Biometric sensory technologies including eye-tracking glasses, facial expression analysis, a Galvanic Skin Response (GSR) unit and an Electroencephalography (EEG) headset. Compusense® software.
Sensory science can be applied across the product development process to understand how the key sensory properties of food drive consumer acceptability. Gain a deeper understanding of consumer sensory perceptions […]
Bioprocessing bioreactors (Fermentation): Biolector XT (screening scale); Applicon reactors; pilot scale bioreactor
Allows optimal growth of cells and microbial organisms. Optimise microbial species and enzyme selection for fermentaiton processes; generate high-value bio-based products from waste streams; production of cell-based proteins as food […]
Cavitation
Rapid increase of linear velocity while passing through a constriction (such as venturi tube or orifice) causing decrease of static pressure. Cavitation bubbles are formed, followed by their implosion with […]
Chocolate Tempering and Enrobing System
Application of heat and shear on liquid chocolate to achieve stable seed crystalline structured cocoa butter before moulding or enrobing. Enrobing process uses a ‘waterfall’ of chocolate to coat a […]
Clean label formulation
Use of algae processes to reduce allergens
Coating Drum
Perform coating applications in order to improve product characteristics while rotating and mixing product. Uniform coating.
Cold plasma
Cold plasma is a non-thermal technology that uses a gas that has been ionized (ionised gas) and is characterized by active elements, such as atoms, reactive oxigen, free radicals, ions, […]
Continuous UVC (UVGI – Ultraviolet germincidal irradiation at 254 nm)
Food conveyor solutions already existing for solid food and the decontamination of food packaging. Treatment of liquid commonly found in water treatment and some beverage. Interesting photo-catalytic reaction known to […]
Conventional and Emerging Technologies (Thermal and Non-Thermal)
Inov.linea is characterized with two main aspects: the scale-up of food manufacturing processes, up to TRL 6 to 9, and the access to new or emerging technologies. Regarding scale-up, Inov.linea […]
Dehydration – Air Drying Chamber System AIRGENEX® food dryer
Removal of moisture by evaporation using heat and air-flow to reduce water activity, improve shelf-life, lower weight and bulk of the product. Closed system – no interchange with ambient air. […]