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.

Contact us

Before you Send please insert the same letters and numbers you see in this image captcha_image into this box: (this helps us fight spam)


When you click on the Send button you will be deemed to have accepted our terms and conditions

David Whittaker

About David Whittaker

David Whittaker is the Process Innovation department manager at Campden BRI and a Thermal Processing specialist.

Read more...

More on Manufacturing and processing

Factory worker operating pulsed electric field kit in pilot plant

Achieving sustainability and efficiency through new technologies

By adopting advanced technologies and best practices, manufacturers can improve the efficiency and sustainability of many different food and drink processing...


Man and woman inspecting equipment at a food factory

BRCGS Global Standard for Food Safety Issue 9: most common non-conformances

Our thoughts on the most common non-conformances raised since audits against Issue 9 began in February.


Selection of common foods related to allergies

Asking our network about their food allergen cross-contact concerns

We asked our LinkedIn network for feedback on allergen cross-contact via a number of poll questions about their concerns in this area.


Professional barista testing the smell of a new coffee

Q&A: investigating off flavours and taints

Our experts share their knowledge of off flavours and taints, and how they can support you in this area.


Sensory panel analysing biscuit product

Leveraging sensory insights throughout the product lifecycle

Explore the benefits of applying sensory analysis to produce robust sensory data and make more informed commercial decisions, as well as the risks of not inc...


People engaging and meeting around a table

Research, partnerships and accessing funding

Craig Leadley, Technology Fellow covers UKRI funding channels, connecting businesses to funding bodies and resources, the exciting research for which we have...



Contact an expert