Webinar: Pulsed Electric Fields – a low heat process to enhance the sustainability of food processing

The use of Pulsed Electric Fields (PEF) technology has revolutionised the food processing industry. By applying high voltage pulses, the cell membrane of fruit, vegetable and microbial cells is opened, facilitating mass transport and allowing for targeted texture modification or low heat shelf life extension. In this webinar, we will explore the applications of PEF in food and beverage processing, highlighting user benefits, including sustainability enhancement.

Outline:

I. Introduction

• What is Pulsed Electric Field Technology
• Historical Overview of PEF Technology in Food Processing
• Significance of PEF Technology in the Current Food Industry

II. PEF Applications in Food Processing

• PEF in Fruit and Vegetable Processing
• PEF in Potato Processing
• PEF allows a low heat and energy shelf life extension and preservation for heat-sensitive juice and smoothie

III. User Benefits of PEF Technology

• Product and process benefit
• Sustainability benefit

IV. Sustainability Enhancement

• Making use of electrical energy from renewable sources
• a perfect tool to replace the use of fossil energy

V. Conclusion

• Summary of Key Points
• Future of PEF Technology in Food Processing

Presenters:

Stefan Toepfl - Managing Director Elea

Stefan Toepfl is food technologist and received his PhD in food process engineering at Berlin University of Technology in 2006. As process specialist at the German Institute of Food Technologies, DIL, his research interest has focused on efficient and sustainably food production techniques, plant based protein processing and process automation. Since 2009 he is professor at the University of Applied Sciences, Osnabrueck, Germany. Since 2017 he is managing director of Elea GmbH, market leader for Pulsed Electric Field systems for the food and beverage industry.

Lily Liu -  Director TLL FOOD TECHNOLOGY

Dr. Lily Liu, the founder of TLL Food Technology, specialises in new product development and food technology innovation services, driven by a strong passion for sustainable food production. With extensive research experience in applying Pulsed Electric Field (PEF) technology in food processing and a background in leading CAPEX projects for renowned food companies, Dr. Liu serves as the representative of Elea PEF technology in the ANZ zone.