates) you will save up to 19 seconds during the vacuum cycle. This is compared to 11 seconds using the white rectangular filler plates – you do the math!

Remember that as you add more filler plates, the less the cycle time will be. Either way, these filler plates will expedite your vacuum sealing process due to filling each layer more effectively. 

Will the New Filler Plates be Included with the New Vac100 Chamber Vacuum Sealer? 

With the release of the new JVR Vac100 design, you might be wondering if the new filler plates are being included when you go to purchase yourself a new chamber vacuum sealer.  

The answer is YES! Two out of the three will be included. We believe it is important to offer our customers the highest quality right from the start! 

Circular Plate: Included (Qty 1)

Base Form Fitting Filler Plate: Included (Qty 1) 

Secondary Form Fitting Plate: NOT included. These will be available for purchase but are not included in the initial Vac100 purchase so you do not pay for what you may not use. 

Questions? 

Feel free to contact us with any questions that you might have about the new and upcoming changes! We are always here to help. Give us a call during our business hours of Monday-Friday between 8:30 am and 5 pm or email us anytime and we will get back to you as soon as possible!

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“vacuum-sealing food ensures a way to finally invest in the things you do not feel you have enough time for!”

Vacuum-sealing food is a long-term investment minus the risk. What? Think about this, achieving life goals begins with the basics. Vacuum sealers will feel like an investment until you realize the benefits flow back immediately. Maybe you are looking to vacuum seal food to speed up your meat manufacturing business, or you simply want to invest less time, money, and effort into the basics in life such as meal prep and grocery shopping because the fresh vegetables went bad… again. Either way, vacuum-sealing food ensures a way to finally invest in the things you do not feel you have enough time for!

The Purpose of Vacuum Sealers

You were likely told as a kid to remove as much air as possible from the bread bag before you apply the twisty tie and put the bread away. You learned later that Mom was right because aerobic bacteria need oxygen to grow.

Well, this is exactly the goal of a vacuum sealer – it will remove air from the packaging, then heat seals it to create an airtight seal to prevent air from reentering. Why is it important to achieve this? When considering food storage strategies such as containers or freezers, each strives to prevent oxidation – the same reason that iron rusts. It will spoil food due to bacterial growth, causing moisture loss, deterioration, mold, decreased taste, impaired texture and color, etc.

What better way to prevent food spoilage than to simply remove the air with vacuum sealers?

Benefits of Vacuum Sealing Food

Keep in mind that each benefit piggy-backs off the other. So when considering vacuum sealing, each benefit will apply no matter what you vacuum seal!

2. Vacuum Sealing Reduces Waste

You know those leftovers that end up getting forgotten in the back of your fridge? If you vacuum seal the leftovers, they will last for weeks instead of days in your fridge while maintaining the same freshness and taste! The less food is wasted, the less money is going to waste.

The same applies to dry food. No more stale or rancid pantry items after you open a bag of chips or flour!

3. Vacuum Sealing Saves Time

Ways to save time are almost limitless. Here are a few examples:

1. Vacuum sealing allows you to buy food in bulk and safely preserve it. This means less grocery shopping for food that went bad too quickly.

2. Prepare food proportioned evenly for future meals for just you or your whole family.

3. Marination and brining are expedited for high-quality meals. No more 24 hour marination for mediocre results.

4. Vacuum Sealing Saves Money

As Benjamin Franklin states, “time is money”. Applying vacuum sealing approaches this saying from a different angle. Instead of simply sliding up the linear line by spending more time to make more money, vacuum sealing will steepen that linear line because you will spend less time and money! How?

1. Purchase food in bulk when those great deals come around and store away for later (you spend less time and save money)!

2. Less food is wasted meaning you use what you purchase (saving time and money)!

3. A chamber sealer allows you to utilize less expensive chamber pouch bags as opposed to using Foodsaver models only compatible with the more expensive, embossed vacuum seal bags (read why here).

