VISFLEX Polyamide Casings Product Characteristics - Viskase
VISFLEX Polyamide Casings Product Characteristics - Viskase
VISFLEX Polyamide Casings Product Characteristics - Viskase
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<strong>VISFLEX</strong> ® <strong>Polyamide</strong> <strong>Casings</strong><br />
<strong>Product</strong> <strong>Characteristics</strong><br />
<strong>VISFLEX</strong> ® <strong>Polyamide</strong> <strong>Casings</strong>, from <strong>Viskase</strong>, are high performance<br />
casings for a wide range of processed meat, poultry and cheese<br />
applications. <strong>VISFLEX</strong> ® <strong>Casings</strong> are nominal 1.8 mils / 45 µ and<br />
tailored to meet the processing and shelf storage requirements for a<br />
variety of products. Notable characteristics include a High Oxygen<br />
Barrier that extends product shelf life, eliminating the need for barrier<br />
bags and a Moisture Barrier that minimizes water migration through<br />
the film, maximizing product yield during cooking.<br />
<strong>Characteristics</strong><br />
<strong>Product</strong>s are offered in nominal 10% for <strong>VISFLEX</strong> ® T/P and nominal 20% for <strong>VISFLEX</strong> ® E<br />
levels. Depending on the application, most <strong>VISFLEX</strong> ® casings can be used without presoaking.<br />
� <strong>VISFLEX</strong> ® E, T casings are designed for use without soaking<br />
� <strong>VISFLEX</strong> ® P, before use, must soak in cold water at 20°C max imum for no longer than<br />
30 min<br />
Treatments<br />
<strong>Casings</strong> are formulated to minimize purging<br />
� <strong>VISFLEX</strong> ® L is designed for Low meat adhesion<br />
� <strong>VISFLEX</strong> ® M is designed for Medium / High meat adhesion<br />
Printing<br />
Continuous one to eight color graphics for product branding and labeling<br />
Color Range<br />
<strong>VISFLEX</strong> ® <strong>Casings</strong> are offered in a wide selection of colors to meet your product needs. Our<br />
selection includes:<br />
� Clear<br />
� White<br />
� Red<br />
� High Transparent Red<br />
� High Transparent Blue<br />
� Black<br />
� Brown<br />
� Orange<br />
� Fume<br />
� Gold<br />
� Yellow<br />
� Sunbrown<br />
*For additional colors, please contact your nearest sales office.<br />
<strong>Viskase</strong> Companies, Inc. · 8205 S. Cass Ave. Suite 115 · Darien, IL 60561 · 1-800-VISKASE · www.viskase.com · techsupport@viskase.com<br />
<strong>VISFLEX</strong> ® and are trademarks of <strong>Viskase</strong> Companies, Inc. © 2007 <strong>Viskase</strong> Companies, Inc.
Finishing Formats<br />
Available in shirred sticks, reels, and cut pieces, either pre-clipped or flat<br />
Size Range:<br />
<strong>VISFLEX</strong> ® <strong>Casings</strong> are available in a broad range of sizes to meet the variety of product<br />
diameters and net package weights popular in the market today<br />
� Available sizes: Ø 38 – 206 mm<br />
Recommended<br />
Recommended<br />
Casing Stuffing Casing Stuffing<br />
Size (mm) Size (mm)<br />
38 38 100 100<br />
40 40 103 103<br />
43 43 105 105<br />
45 45 110 110<br />
46 46 112 112<br />
48 48 115 115<br />
51 51 120 120<br />
55 55 125 125<br />
57 57 130 130<br />
60 60 135 135<br />
62 62 140 140<br />
65 65 145 145<br />
70 70 150 150<br />
75 75 155 155<br />
78 78 160 160<br />
81 81 165 165<br />
87 87 170 170<br />
88 88 175 175<br />
90 90 180 180<br />
91 91 185 185<br />
94 94 190 190<br />
98 98 Additional sizes available<br />
Storage & Handling<br />
<strong>VISFLEX</strong> ® <strong>Polyamide</strong> <strong>Casings</strong> should be stored in a cool, dry place away from steam pipes, hot<br />
storage areas or direct sunlight. The recommended storage temperature: 40° – 75° F<br />
(4° - 24° C). Keep stock fresh by using oldest st ock first. Store cartons with product label<br />
showing. To avoid possible damage to casing, do not use knives, sharp instruments or hooks to<br />
open cartons.<br />
.<br />
<strong>Viskase</strong> Companies, Inc. · 8205 S. Cass Ave. Suite 115 · Darien, IL 60561 · 1-800-VISKASE · www.viskase.com · techsupport@viskase.com<br />
<strong>VISFLEX</strong> ® and are trademarks of <strong>Viskase</strong> Companies, Inc. © 2007 <strong>Viskase</strong> Companies, Inc.
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