MRE pouches are made out of several layers of material and are like a flexible can. They have better storage and distribution qualities than a can, without the weight or need for a can opener. The FRH has proven to be an effective method for the individual soldier to obtain a hot meal on demand in the field. Since assembly of MRE XIII, one FRH has been included in each MRE meal bag. The MRE flexibly packaged foods are heat-processed in retortable pouches.
Retort describes a thermostabilization process much like canning.
The pouch is made out of several layers and is like a flexible can but has better storage and distribution qualities than a can, without the weight or need for a can-opener. This process gives the product a long shelf life and helps retain natural juices and flavors for greater acceptability. The number of menus increased incrementally from 12 to 24. TTIs will facilitate rapid and effective quality monitoring and stock management of pre-positioned MREs. Foxhole to grocery store Many of the products and packaging innovations and developments during the past 40 years, which we take for granted yet appear on our grocery store shelves, have their roots in military ration research.