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Controlled Atmosphere Cold Storage
Pioneers in the industry, we offer controlled atmosphere cold storage from India.
Controlled Atmosphere Cold Storage
Product Price: Rs 8,000 / TonneGet Best Price
Minimum Order Quantity: 250 Tonne
Product Details:
| Storage Capacity | 3000 MT |
| Temperature Range | 0 to +5 C |
| Application | Cherry, Apple, Multi Fruit |
| Chamber Type | Multi Chamber |
| Gas Control | Nitrogen Flush, CO2 Control, Ethylene Control, O2 Control |
| Relative Humidity | 95 to 98 pct |
| Insulation Thickness | 100 mm |
| Control Type | PLC Based |
| Refrigerant | Ammonia |
| Voltage | 380 V |
Apples are one of the most popular fruits worldwide, valued for their crisp texture, refreshing taste, and nutritional benefits. However, like all fresh produce, apples continue to “breathe” even after harvest. This process, known as respiration, involves taking in oxygen (O₂) and releasing carbon dioxide (CO₂). While natural, respiration accelerates ripening and eventually leads to softening, loss of flavor, and spoilage.
To overcome this challenge and extend the shelf life of apples, the food industry uses a proven technique called Controlled Atmosphere (CA) storage. In CA storage, the air composition inside cold rooms is carefully adjusted. Oxygen levels are reduced to about 1–3% (compared to 21% in normal air), while carbon dioxide levels are slightly increased to around 1%. At the same time, the temperature is maintained close to 0 °C and humidity is kept high (85–95%). Together, these conditions slow down respiration and delay the natural aging process of apples.
The result is remarkable: apples stored under CA conditions can remain fresh and market‑ready for up to 6 months (180 days), which is two to four times longer than conventional cold storage. This means that apples harvested in one season can be enjoyed by consumers well into the next, without losing their crispness, juiciness, or nutritional value.
Benefits of CA Storage for Apples-
Extended Shelf Life Apples last much longer, reducing waste and ensuring consistent supply throughout the year.
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Superior Quality The fruit retains its firmness, flavor, and aroma, offering consumers the same fresh experience as newly harvested apples.
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Natural Preservation Unlike chemical treatments, CA storage relies only on adjusting oxygen and carbon dioxide levels. This makes it a safe and natural method of preservation.
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Economic Advantage Longer storage reduces losses for farmers, traders, and retailers, while ensuring consumers have access to fresh apples even months after harvest.
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Variety Flexibility Different apple varieties such as Granny Smith, Red Delicious, Fuji, and Gala respond well to CA storage, though exact gas levels may vary slightly depending on the type.
For buyers and distributors on platforms like IndiaMART, CA storage offers a reliable way to source apples that remain fresh for extended periods. Whether you are a wholesaler, retailer, or exporter, CA‑stored apples guarantee consistent quality and longer availability. Consumers benefit from apples that taste fresh and crisp, while businesses benefit from reduced spoilage and better inventory management.
ConclusionControlled Atmosphere storage is a modern, eco‑friendly solution to the age‑old problem of keeping apples fresh. By lowering oxygen and slightly increasing carbon dioxide in cold storage, respiration is slowed, ripening is delayed, and apples stay delicious for months. With CA technology, apples can be stored two to four times longer than usual, ensuring year‑round supply without compromising on taste or safety.
Additional Information:
- Item Code: CA250
- Production Capacity: 10000
- Delivery Time: 12 weeks
- Packaging Details: All products are made in metalex factories and forwarded to site for installation and commissioning.
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