CMI Orchards introduces its new pear-packing technology with benefits for retailers and consumers. The company’s recent expansions on the technology used to pack, market and sell pears are something it has been working toward for a while and is thrilled to be able to share it, CMI’s Sarah Barkley, domestic sales and pear lead.
Barkley says the shape of pears can prove a challenge when automating pear packing.
Among the innovations being developed and expanded is a new vent pattern that provides efficiency at the warehouse level. “Most of the steps of pear packing are manual; the shape of pears can prove a challenge when it comes to automating the process at all, so any effort to modernize reduces cost,” Barkley says. “This new vent pattern helps streamline the process as well as improve airflow—which is crucial to control temperatures and retain moisture on the packing line and through the ripening process.” Any reduction of steps in the packing process reduces cost she adds, and this new vent pattern will eliminate an entire step.
This new vent pattern in the packing process will eliminate a step in packing.
Barkley says implementing SmartHarvest mobile ripening units is another step in the company’s developing processes. “Empowering our customers to confidently understand the ripeness of their fruit, and having influence over the ripening process, ensures that retailers are going to get more bang for their buck,” she says. “With this development, retailers can offer their customers pears that are at optimal ripeness at point of purchase and ensure the best and most consistent eating quality at home, capturing repeat customers and boosting sales in the produce department.”
For more information:
Ashlyn Lewis
CMI Orchards, LLC
Tel: +1 (509) 888-3434 (office) ext. 112
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www.cmiorchards.com