5. Vacuum Sealed Food Maintains Moisture

Moisture is the foundation of food quality. If moisture escapes, the taste, color, and texture are all altered. Vacuum seal your food to minimize contact with the air surrounding the product which means the moisture has nowhere to go! The food will maintain optimal freshness and nutritional value for a much longer shelf life!

6. Vacuum Sealing Prevents Freezer Burn

You expect so much from your freezer when it comes to food storage… until it causes freezer burn. Sometimes during normal container or freezer bag storage, the moisture in food tries to escape to compensate for the dry freezer air. On its path to escape, food particles are destroyed and ice crystals form on the surface. Vacuum packaging the food eliminates air from the equation so the moisture will remain within the product preventing freezer burn.

7. Saves Storage Space

Instead of using containers where the food may not even fill the whole space, package the food in vacuum bags and remove the air. This leaves only the dimensions of the food product. Instead of stacking five half-full containers on top of each other, the vacuum bags will form to the shape of  the food to most effectively use the storage!

8. Store Food Safely While Marinating

Add marinade or any other desired seasonings into the vacuum bag. The vacuum will drive that marinade into the meat for a quick, flavorful meal or to have a pre-prepped meal for later!

9. Vacuum Seal Pre-prepped Meals

Busy people (everyone): Do you feel like you are always on the go? Vacuum-sealing food creates the opportunity to be able to grab and go whether it’s a steak you’ve had in the freezer that you can sous vide cook or leftovers from last week.

Families: You can prep freezer meals on the weekends or months ahead of time and simply throw them in a crock pot to cook throughout the day.

Single-person household: Instead of purchasing food sold separately in smaller packs, you can now purchase that food in bulk and vacuum seal it in evenly portioned vacuum bags according to how much you eat. As we all know, this is way cheaper too!

Hosting: You are hosting a dinner but also have a meeting the night before. No need to make the meal the day of or the night before. You can prep a flavorful meal for your guests weeks ahead of time that will warm up with no differences (it’ll be our little secret).

10. Vacuum Sealing is Easy!

We do realize that the first try may be confusing. But we can guarantee that after a couple of tries, you will feel like a pro and it only takes minutes! Additionally, we can help you find which machine and supplies will fit your unique vacuum packaging needs to make it easy from the start!

Questions?

Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have. As stated, the machine is worth more with good service! With our 52 years of experience, JVR Industries has confidence in providing long-lasting and effective equipment, supplies for every use, and personable service. We look forward to hearing from you! Click here to watch this video on who JVR Industries is!

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“we have purposefully constructed our VacSeries chamber vacuum sealers to be self-serviceable … replace that heat strip on your own!”

When it comes to vacuum packaging foods, the sealing quality is essential in producing the desired results – safe storage and a long shelf life. Without superior seal quality, vacuum sealing is close to pointless as air could seep back into the bag. Additionally, if you seal liquids with your vac sealer machine, the liquid could seep out wasting food and causing a mess.

At some point, seal failure might occur in the middle of vacuum packaging. This is why we have purposefully constructed our VacSeries chamber vacuum sealers to be self-serviceable so your packaging experience can run as smoothly as possible! Read below to find out what to do if your Vac100 ceases sealing and how you can replace that heat strip on your own!

Signs the Seal Heat Strip Needs Replaced

Consider replacing the seal heat strip if either of these scenarios occur:

1. Failure to seal the vacuum seal bag or chamber vacuum pouch during the process of sealing food letting air back in.

2. A cracked wire will also cause sealing failure. The crack will generally be located at the end of the seal bar or where the set screws secure the heat strip at the base of the seal bar.

Time Required

You should expect to set aside about 10 minutes the first time you go through the replacement process. Remember, it will get easier every time! With practice, you should be able to cut down the time to about 3-5 minutes!

Difficulty Level

MODERATE: The replacement procedure is fast, yet also involves quite a few tools. Additionally, the actual heat strip could take a few tries to remove and replace.

