The canning retort is a particular type of vessel used in the food industry for the heat processing of packaged food products in cans. It is designed to sterilize as well as preserve the food by subjecting it to high temperatures along with pressure. The retort helps the cans in sealing after heating and effectively killing harmful microorganisms to extend the shelf life of the food. Canning retort is available in various sizes and configurations as per the requirements of different industries to accommodate different production capacities.