Controlled
atmosphere storage is now a commonly used enhancement to refrigerated
storage for prolonging the storage life of some types of produce.
Usually controlled atmosphere means regulating the levels of oxygen
and carbon dioxide within the storage rooms for extended storage
times. Computer control is the norm for controlled atmosphere
storage because good control requires continuous and repetitive
checks and adjustments.
Benefits of Computer
Control
- Improved
quality - more precise and consistent control of storage
conditions
- Data
collection - for complying with export requirements and
evaluation of storage strategies
- Reduced
labor - frees operators up for other tasks through automatic
reporting and alarming, and through remote monitoring
- Reduced
energy consumption - primarily through the control of refrigeration
equipment
Computer Control Functions
- Gas
level monitoring
- Automated
sample control
- Room
vent fan control
- Nitrogen
injection control
- Refrigeration
controls
For
more information on what a computer control system could do for
your facility and for a quote on a custom controlled atmosphere
system send us an e-mail with your
requests.