The Division was established to provide solutions to packaging problems of FIIRO and the nation at large it is domiciled in the Chemical, Fibre and Environmental Technology department of the institute.
Among its various functions are:
1. Development of high quality packaging materials that meet global safety standards and affordable to SMEs.
2. To provide consultancy services to entrepreneurs and corporate bodies on packaging issues.
3. To provide packaging education through the organization of seminars, conferences and
workshops for entrepreneurs, corporate bodies and the public.
Vision of the Division
To be the centre of excellence in packaging for industrial growth and sustainability
Mission of the Division
To carry out consistent packaging research and development activities to drive industrial packaging innovations for the industrialization of the nation
Developed Technologies In Packaging:
1. Packaging materials (transparent films) for snacks, biscuits, confectionaries and cereal
Products
2. Packaging materials for bath-bar and black soaps
Current Research Projects
1. Design and development of packaging materials (modified atmosphere packaging) for snacks and low shelf life food products -peanut, plantain chips, etc
2. Design and development of suitable packaging materials (flexible packaging) for pasty food products (Tomato, Pepper and Onion)
3. Design and development of suitable packaging materials for food products in powdery food products.
4. Design and development of packaging materials for fresh fruits and vegetables from natural sources.
Contact the Division:
Dr. Hassan Muili Tunde
Head (Packaging Technology Division)
Ph.D. (Environmental & Climate Change)
MSc (Environmental Management & Protection)
BSc (Environmental Management & Toxicology)
Professional Bodies
1. World Packaging Organization
2. Institute of Environmental Science
3. National Institute of Metiology
E.mail: tunde.hassanThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., tundehassan78This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Phone No: +2348025861139, +2348162328967