Fruit and vegetable processing uses compressed air for washing, peeling, cutting, sorting and packaging, with air frequently contacting the product. Hygiene is essential, and the system must be oil-free and dry.
Key applications
- Washing and peeling systems
- Cutting and sorting machines
- Pneumatic conveying of product
- Packing, sealing and palletising
Air quality
Product-contact air must be ISO 8573-1 Class 0 oil-free, with drying to prevent moisture pickup. Control air needs a low dew point for reliable operation of cutting and packaging machines.
System design
Use oil-free compression with drying and filtration, design for washdown with corrosion-resistant components, and provide redundancy for continuous packing lines. Manage the wet environment with careful condensate drainage.