SFAS Food Processing Hall
The SFAS Food Processing Hall is a modern, purpose-built facility that provides an integrated platform for experiential learning, research, and pilot-scale production in the domains of FST and HND. Designed to simulate an industrial environment, the hall enables students and researchers to explore the science and technology behind large-scale food and bakery manufacturing.
Core Functions and Strengths
- Commercial-Scale Baking Unit equipped for the preparation of breads, cookies, cakes, and other bakery products under controlled processing conditions
- Product Formulation and Process Innovation focused on developing nutritionally enriched and functional baked foods
- Pilot-Scale operations covering dough preparation, fermentation, baking, cooling, and packaging stages
- Training Workshops and skill development in equipment handling, process monitoring, and food quality assessment
- Process evaluation and quality control studies to assess texture, flavor, moisture retention, and storage stability
Academic and Research Integration
The facility supports both academic instruction and applied research by offering:
- Hands-on laboratory courses for undergraduate and postgraduate students of FST and HND
- Research trials of various food formulations and functional ingredient incorporation
- Product standardization and shelf-life evaluation for bakery and snack products
- Joint projects with food industries for technology validation and process optimization
Collaboration and Industry Outreach
The SFAS Food Processing Hall extends its services for industrial collaboration, product testing, and technical consultancy.