Reveam, Inc.: Pioneering High-Throughput Electron Beam Food Irradiation
Jeff Pelletier1.
1Executive, Reveam, Inc, Norcross, GA, United States
Reveam, Inc., a trailblazer in food safety and quality, has engineered an unparalleled high-throughput electron beam food irradiation processing facility. This cutting-edge facility represents a paradigm shift in food treatment technology, revolutionizing food safety.
Key Innovations:
1. Linear Accelerator and Beamline Design Integration: The beam delivery system seamlessly combines a linear accelerator with an optimized beamline design. This synergy ensures precise and efficient electron beam delivery, enhancing treatment effectiveness.
2. Dual Very High-Speed Conveyance Systems: Operating at remarkable speeds, the conveyance systems swiftly transport food cases through the irradiation process. This dual system minimizes bottlenecks, enabling continuous throughput.
3. Complex Control System: Orchestrating the entire facility, the enterprise-wide control system synchronizes the various components, making real-time adjustments to ensure safety, effectiveness, and consistent results.
4. Case-Level Barcoding and Tracking: Every case within a pallet is individually barcoded and tracked. Combined with a robust Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system, this granular level of monitoring ensures traceability, quality control, and compliance with safety standards.
5. Facility Climate Controls: The entire facility operates under refrigerated temperature and humidity controls, maintaining the cold-chain to protect food integrity and to keep food fresh.
The facility has been commercially operating and treating for over 2 years, serving growers, wholesalers, and retailers. The facility represents a leap forward in food safety, efficiency, and sustainability.