shelflifetesting.com » shelf life testing http://shelflifetesting.com Midwest Laboratories 402-829-9845 Mon, 07 May 2012 19:43:31 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 Package Barrier Testing http://shelflifetesting.com/package-barrier-testing/ http://shelflifetesting.com/package-barrier-testing/#comments Mon, 30 Apr 2012 20:23:03 +0000 ems4 http://shelflifetesting.com/?p=129 Continue reading →]]> One of the first questions that a producer often asks when launching a new product or modifying an existing product is, “What type of package should I use?” Shelf life testing is a great affordable way to look at the performance of your product in an array of different packages. Using accelerated shelf life you can often find exactly what you are looking for in just weeks. Often time we can monitor organoleptic properties as well as changes in chemical properties over time. Call Erin Smith at 402-829-9845 to help with the design of your next packaging project.

]]> http://shelflifetesting.com/package-barrier-testing/feed/ 0 New Chamber http://shelflifetesting.com/new-chamber-2/ http://shelflifetesting.com/new-chamber-2/#comments Thu, 22 Mar 2012 22:17:33 +0000 ems4 http://shelflifetesting.com/?p=107 Midwest Labs has added a new shelf life chamber that is 30C and 65% humidity. Call Erin Smith at 402-829-9845 for details! We have also added the ability to test for allergens!!!

]]> http://shelflifetesting.com/new-chamber-2/feed/ 0 Shelf Life Testing http://shelflifetesting.com/shelf-life-testing/ http://shelflifetesting.com/shelf-life-testing/#comments Fri, 06 Jan 2012 20:46:51 +0000 ems4 http://shelflifetesting.com/?p=110 Continue reading →]]> Shelf Life Study Test Protocol January 2012 Midwest Laboratories is the leader in private shelf life testing in the industry.  We offer a variety of shelf life methods for a reasonable cost.  Please feel free to contact Erin Smith at 402-829-9845 for any shelf life testing questions.

]]> http://shelflifetesting.com/shelf-life-testing/feed/ 0 20 Hot Restaurant Menu Trends in 2012 http://shelflifetesting.com/20-hot-restaurant-menu-trends-in-2012/ http://shelflifetesting.com/20-hot-restaurant-menu-trends-in-2012/#comments Wed, 14 Dec 2011 16:21:00 +0000 bkp1 http://shelflifetesting.com/?p=105 Continue reading →]]> Restaurant Menu Trends in 2012Children’s Nutrition and Local Food sourcing  are the key issues to look at in 2012 according to the Food Product Design Site.

Here is their Top 20 List:

The following Top 20 trends for 2012 include:

  1. Locally sourced meats and seafood.
  2. Locally grown produce.
  3. Healthful kids’ meals.
  4. Hyper-local items.
  5. Sustainability as a culinary theme.
  6. Children’s nutrition as a culinary theme.
  7. Gluten-free/food allergy-conscious items.
  8. Locally produced wine and beer.
  9. Sustainable seafood.
  10. Whole grain items in kids’ meals.
  11. Newly fabricated cuts of meat.
  12. Farm/estate-branded items.
  13. Food trucks/street food.
  14. Artisan spirits.
  15. House-made/artisan ice cream.
  16. Health/nutrition as a culinary theme.
  17. Non-traditional fish.
  18. Fruit/vegetable kids’ side items.
  19. Children’s mini-meals (i.e. smaller versions of adult menu items).
  20. Culinary cocktails.

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Midwest Labs specializes in a wide variety of shelf life tests.

We test pet food for shelf life too!

pet food

All studies can be customized to meet client’s need, to speak with someone on customization please call the Food Laboratory at Midwest Laboratories at 402-334-7770.

]]> http://shelflifetesting.com/shelflifetesting/feed/ 0 Determining What Type of Shelf Life to Run http://shelflifetesting.com/determining-what-type-of-shelf-life-to-run/ http://shelflifetesting.com/determining-what-type-of-shelf-life-to-run/#comments Mon, 24 Aug 2009 18:04:45 +0000 ems4 http://shelflifetesting.com/?p=19 Continue reading →]]> Determining Factors:
  1. At what temperature will the test be performed?
    1. If samples will be sold refrigerated, then tests will be run using a refrigerator.
    2. If samples will be sold frozen, then tests will be run using a freezer .
    3. If samples will be stored at room temperature then there are two options (Real Time and Accelerated)
    4. How long would you like to run the study?

      5. Refrigerator Shelf Life/ Freezer Shelf Life

      Refrigerator shelf life studies have the ability to assess changes in food quality and microbiological growth This study will determine how long a sample will remain safe to consume while at refrigerated or freezer conditions. The frequency of the test is dependent on product.

      Ambient, Room Temperature, Shelf Life

      Room temperature studies have the ability to assess changes in appearance, odor, microbiological growth as well as rancidity.

      Accelerated, 40 deg C/75% humidty, Shelf Life

      Accelerated studies will assess changes in moisture content, water activity, and sensory characteristics. They can NOT be used to test for microbial growth

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      Sue Ann Seitz

      Marketing Coordinator

      Phone #: 402-829-9892

      e-mail: sueann@midwestlabs.com

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      Erin Smith

      Nutrition Specialist

      Phone #: 402-829-9845

      e-mail: erin@midwestlabs.com

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