CAUTION

*Make sure to review content before getting started to ensure you know what to expect and how to keep yourself safe!

SHARP! The seal heat strip is sharp around the edges. Therefore, we recommend wearing gloves throughout the replacement to avoid getting cut.

HOT! Ensure the seal bar assembly is cooled down if you were using it right before replacement.

Steps to Replace the Heat Strip on the Seal Bar

Prep Steps

1. Remove the bag clips using the #2 Phillips screwdriver.

2. Remove the seal bar tape simply by tearing it off.

NOTE: Keep this seal bar tape for a reference to where the bag clip screws are placed for the new seal bar tape.

3. Use the 17mm wrench to remove the two set screws from the base of the seal bar.

Remove the Seal Heat Strip

1. Use the needle nose pliers to tightly grasp the seal heat strip at one end of the seal bar.

2. Rotate the needle nose pliers away from the end of the seal bar. This should begin to look like a fruit roll-up around the end of the pliers.

3. Eventually, the heat strip will release from the seal bar end.

NOTE: The springs will likely launch from the end of the seal bar when the tension is released upon removal of the heat strip. To prevent losing the spring, aim the end of the seal bar toward a container or another enclosed area.

4. Repeat steps 1-3 with the other end of the heat strip.

Install the New Heat Strip

1. Insert one end of the new heat strip into the first slot past the set point region. You can either watch the heat strip pass by the set point region from the base of the seal bar or use a finger to set a stopping point.

2. Reinsert the first set screw until it is finger-tight to secure that end of the heat strip.

3. Reinert the first spring.

4. Wrap the heat strip around the bar. KEEP TENSION ON THE HEAT STRIP!

5. Insert the second spring at the opposing end of the seal bar.

6. While keeping tension on the heat strip, insert the free end into the other slot of the seal bar assembly.

7. Tighten both set screws into the set regions using the 17 mm wrench.

NOTE: If you find the heat strip is too long and is stopping before fully inserting, use tin snips/diagonal cutters to remove the excess amount. You can line up the heat strip with the set point region to set a visual marker for yourself.

Final Steps

1. Replace the seal bar tape. Watch this video for the steps.

2. Replace the pouch clips using the mini pick/flathead screwdriver.

Check out the Vac100 Maintenance Pack as it provides all of the basic replacement parts you will need for the first couple of years to keep your chamber sealer working at top quality with no interruptions! This will save you money and time. You will always be prepared with backups and you can receive everything in one package so shipping costs do not add up!

Questions?

If the seal continues to be non-existent after you replace the seal heat strip, feel free to call us anytime during our business hours or submit a technical support call request form. We will happily get back to you at our earliest convenience to help you diagnose the problem!

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“Utilize chamber vacuum shrink bags to experience all the benefits of vacuum sealing while enhancing the packaging appearance.”

Chamber vacuum shrink bags are uniquely formulated as they are meant to enhance your unique packaging experience. Yet, the differences may be difficult to distinguish. Today, we will identify the major similarities and differences between the chamber vacuum shrink bags in our VacShrink line – standard duty and extreme duty chamber vacuum shrink bags.

What are Chamber Vacuum Shrink Bags (VacShrink)?

Utilize chamber vacuum shrink bags to experience all the benefits of vacuum sealing while enhancing the packaging appearance. Create a noteworthy impact on your customers and advertise the quality of your food products with a clear, crisp display.

The process is easy! Simply wrap your product in a BPA-free chamber vacuum shrink bag, vacuum seal it using a chamber vacuum sealer, and then immerse the item into the hot water bath of the DipTank shrink packaging machine. The heat of the water bath causes the bag to shrink which results in extremely clear transparency, providing a premium appearance!

VacShrink Machine Compatibility

Compatible with all chamber vacuum sealers including our VacSeries line.

NOT compatible with Foodsaver-type external vacuum sealers.

