JBT Marel has launched the ProDOSE™ Pineapple Wax Dosing Machine. This fully automated machine, which is a scalable replacement for outdated wax dosing methods, was awarded the title of Freshness Control Solution of the Year in the 2025 AgTech Breakthrough Awards, in advance of the product's official launch. This honor celebrates industry excellence in worldwide agricultural and food technology solutions.
"The ProDOSE Pineapple takes what is typically an error-prone step in postharvest processing and automates it, solving a critical challenge for one of the most in-demand segments of the produce industry," said Christina Campos, JBT Marel general manager. "It's a groundbreaking advancement that reflects our commitment to raising the bar for food safety, quality, and preservation while reducing manual effort and waste."
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Traditionally, wax dosing and concentration monitoring for fresh pineapples have been a manual process that requires labor-intensive wax solution recharging every 20 minutes. This method introduces the risk of human error, which can result in over- or underdosing of the wax solution, potentially leading to over-concentrated wax, which wastes product, or under-concentrated coating, which risks spoilage before the fruit reaches its destination. With the ProDOSE Pineapple, this task is now automated, ensuring each pineapple is coated evenly and consistently.
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"Beyond consistency and efficiency, this machine gives producers greater control and flexibility over the waxing process," adds Fernando Edagi, product line director for JBT Marel Fresh Produce Technologies. "With a range of application settings, it allows operators to adjust for the specific post-harvest needs of different pineapple varieties and external conditions."
The machine also features real-time monitoring and data logging through a user-friendly mobile app and wireless data transmission for seamless integration and accurate record-keeping.
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