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TNVESTIGATION of high-energy irradiation for **• sterilization of foods is exciting great interest. It has been hailed as research that could result in the "ideal food preservation method." From the start, G.E. has invited industry and others to participate in further study. Recent developments indicate the broadening range of this work.
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For example, tests have indicated that shoes can be sterilized by high-energy irradiation without detrimental effects to the leather. Also, studies are being made to polymerize silicones in textiles. Gasoline is being tested with a view to polymerizing materials that produce "gum" in storage.
Mew G-E 2-mev electron beam generator (shown in assembly) joins the 1-mev generator (right) to broaden your research range.
These are just a few of the research projects under way. General Electric offers you an easy plan for your own investigation. Preliminary tests will be conducted at the G-E Laboratory. Should these tests show promise, you can purchase equipment for use in your own plant, or you can rent it under the G-E MAXISERVICE® rental plan. For further details, call your G-E x-ray representative. Or write for technical literature to X-Ray Department, General Electric Company, Milwaukee 1, Wisconsin, Rm. AP-84.
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