Air-O-Film Agri-Keeping Fruit Fresh All Over the World

Main Problem.

At any given moment we can walk into the grocery store and buy fresh fruit from all over the world. Having a vast selection of fresh fruit during any season is actually a rare commodity for some countries. Many people aren’t cognizant of the work involved in making that possible.

Increased choice and all-year availability have raised modern consumer expectations to such a level that retailers find it an ongoing challenge to maintain supply. Not only must store shelves be full at all times, but it is also essential that produce be delivered in the best possible condition in order for it to appeal to the shopper. And so it is for our customers in South America. With so much of their business coming from the export market, transportation is a critical factor in the South American growers business.

Because most fruit is transported across sea, aeration and stability are two major issues. If the produce is exposed to too much aeration, it may prematurely ripe or rotten. On the other hand, if the product gets too little aeration, it can lead to a build-up of stale air, which acts as a breeding ground for mold and bacteria. Furthermore, when transporting goods over large distances, the oceans can be turbulent. Ensuring that an order of produce arrives in one piece is of utmost importance.

IPS Packaging provided the best solution to the produce problem…addressing both the issue of aeration and stability. By using Air Flo Stretch Wrap, the South American growers were able to make sure that their produce was not only fully secure, but it was also able to breathe naturally. As a result, goods arrived in perfect condition and increased profits were noted.

The Problem

South American growers realized that too much or too little aeration of fruit causes it to be unfit for customer consumption.

• Too much aeration of produce
• Too little aeration of produce
• Build-up of stale air
• Produce prematurely ripe or rotten
• Created breeding ground for bacteria

The Solution

IPS Packaging provided the best solution to the produce problem...addressing both the issue of aeration and stability.

• Use of Air Flo Stretch Wrap
• Produce able to breathe naturally
• Goods arrived in perfect condition
• Increased profits were noted