Standard Duty Chamber Vacuum Shrink Bags (VacShrink)

Our Standard Duty chamber vacuum shrink bags are the thinner of the two options with a thickness of 45μm. Accordingly, standard duty shrink bags tend to be applied for packaging boneless meat items or any other items without sharp, protruding edges such as sausage links or chicken breasts. Additionally, this option saves you money due to requiring less material for manufacturing when compared to extreme duty.

Secondly, standard duty chamber vacuum shrink bags provide a 50% or greater shrink rate meaning higher clarity and clearer appearance.

Extreme Duty Chamber Vacuum Shrink Bags (VacShrink)

The main difference when comparing standard duty and extreme duty chamber vacuum shrink bags is that extreme duty is twice as thick at 90μm, making it the most puncture resistant option. Extreme duty shrinkable bags are most commonly applied to package items with multiple protruding edges such as T-bone steaks, ribs, and whole chickens. This option provides the same assurance of eliminating leakers that high-resistance pouches or VacGuard offers, therefore resulting in less waste.

Because of the substantial thickness, the extreme duty shrinkable bags tend to have a slightly lower shrink rate at 20%. Although this is the case, extreme duty shrinkable bags still provide exceptional clarity leaving you wondering if there even is a difference!

Shared VacShrink Benefits

Although there are differences, the options also consist of many mutual benefits assuring you with a superior vacuum packaging experience!

Benefits Include:

Superior sealing properties preventing moisture and air from reentering during storage

High Barrier composition to secure an optimal shelf life

Formulated to work with hot wire cut-off systems

High puncture resistance comparable to that of chamber vacuum pouches (VacPouch)

Browse Our VacShrink Options

Browse here to review our wide variety of stock sizes and case quantities. Fill your cart with options that meet all your requirements at a fair price!

Additional Information

Save even more by using our VacSeries chamber vacuum sealers constructed with oil pumps as opposed to dry piston pumps for unmatched durability and maximum vacuum draw of up to 99.8%!

JVR Industries has been specializing in vacuum packaging since 1972 which is over 52 years of ensuring the best packaging equipment and providing personable service! Feel free to contact us with any questions you may have about what packaging supplies would best fit your endeavors!

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“If efficiency and precision are among your top meat marination priorities, a vacuum tumbler is built for just that!”

Most meat produced today is processed. The goal is to allow meat manufacturers to sell their product at a higher price and satisfy customers by providing them with high quality products and easy food prep. But what if we tell you that a simple solution exists to produce commercial standard meat efficiently. A vacuum tumbler machine provides a gateway for you to produce top-quality meat, increasing your returns and saving time through the ability to produce in bulk faster than the traditional immersion marination!

Continuous vs Intermittent Vacuum Systems

Every vacuum tumbler machine features internal or external vacuum systems. An internal vacuum is applied throughout the tumbling process by way of a snorkel while in an external system, the vacuum is applied then the source is disconnected before the tumbling cycle begins. Internally applied vacuums are categorized as either continuous or intermittent. A continuous vacuum sustains the same vacuum draw through the entire tumbling process. Intermittent vacuums offer rest times where the vacuum is released and the drum tumbling ceases for a few moments allowing the contents to shrink and then expand again as the vacuum and tumbling are reapplied. This creates a sponge-like effect to soak in the marinade.

Benefits of Vacuum Tumblers

1. Simple operation

2. Tumblers are efficient which increases product yield

3.  Maximum marinade uptake which, in turn, reduces supply cost

4. Provides optimal flavor and tenderness which meets commercial-grade quality

5. Ideal for variable settings – restaurants, butcheries, meat manufacturers, etc.

How Vacuum Tumblers Produce Quality Meat

Protein Extraction: Vacuum tumblers utilize mechanical energy to initiate protein extraction for efficient tenderizing. Mechanical energy is kinetic energy plus potential energy. Kinetic energy is created as the meat tumbles over itself and hits the machine walls while potential energy is created as the baffles lift the meat producing the potential for the meat to fall. Together, they create mechanical energy that disrupts the protein bonds causing protein extraction. This disruption tenderizes the meat and releases an exudate solution which acts as a binding substance when heated which prevents loss of moisture while cooking.

