Technology

Bioconservación-Protekfruit presented its new Clean Air Experts corporate image at Fruit Logistica in Berlin, where it showcased its expertise in post-harvest ecological protection. It offers different solutions for fruit, vegetable, flower and plant-related supply chains in harmony with agriculture that is more sustainable, produces less waste and increases profitability. The company has over 18 years’ experience in the sector and a network of partners in more than 40 countries. This year it has new products in its Transportekt line – the F100 and F75 filters designed specifically for citrus.They have the best ethylene and volatile organic compound (VOC) absorption capacity on the market and are approved for use in organic farming. These products do not come into contact with the fruit, are not additives or pesticides, and they leave no residue. Guaranteed by its own laboratory – the biggest in Europe devoted to developing air purification and gas filtration products – the filters are also subject to a rigorous quality control and traceability system and produced under certification including from SGS and Bureau Veritas. Attendance at the Fruitlogistica fair helped the company strengthen its links with its partners and attract new clients – both vital for its goal of “expanding our  market share in other countries.”

Infia has created and developed a new side ventilation system called “F concept”. Good aeration of the tray allows for more rapid pre-cooling of produce and so slows down the ripening process of the fruit, ensuring a longer shelf life. The holes on the side also let the ethylene vapours naturally produced by fermentation of the fruit escape. 
Upholding its green innovation philosophy, Infia’s  F Concept, allows for a 25% reduction of carbon dioxide emissions into the atmosphere during the pre-cooling phase of fruits and vegetables. In addition, thanks to the new mono material handle free of metal rivets, all Infia punnets are now 100% recyclable. “We aim to develop solutions to improve shelf life by cutting the percentage of waste, which causes great financial losses to retailers and prevents sustainable development of our industrial sector. Our commitment in this direction”, says Alessandro Marinari, explaining some of the advantages for importers  and supermarkets: “Also, the elimination of water vapour condensation at the retailers, which means greater visibility of produce and delayed appearance of moulds and fungi. In case of heat sealing, it is sufficient to use standard film instead of macro/micro perforated film, with considerable cost savings. And there is an important reduction in ethylene emissions, when present, which means a longer shelf life for the produce.” With a 65-year track record,  Infia today is one of the leading fruit and vegetable plastic packaging producers in Italy and 70 other countries worldwide. The company, located in Cesena and Valencia,  was one of the first companies to invest in new materials such as PET. MV

Soeks has been introducing worldwide exclusive consumer device technologies to check the nitrate and radioactivity levels of fruit and vegetables.
Annually, the global population increases by tens of millions of people. At the same time, food consumption is growing. More and more fertilizers are applied in order to obtain high-volume harvests. However, their overuse leads to oversaturation of products by nitrates (NO3). When people consume products contaminated by nitrates, these start to accumulate in the human body. They become a time bomb which may cause severe poisoning, damaging the liver, stomach and heart. Sovinca, the official representative of the Soeks company in Spain and Portugal, is pleased to introduce a new device: Nitrate-Tester. The Nitrate-Tester, known as the world’s first domestic device to measure nitrates in 32 products, is convenient and reliable. The product’s nitrate content is tested by piercing it with the probe at the base of the device. Another consequence of scientific and technological progress is an increase in radiation levels. Nuclear power station accidents have created a real health hazard for the entire human race by contaminating the air, water and food. Sovinca would therefore like to offer you another unique Soeks device, the Ecotester, which combines two functions in one: radiation dosimeter and nitrate tester. This device makes it possible to check the level of nitrates in fresh vegetables and fruit, fresh meat and baby foods quickly and easily, and also to assess the level of radioactivity and detect objects, foodstuffs and construction materials that are contaminated by radioactivity. The results of all the measurements are displayed on a color TFT screen. The estimated time of measurement is only 20 seconds. Among the other main advantages of the Ecotester we would like to highlight the following: highly universal, easy to use, lightweight, and operates over a wide temperature range, allowing it to be used in different conditions. Soeks devices will help you make sure that only safe products reach your table. For additional information please visit our website: www.sovinca.com 
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