Gamma Irradiation
Gamma Irradiation is process in which various products are exposed to gamma rays emitted from a source, typically Cobalt-60, to help eliminate microbial contamination including viruses, bacteria, pathogens, insects and other undesirable organisms.
The simplicity, speed and effectiveness of gamma irradiation is what makes it the top choice for sterilization for the food, healthcare and packaging industries.
Advantages of Gamma Irradiation
Among only a few methods of industrial sterilization, Gamma Irradiation has several advantages over the other methods:
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The product retains original appearance, colour, aroma, flavor and wholesomeness
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Most reliable method for destruction of harmful bacteria, molds, fungi and insects at all stages.
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As the Gamma rays are highly penetrating in nature, products can be processed in the final packed conditions.
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High penetration allows a uniform dose to be delivered throughout the product
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There is no possibility of residual contamination, unlike Chemical Fumigants, such as EtO as this process does not use any chemicals.
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This being a cold process, Heat Sensitive Plastics, Medical Devices can be sterilized with no change in their properties.
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It is an environmentally friendly, simple & very effective process.
Application Areas/Products
Medical Devices
• Syringes • Implants • Surgical Blades
• Surgical Kits/Sets • Gowns/Drapes
• Surgical Dressings •Blood Collection Tubes
Food
• Grains • Spices/Tea • Dried Fruits
• Dehydrated Vegetables • Animal Feed
• Fruits and Vegetables • Pet Food
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Pharmaceuticals
• Ointments • Talcums • Vitamins
• Cortizones • Water for Injection
• Packaging • Ophthalmic Products
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Laboratory Equipment
• Bio-assay/Petri Dishes • Containers • Pipettes • Centrifuge Tubes • Culture Flasks
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Cosmetic and Herbal Products
• Herbal Extracts • Beauty Products
• Baby Products • Packaging Material
• Herbal Colours • Artificial Eye Lashes
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Other Products
• Sanitary Products • Polymer Crosslinking
• Wine Corks • Gemstone Colouration
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