Replacement tank

Replacement tank

Reliable gas solutions for a continuous production process

At Tops Foods, a company operating in the food industry, Nippon Sanso installed a reliable gas system to support the production process. Two 5,000-litre tanks were installed: one filled with nitrogen and one with CO₂, along with the necessary vaporisers. These gases are used for the atmospheric packaging of freshly prepared meals, where consistent quality and food safety are essential. The use of a controlled mixture of nitrogen and CO₂ ensures an extended shelf life and preserves flavour, texture and freshness, without the use of chemical preservatives.

Strong collaboration between teams

Carrying out a tank swap in a production environment requires thorough preparation. To ensure the continuity of the production process, microbulk tanks were installed in advance. These act as a buffer, allowing the installation of the final Nippon Sanso tanks to proceed without interruption.

The installation of the tanks and evaporators themselves went smoothly and was completed within a few hours. However, the entire process – including commissioning, testing and bringing the installation into controlled operation – takes two to three working days. A smooth and safe process is only possible thanks to the close collaboration between the various departments at Nippon Sanso and the teams at Tops Foods.

Shared values as a foundation

The partnership between Tops Foods and Nippon Sanso is built on shared values:
safety, quality and innovation. Just as Tops Foods works exclusively with the finest ingredients and adheres to the strictest standards, Nippon Sanso delivers solutions that meet the highest technical and safety standards.

A partnership that contributes to a stable production process today and leaves room for innovation tomorrow.

 

About Tops Foods

Tops Foods is a Belgian pioneer in the production of safe, high-quality and tasty single-portion meals for the inflight, retail and healthcare markets, amongst others. Since its foundation in 1993, innovation has been central to its mission. The company was the first in the world to apply a unique microwave sterilisation technology in the food industry, a process that still makes all the difference today in terms of food safety and product quality.