Increased pH: For maximum tenderness and quality, a meat cut is expected to be in the healthy pH range of around 5.5-6.2, depending on the meat type. Marinating using salt solutions increases the pH level of the meat. Osmotic pressure increases meaning more water is absorbed, swelling the protein fiber lattice which increases the overall pH creating high-quality meat. These benefits are further amplified through vacuum tumbling as the vacuum draw and the tumbling allows maximum uptake of the solution.

Increased Marinade Pickup: While the machine drum rotates, the protein fibers break down allowing them to pickup more solution. Studies find that, depending on the process, a vacuum tumbling machine pickup is anywhere from 8-24% more marinade than immersion marinating!

Factors Affecting the Product Quality

It is important to understand that no universal marination recipe meets all factors that produce quality marinating results including flavor, tenderness, and product yield. However, studies have found patterns to take into account when setting the tumbling machine perimeters.

Vacuum Type and Draw

Firstly, consider that an intermittent vacuum system will need longer tumble times to compensate for the rest times compared with continuous vacuum systems. Secondly, the optimal vacuum pressure is generally 15-20 inches Hg. For longer marinating times and softer meats such as chicken and fish, consider a vacuum draw within the lower range as you do not want too much protein disruption and ruin the product.

Temperature Control

Binding strength partially depends on the temperature of the content. The optimal protein extraction is produced at temperatures between 35-40°F. Some may achieve this by using refrigerated tumblers while others may cool the meat to around 25°F before tumbling as the temperature will rise during the tumbling process due to the transformation of mechanical energy to heat energy.

Vacuum Tumbler Drum Capacity

As explained, vacuum tumblers utilize mechanical energy by creating kinetic energy through motion. Kinetic energy partially depends on mass. Therefore, the more meat content in your drum, the better protein extraction will occur. But pay attention as every drum has a maximum capacity!

Additional Equipment to Retain Pickup

Brine Injector: Use a brine injector in tandem with a vacuum tumbler to obtain maximum pickup and even distribution increasing the product weight! 

Chamber Vacuum Sealer: Vacuum package the product to retain the effects of marination by protecting the content from air, drying it out, and decreasing storage time. We can guarantee the VacSeries chamber vacuum sealers provide unmatched durability and up to 99.8% vacuum draw for the best results!

Questions?

We realize that many variables should be considered in the choice and operation of a vacuum tumbler. If you have further questions about vacuum tumblers, give us a call during our business hours or email anytime. We have every confidence in providing you with the information you need as we have specialized in vacuum packaging for over 52 years!

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“being aware of the available rollstock film options will make the road to finding suitable supplies easier”

No one wants to end up with roll stock film that does not meet your specific requirements causing you to waste money and time. Today, we will explore how to choose the right roll stock film by providing an overview of film types, materials used in manufacturing for optimal shelf life, and how to apply the available film size specification to your rollstock machine and packaging priorities.

The Importance of Knowing Your Film Options

Purchasing roll stock film can be stressful as this line of food packaging is generally more expensive due to the function of the fully automatic machinery to produce packages at a large quantity. Contrary to the process of choosing the right bags for chamber vacuum seal machines, you are purchasing entire rolls that are much more expensive. Therefore, being aware of the available rollstock film options will make the road to finding suitable supplies easier and allow you to apply them to the specifications of your individual packaging experiences. Furthermore, become educated on the product materials so you can judge for yourself what best fits the quality you demand!

Roll Stock Film Types

Forming Films (VacForm) 

Forming film is located at the infeed end of your rollstock machine. According to its name, forming film goes through the process of re-shaping into pockets for the food to be placed using heat and air compression. Forming films are occasionally called flexible packaging films, but are not synonymous.

