Banana Ripening Chamber Manufacture | Awotech

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Banana Ripening Chambers

• Enhancing the Quality and Shelf-life of Bananas

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Introduction

• What is a Banana Ripening Chamber?
• Specialized facility for controlled ripening of
  bananas
• Uses temperature, humidity, and ethylene gas to
  manage ripening

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Importance of Ripening Chambers

• Benefits
• Extends shelf-life of bananas
• Ensures uniform ripening
• Reduces wastage
• Maintains nutritional value and flavor

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Components of a Ripening Chamber

• Key Components
• Airtight insulated chamber
• Refrigeration system
• Ethylene gas generator
• Humidity control system
• Air circulation system

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Ripening Process

• Steps
• Harvesting bananas at the appropriate stage
• Placing bananas in the chamber
• Controlling temperature (14-23C) and humidity
  (gt90)
• Introducing ethylene gas
• Monitoring and adjusting conditions

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Ethylene Gas vs. Calcium Carbide

• Ethylene Gas
• Natural plant hormone
• Safe and effective
• Calcium Carbide
• Toxic and carcinogenic
• Banned in many countries

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Design Considerations

• Factors to Consider
• Air tightness to prevent ethylene loss
• Proper insulation for temperature control
• Adequate refrigeration capacity
• Efficient air circulation

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Advantages for Farmers and Traders

• For Farmers
• - Better market value
• - Reduced losses
• For Traders
• - Consistent quality
• - Longer shelf-life

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Conclusion

• Summary
• Banana ripening chambers are essential for
  quality control
• They offer numerous benefits for the entire
  supply chain
• Call to Action
• Consider investing in a ripening chamber for
  better banana quality

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QA

• Questions and Answers
• Open the floor for any questions from the
  audience
• Call For Query
• 9411466708
• 9520869983
• www.awotech.in

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Presented By Dr Hemendra Yadav

• Director
• Awotech Pvt Ltd