Vacuum food storage is the new solution in storing different kind of foods and at the same time extending its freshness and prevents premature spoilage. It delays the decaying process of eatable goods by removing the moisture and air that contains oxygen inside the container and in some cases vacuuming it further using a special check valve and a negative pressure generator. Oxygen as we all know helps in oxidizing anything; it is also the element responsible for making the metal to rust, brass to tarnish and consumable products to rot. Without it, consumable products lives longer, tiny insects on fresh vegetables that eats it dies. There are two types of vacuum food container available in the market today. One is using a liquid and air tight sealed plastic container with a check valve that automatically let the air out but doesn’t allow the air in, one good example is the FreshVac food containers.

The negative pressure created in this type of storage container is minimal but good enough to preserve the consumable products inside it for a few days. It’s also the simplest and the cheapest because you don’t need to purchase additional or separate pump for each container to work. All you need is one manually operated negative pressure pump which is already included in some brands. Just in case you break them, no worries, you can buy them separately.

If you need a more sophisticated type of vacuum seal food storage you might want the one with separate vacuum pump that uses a negative pressure technology to pump air out. This type of vacuum food storage has a higher negative pressure and extends the life of the food further. They are ideal for marinating instantly and will reduce the time needed to do it. You’ll be able to marinade your food in an hour instead of waiting overnight. If you have multiple containers you only need to buy one pump which is sold separately. Some manufacturers include the battery operated negative pressure pump if you buy a set of three containers. Also, in some other brands you can actually use your existing vacuum cleaner to create negative pressure in it. Just make sure that the vacuum canister hose is clean, we don’t want to contaminate our favorite meals and spoil it instead of preserving it.

Other models like the Fully Automatic Vacuum Food Container by iTouchless incorporate a small pump inside the container and with the help of a pressure sensor it automatically pumps the air out at the desired negative pressure when the lid is closed. This type of container is more hi-tech and costlier than the other types of vacuum container because you are paying the pump and sensor plus the control system for each container contrary to buying just one pump for all containers or nothing at all. Also, unlike ordinary plastic container the cover used is crystal clear glass instead of plastic which allows you to see the things inside it without actually opening. It also has many functions and added features like it can automatically turn on the pump when the negative pressure is below your input setting, constantly maintaining it. They are easy to operate too, just put the consumable products inside, plug it in at any electrical outlet, input your desired settings then you are good to go.

Like ordinary storage containers you can use them to store excess eatable products for later consumption and storing other foods for placing inside the refrigerator or microwave ovens. Use it as a lunch box for you and you’re children, bring it in your work without worry of spoiling it if not eaten immediately. When going to a picnic with your friends and family you can cook your delicious recipes ahead of time instead doing it just before you leave. This will allow you to concentrate more on other important task without rushing at the last minute, eliminating stress. When selecting good food vacuum storage you must find one with added features like pressure sensor to make sure that the unit is perfectly sealed and working. A preset time indicator is also handy to monitor how long it’s been stored. Pick one with a glossy finish that prevents colored eatable products from staining it and transferring odor which porous surface cannot do. Other nice features you should be looking are freezer, microwave oven and dishwasher safe products.