Non-Forming Films (VacSeal) 

Non-forming films do not go through a re-shaping process but are applied and vacuum sealed as the top layer at the sealing station of the rollstock machine, maintaining a consistent thickness.

Easy-To-Peel Film (VacPeel) 

Easy-to-peel films are an alternative to non-forming films. They are manufactured to be easily peeled from the bottom forming-film layer. A peeling layer divider set is required to accomplish this. So when the seal plate lowers, it seals across the corner. Now the packaging is suited to open easily!

Custom Printed Rollstock Films

Looking to upgrade your roll stock film packaging appearance? JVR Industries has just the solution as we provide custom printing services with superior print quality. Get a partial or full image printed perfectly every time over the high-gloss VacSeal or VacPeel films. Options include but are not limited to, full-color CMYK, spot coloring PMS, and registered or random repeat custom prints (learn the difference here). Additionally, our in-house prepress technician is a graphic designer who can create a personal design or recreate a label you need a file for!

The Manufacturing of JVR’s Roll Stock Film Line

We are proud to claim every confidence in providing top-quality rollstock film packaging materials with the appropriate variety of options. Why? We have been specializing in vacuum packaging since 1972. With over 52 years of ever-growing knowledge and experience, our packaging products have been constructed and refined, producing form fill seal supplies that are customized based on the request of our customers.

Characteristics for Optimal Shelf Life

Our rollstock films are manufactured with the perfect 9-layer, co-extruded composition to meet all your food packaging priorities. Co-extrusion is a process where multiple layers are pressed together into one to create a laminar structure to produce all of the features necessary for superior puncture resistance and barrier properties to maximize shelf life.

Key characteristics to optimize your packaging experience are as follows:

Superior oxygen and moisture barriers

Excellent sealing properties

Fewer blowouts with our proprietary formula

Film remains flexible even during deep-freeze temperatures due to the “Soft Feel” property

An Overview of the Material Used to Manufacture Film

EVOH (ethylene-vinyl alcohol copolymer) is found in all our high barrier films and will work with most any packaging application. If shelf life is not of great concern or if all your products are being sold frozen then you may want to consider a medium barrier film. These films are considerably less expensive because they do not contain the costly EVOH layer.

Forming Films: Typically constructed of Polypropylene, EVOH (high barrier), and polyethylene

Non-Forming Films: Typically constructed of Nylon, EVOH (high barrier), and polyethylene

Custom Printed Film: Typically constructed of PET (polyethylene terephthalate) and polyethylene

Rollstock Film Sizes

At the initial purchase of your rollstock machine, your manufacturer should provide a film spec that describes the film sizes and tolerances appropriate for your machine. The roll web and diameter are the essential dimensions for selecting the film size. The film spec displays the web specified to match the web width of your machine with a range of +/- 1 or 2 mm.

Chances are, you have already determined the correct film size for your  rollstock packaging machine. Whatever the film specifications are for your machine, JVR Industries provides standard and custom web widths to fit your requirements. However, as a general rule, we highly recommend you request a test roll to ensure compatibility if you plan to transition to any new film supplier.

How To Choose Roll Stock Film Thickness

Forming Films

We carry 4-9 mil forming film as JVR Industries focuses more on flexible packaging applications. However, JVR can also supply customers with semi-rigid and rigid film structures. When choosing the thickness that fits your needs consider the following factors:

Questions?

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“Boneguard ensures a cost-effective way to achieve optimal puncture resistance”

Do you find that your bags or pouches are not providing enough puncture resistance? As a result, are you paying more for a thicker bag option but still experiencing leakage? Today, we will discuss the perfect solution for you! Boneguard ensures a cost-effective way to achieve optimal puncture resistance. Never worry about a torn or leaking package again plus the benefit of purchasing thinner bags.

