Thermal process validation - methods

David Whittaker, Thermal Processing Specialist

David Whittaker covers the methods we use to build the evidence that allows us to determine whether a thermal process will deliver a safely processed product. This includes consideration of the variables that help create the ‘worst-case scenario’ when performing a thermal process validation.


To understand how to optimise your thermal process, watch part two.

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David Whittaker

About David Whittaker

David is a thermal and non-thermal processing specialist and has expertise across many food and beverage sectors.

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