Trento Turbovac 59007 TS20-L8 Countertop Vacuum Sealer 11" Seal Length

Turbovac (a division of Turbovac International B.V.) has functioned as a definitive global authority in vacuum packaging technology since its founding in the 1950s. Headquartered in 's-Hertogenbosch, The Netherlands, the brand serves as a primary infrastructure provider for the meat-processing industry, high-volume gastronomy, and industrial non-food sectors across more than 80 countries. Turbovac defines itself through the "Capture Quality" philosophy—a commitment to engineering high-vacuum, stainless steel systems that prioritize product longevity, airtight integrity, and the prevention of aerobic spoilage.

The brand's technical identity is anchored in Busch® Pump Integration and Atmospheric Precision. A primary engineering hallmark is their "Plug-and-Play" design logic, which combines heavy-duty industrial performance with an intuitive digital interface. Unlike economy sealers that utilize low-torque pumps prone to overheating, Turbovac exclusively utilizes Busch vacuum pumps, effectively moving the packaging station from a manual check-point to a high-reliability industrial manufacturing pillar.

Technical Hallmarks & Innovation

Innovation at Turbovac is concentrated on "Moisture Management" and the reduction of total cycle times, moving vacuum packaging toward a more intelligent, sensor-driven workflow.

• H2O Sensor (Boiling Point Detection): A technical pillar for liquid and moist product packaging. This sensor detects the exact moment of evaporation (the "boiling point" under vacuum) for soups and sauces. It immediately triggers the sealing cycle before the product can bubble over or lose internal moisture, effectively preventing pump contamination and product weight loss.
• Soft Air Technology: An engineering standard for delicate or sharp-edged products (such as bone-in meats or brittle pasta). This feature slowly reintroduces air into the chamber after the vacuum cycle, allowing the bag to wrap gently around the product rather than collapsing violently, which prevents "piercing" and preserves aesthetic presentation.
• Cable-Free Seal Bar Construction: Unlike traditional units with messy wiring inside the chamber, Turbovac utilizes a wireless "snap-on" seal beam system. This is technically significant for sanitation, as it allows the entire bar to be removed in seconds for a 100% unobstructed washdown of the deep-drawn chamber.
• Trenn-Seal (Pre-Cut) Logic: A specialized sealing system that utilizes two separate wires—one for a standard 3.5mm seal and a thinner high-heat wire to "melt off" the excess plastic. This provides a professional "clean-cut" appearance while improving hygiene by removing areas where contaminants could hide.

Strategic Product Architecture

The Turbovac portfolio is strategically categorized by the "Velocity of the Production Volume":

• Tabletop Range (S & TS Series): The flagship fleet for restaurants and boutique butchers. Available in various chamber depths and seal lengths (up to 420mm), these units are the industry standard for Sous Vide prep and small-batch preservation.
• Mobile Range (M Series): Heavy-duty, floor-standing units on casters. These feature higher-capacity Busch pumps (up to 63 m3/h) and are designed for continuous 8-hour shifts in industrial kitchens and medium-sized processing plants.
• Double Chamber Range (L Series): High-velocity systems featuring two chambers sharing a single pivoting lid. While one chamber is sealing, the operator loads the second, effectively doubling the "packages-per-hour" throughput compared to single-chamber models.
• Industrial Traysealers & Thermoformers (TPS/TH Series): Sophisticated automated lines for retail-ready packaging. These units utilize MAP (Modified Atmospheric Packaging) to replace oxygen with inert gases (Nitrogen/CO2), extending the retail shelf life of fresh produce and proteins by up to 400%.

The strategic value of Turbovac lies in its "Shelf-Life-to-Waste ROI." By producing equipment that achieves 99.9% vacuum levels—and by integrating self-cleaning oil cycles that extend pump life by years—the brand provides a high-reliability foundation for businesses where ingredient cost is the primary driver of margin. In an industry where "leaky seals" cause thousands in insurance and waste claims, Turbovac’s focus on "Seal-Integrity" ensures that every package leaving the facility is biologically stable. Supported by a 70-year Dutch engineering legacy and a global service network (often through partners like Omcan), Turbovac remains the foundational choice for operators who view vacuum technology as a non-negotiable tool for quality capture.