The Role Of Boneguard In Vacuum Packaging

Vacuum packaging is a common way of storing foods that involves removing air from a plastic film package preventing reactions with any foreign object, therefore increasing shelf life and preventing freezer burn. Yet, if the product has sharper edges, a risk of puncturing the packaging is present. Consequently, fresh meat is wasted, leakage creates a mess, and overall labor costs are increased due to wasting food products and packaging.

This is where boneguard comes into play. Boneguard is the material that prioritizes maximal puncture resistance for food packaging. Essentially, boneguard is a sheet placed over the sharp edges of bone-in meats or other products before placing them into the vacuum seal bag or pouch and guaranteeing superior puncture resistance.

Compatibility With Vacuum Sealer Machines

Boneguard is compatible with the following vacuum sealing machines: suction, edge, or external vacuum sealers, chamber vacuum sealing machines, and thermoformer units. Whether you use pouches, vacuum seal bags, or packaging film, boneguard will enhance the barrier properties.

Overview Of Our VacGuard Line

JVR Industries has specialized in vacuum packaging since 1972 with over 52 years of experience! We can assure you that we provide materials and supplies to assist and enhance any of your vacuum packaging endeavors. Our VacSupples line conveniently includes boneguard options through our VacGuard line! 

VacGuard Options

Sizes: Various size options are available including roll widths of 4.5″ – 18″ as well as 100′ rolls and 650′ rolls providing you with multiple convenient choices.

Thickness: We carry 6 mil or 10 mil options, each reducing the leaker rate to less than 1%! Say “goodbye” to torn bags and wasting fresh foods!

Quantities: Our Ultra-Clear Boneguard (VacGuard) is available as singular 100′ rolls or in cases of 650′ rolls while the Traditional Synthetic Boneguard (VacGuard) options are available in cases of 100′ rolls.

Perforated vs. Non-Perforated: Perforated boneguard is simply manufactured with evenly measured sections divided by perforations for easy tearing as opposed to cutting the non-perforated boneguard yourself. Perforated boneguard provides an option for efficient packing while allowing you to maintain a consistent packing appearance for your customers.

Traditional Synthetic vs. Ultra-Clear EU: The function remains the same while the appearances vary. Traditional Synthetic boneguard is manufactured with a Non-Woven wax impregnated material creating the white color while Ultra-Clear boneguard is manufactured with a PVC substrate creating a clear boneguard option.

Alternatively, vacuum chamber packaging machines are compatible with the smooth texture, and therefore less expensive, chamber pouches such as our VacPouch line (visit this article to learn how you are saving with VacPouch). Believe it or not, you can save up to 28% just by switching from the 5 mil VacPouch to 3 mil VacPouch paired with VacGuard to still achieve up to 13 mil over the sharp edges!

Additionally, experience the ultimate vacuum packaging combination with the VacSeries chamber vacuum sealers that contain an oil pump which allows for the ability to remove oxygen up to 99.8% (read here to see why an oil pump makes all the difference)! With a near complete vacuum and the low oxygen permeability of the VacPouch line, your products can be stored safely with the least amount of exposure to atmospheric oxygen for an incomparable amount of time!

Questions?

If you have any further questions about our VacGuard line or what other vacuum packaging products JVR Industries carries, email us any time or give us a call during our business hours of 8:30 am – 5 pm Monday-Friday. We look forward to hearing from you!

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“a brine injector applies the proficient concept of meat hydration and marination which creates a premium quality product and adds the benefits of efficiency”

Have you ever noticed that after cooking any meat product such as chicken, pork, or beef, it loses some of its moisture and becomes more dry? Brining has become a common technique to counter this effect and leave you with meat that is tender and flavorful. Furthermore, a brine injector applies the proficient concept of meat hydration and marination which creates a premium quality product and adds the benefits of efficiency and ease of use. This makes a brine injector machine the perfect solution for producing commercial-grade meat products in bulk.

