TME

This is a self-sealing foam tape designed for use in sous vide cooking, specifically to address the practical problem of probe insertion. When a temperature probe is pushed through a vacuum-sealed bag during water bath cooking, it creates a small puncture that can allow water ingress or bag leakage. This tape is applied around the probe entry point to expand and form a reliable seal, allowing accurate internal temperature monitoring without compromising the integrity of the bag.

In a busy kitchen running multiple water baths simultaneously, maintaining bag integrity is straightforward but important. A failed seal can mean a bag taking on water, diluting marinades or cooking liquids, or — more critically — disrupting the controlled environment that makes sous vide cookery reliable. This tape keeps that risk low without slowing down prep or service.

• Seals around probe insertion points to prevent water ingress
• Works across the temperature range relevant to water bath cooking
• Easy to cut and apply during bag preparation
• PVC construction holds its seal under sustained immersion
• Each roll provides a practical working length for ongoing kitchen use

It is worth noting that this tape is rated to 70°C, which covers the temperature range used in most sous vide applications. It is not intended for high-temperature applications outside that range. Each roll is 1m in length, so higher-volume kitchens running continuous sous vide programmes may want to keep several rolls in stock.

This tape is well suited to any kitchen operating sous vide equipment with probe monitoring — from hotel kitchens and restaurant prep sections through to contract catering operations. If you are unsure how this fits into your current sous vide setup, the team is happy to help.

The TME MM2000 is a professional digital thermometer kit designed for temperature monitoring in commercial kitchens. It comes supplied as a complete package — thermometer unit, needle probe, and a stainless steel wall mount holder — so there is nothing additional to source before it can go into daily use.

In a busy kitchen environment, accurate temperature checking is a routine part of safe food handling, and the MM2000 is well suited to that task. The needle probe is fast to respond, which keeps checks quick during a busy service, and its dishwasher-safe construction means it can be properly cleaned between uses without additional handling concerns. The thermometer reads in both Celsius and Fahrenheit, which is useful where staff or suppliers work in different units.

From a practical standpoint, this kit offers several operational advantages worth noting:

• HACCP compliant, supporting food safety documentation requirements
• IP67 waterproof rating, suitable for wet kitchen conditions
• Dishwasher-safe probe for straightforward, hygienic cleaning
• C/F selectable display for flexible use across different working practices
• Wall mount included, keeping the unit accessible and reducing the risk of misplacement

There are no installation requirements — the MM2000 is a handheld instrument and is ready to use out of the box. The wall mount provides a practical storage point, keeping the thermometer at hand on the pass or prep area rather than getting lost in a drawer.

This kit is a sound choice for smaller operations, single-site kitchens, or as a dedicated unit for a specific section such as pastry or cold prep. Sites with very high checking volumes across multiple sections may find it worth considering additional units or a data-logging solution instead.

If you are unsure whether this model fits your monitoring requirements or want to discuss how it sits alongside your existing food safety process, the team is happy to help you work that through.

This kit from TME provides everything needed to monitor food temperatures accurately during sous vide cooking. The key feature is the needle probe, which is designed to be inserted through a vacuum-sealed bag without breaking the seal — allowing operators to take a core temperature reading from within the pack and then reseal it using the included self-sealing tape. The kit is supplied complete with a thermometer, needle probe, self-sealing tape, a temperature log book, and a carry case, making it a self-contained solution for HACCP-compliant temperature monitoring.

In practical terms, the ability to check food temperatures without compromising the vacuum seal is essential in sous vide kitchens where maintaining a sealed, sterile environment throughout the cooking process is the whole point of the method. Cutting a bag open to check temperature defeats that purpose and wastes product. This probe-and-tape approach is the accepted method for accurate in-bag monitoring, and the wide temperature range supports use across the full spectrum of sous vide applications, from gentle long-hold preparations through to higher-temperature finishing.

• Test core temperature without opening or damaging the vacuum pack
• Supports accurate HACCP temperature logging with included log book
• Compact carry case keeps the kit clean and organised between uses
• Self-sealing tape included for resealing bags after probe insertion
• Suitable for both cook-chill and cook-hold sous vide operations

There are no electrical or installation requirements — the kit is portable and ready to use. It is worth confirming that your team is familiar with the correct needle-probe technique, as improper insertion can compromise the seal even with the tape in place. The log book supports due diligence records, though operators running high-volume sous vide programmes may want to consider whether a digital logging solution better fits their audit requirements.

This kit is well suited to restaurants, hotels, and catering operations running sous vide as part of their production process, particularly where HACCP records are required. It is equally practical for smaller operations setting up sous vide for the first time. If you have questions about temperature monitoring within a wider cook-chill or food safety system, the team is happy to talk it through.