Join AIM and Unite Excellence in Aseptic Discipline
Aseptic food manufacturing produces sterile, shelf-stable products. The aseptic packaging market, valued at $71.43 billion in 2024, is projected to reach $179 billion by 2033, with a CAGR of 10.8%. Growth is driven by food safety regulations, demand for sustainable packaging, and industry collaboration to strengthen the food supply chain.
The mission of the Aseptic Innovation and and Manufacturing (AIM) Consortium is to foster a vibrant community that unites industry, academia, and government in the pursuit of excellence in aseptic processes.
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ASEPTIC INDUSTRY GAPS
- Industry lacks sufficient support systems to more than double in size by 2032 and need innovations in advanced sterilization and validation technologies for improved product quality.
- Development of new sustainable, eco-friendly packaging materials faces challenges with sterilization and shelf-life.
- Challenges in commissioning of new aseptic lines
- Manufacturing services for ongoing production including deviation, spoilage analysis, and training (key to maintaining innovation and commercialization)
VISION
To be the leading global hub for advancing aseptic technologies through innovation, collaboration, andknowledge transfer, bridging generations of expertise to ensure a sustainable and thriving future for the
industry, academia, and government.
MISSION
Our mission is to foster a vibrant community that unites industry, academia, and government in the pursuit of
excellence in aseptic processes.
We AIM to:
- Create an environment to allow companies access to technological advancement
- Provide the industry with open innovation and research opportunities
- Provide practical and experienced service to assist industry with validation and commercialization.
Financial Benefits
- Overhead fee waiver for research
- Seats in Better Process Control School, Aseptic, and Validation Workshops
- Free booth at AIM Annual Meeting
- Discount for customized hands-on aseptic training
Educational Benefits
- An open, members-only access repository of aseptic technical information
- Fostering aseptic professional advancements in aseptic manufacturing through workshops and training programs
- Collaboration with co-manufacturers to provide scale-up and feasibility
- Proprietary technologies and protocols to perform process, product, and package validation as per regulatory requirements
- Economic analysis and consulting: the financial impact of adopting or expanding aseptic technologies
Operational Benefits
- Geographically located pilot plants and lab facilities to perform testing - proof of concept (Purdue and SinnovaTek)
- Professional food prep and packaging facility with commercial kitchens
- Priority projects driven by industry demand and facilitated by technical committee
- Overall food safety and quality
- Troubleshooting
Financial Benefits
- Overhead fee waiver for research
- Seats in Better Process Control School, Aseptic, and Validation Workshops
- Free booth at AIM Annual Meeting
- Discount for customized hands-on aseptic training
Educational Benefits
- An open, members-only access repository of aseptic technical information
- Fostering aseptic professional advancements in aseptic manufacturing through workshops and training programs
- Collaboration with co-manufacturers to provide scale-up and feasibility
- Proprietary technologies and protocols to perform process, product, and package validation as per regulatory requirements
- Economic analysis and consulting: the financial impact of adopting or expanding aseptic technologies
Operational Benefits
- Geographically located pilot plants and lab facilities to perform testing - proof of concept (Purdue and SinnovaTek)
- Professional food prep and packaging facility with commercial kitchens
- Priority projects driven by industry demand and facilitated by technical committee
- Overall food safety and quality
- Troubleshooting
Subscription Architecture
| Membership benefit | Full ($50,000/yr) | Associate ($25,000/yr) | Community ($5,000/yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seat on Technical Committee | X |
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| Defining Research Priorities | X |
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| Overhead Fee Waiver for Research | X |
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| Quarterly Meeting for Center Activities | X |
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| Voting Points 50 on Different Research Topics | X |
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| First-hand Access to Research and Be an Advisor | X |
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| Priority on Research Projects | X |
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| Seat on Validation Workshop ($2,900 value) | X |
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| Seat on Aseptic Workshop ($2,200) | X |
X |
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| Priority Customized Hands-on Aseptic Training | X |
X |
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| Support New Line Installations by Providing Guidance Documents | X |
X |
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| Knowledge Sharing Center Inclusion on Website & Partnership Platforms | X |
X |
X |
| Booth at Annual Aseptic Meeting ($1,000 value) | X |
X |
X |
| Facilitated Collaboration With All Consortium Members | X |
X |
X |
| Seat on Annual Better Process Control School ($950 value) | X |
X |
X |
Meet our Director
Dharmendra Mishra
Department of Food Science
Associate Professor and Process Authority
765.494.2594
Want to learn more?
Contact Dr. Dharmendra Mishra at mishradh@purdue.edu to learn more about AIM Consortium membership.
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