Since the saline now has water to spare, the water diffuses into the meat so that the salt-to-water ratio in the brine equals that in the meat.

The same rule applies when you add seasonings into the liquid leaving you the option to flavor the meat. Your customers will experience the satisfaction of a tasty, tender bite.

Different Brine Injection Methods

Perhaps the most commonly used method for home use is soaking the food in a bowl of brine and then letting the process take place over time. Although this is effective and provides exceptional results, this method could take up to 24 hours! As alternatives, hand pumps and brine injectors are efficient methods for those who want to brine food in bulk. These are both forms of brine injection which is a method where the solution is injected directly into the meat.

Hand Pump Brine Injector

Hand pumps are human-operated and come in the form of either a single or quad needle that use the same injection head. Essentially, needle injectors are like giving a shot, pumping the brine directly into the meat. This method makes for an efficient process and allows the meat to be packaged immediately for storage.

Pros And Cons Of A Hand Pump

While the hand pump is more efficient and contains few components making it a cheap option, the results will vary. Because it is a hand-operated injector, no one injection will be the same as the pressure, brine amount in the needle, and amount of injections throughout are guaranteed to be inconsistent. Additionally, the quad needle is manufactured for all needles to retract even if only one hits bone making these difficult to use for bone-in meat cuts.

Brine Injectors

A brine injector machine is the most efficient brine injection method in addition to easy operation! It functions as a conveyor that advances the meat forward through the injection stage which injects the brine with every advance. All the operator has to do is adjust the desired advancement speed and injection pressure and then place the meat on the conveyor. The injection stage is equipped with individual banks of spring-loaded or air-pressurized retractable injector needles that descend with every advance. After the meat leaves the injection stage, the conveyor continues to advance the meat to the end where usually a large bin is placed for the meat to fall into before packaging.

Refer to this video for visual reference.

Meat Products That Can Be Put Through A Brine Injector

A brine injector will produce the same results for any meat product whether boneless, containing bone, large, round turkeys, or small pork chops. Conveniently, if a needle happens to reach bone or begins to create a bubble, that specific needle will remove itself by retracting to prevent product damage.

Brine Injector Variabilities

Two variables affect the brine vs meat ratio and depend on your desired outcome as well as the toughness of the meat. First, the advance speed of the conveyor can be increased or decreased. The number of times the stripper plate descends is constant, so the more time between conveyor advances, the more brine injections the meat will receive. Secondly, the pressure at which the brine is injected can be adjusted. So the higher the pressure, the more brine is injected into the meat.

As an example, if the meat is tough or dense, you would likely want to decrease the time between advances as well as increase the pressure of brine leaving the needle to ensure more brine in the meat.

Brine Injector Benefits

Efficient: The brine injector is the most efficient of the brine injection methods taking only minutes to move multiples of the product through!

Tenderizing: These units simultaneously tenderize the meat adding to the quality and creating a juicier bite.

Flavoring: The variation of brines that can be created is unlimited! Seasonings are optional as the salt from the saline alone enhances the taste, but who wouldn’t want to add some lemon and ginger to poultry?

Consistent brine: Due to the set number of injections and consistent pressure, the brine injector delivers consistency throughout.

More cooking options: The direct injection of the brine into the meat maintains the opportunity to make the skin crispy if desired as opposed to if the meat is soaked in the brine.

Products able to be sold at a premium price: Adding water increases the pre-cooked weight, therefore allowing you to sell the meat at a higher price. The method, efficiency, and consistency of the brine injector all add up to ensure top-quality products that allow you to sell each item at a premium price!

Looking To Order A Brine Injector?

Check out the brine injectors that JVR Industries distributes through our partners Promarks. Various options are available just for you!  

Questions?

If you have any follow-up questions about what a brine injector is or what options JVR Industries has available for you, feel free to give us a call during our business hours or send us an email any time that is convenient for you! We look forward to helping you out!

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