This complex, having the necessary licenses from the relevant authorities and packaging machines, has the possibility of packing all kinds of fruits, nuts, dates, legumes, grains and rice in a variety of containers with different weights.
“Very pleasing overall. The mostly very good construction weather in spring/summer 2020 helped us make up for an initial construction delay. The cooperation with the authorities as well as with the contractors and craftsmen was goal-oriented and expeditious. We also fortunately had no difficulties or delays due to the pandemic situation.”
What were the sticking points to be solved?
“Shortly before the start of construction, asbestos was discovered in the property. So we had to remove the asbestos before we could start demolition. Fortunately, we found a specialist company at short notice that could carry out this work professionally and was available. Nevertheless, the actual construction project started some two weeks late as a result.”
What did you place particular emphasis on when choosing the construction companies?
“When choosing the partner companies to carry out the work, we placed particular emphasis on quality, adherence to deadlines and rationality – we awarded all the main construction lots to regional companies.”
What equipment will be used in the berry center and how many people will be working here?
“Eight systems for sorting, packing and labeling berries and pom fruits will be installed in the new packing hall, three of which are completely new and will be installed in April/May 2021. Depending on the season, between 40 and 80 people work at the Panache facility.”
Have there already been reactions from the population or the Thurman trade?
“There has been a lot of interest from the population, from customers and from our production companies, which makes us very happy. We are currently examining possibilities as to whether and how we can meet the request for a tour despite the pandemic situation. Of course, we would be happy to show our new premises to anyone interested.”
How satisfied are you and the management with the result so far?
“We are very satisfied with the result and also with the timely commissioning of the building. And we consider ourselves lucky to have very good premises for our employees and for supplying our customers with excellent fruit.”
What are the next steps?
“The final work is now being carried out on the new building and we have started on construction lot 2: This essentially comprises adaptation work in the existing building, for example the renewal of the lighting systems and preparatory work for the installation of the new pear sorting system, which will be brought in in July 2021 – another milestone for Tobi and our fruits with bite!”
Can we store vegetables in the refrigerator?
Due to the nature of the product that must be preserved, cold storage of dried vegetables can be done successfully for more than a year at a temperature of 0 to 10 ° C with a relative humidity of 80-95%.
What food products are stored in the refrigerator?
Other expensive raw materials such as dried fruits, chemicals, essential oils and processed foods such as fruit juices, pulp, concentrated dairy products, frozen meat, fish and eggs are stored in refrigerators to regulate marketing channels for these products.
How long can fruits be stored in the refrigerator?
To maintain quality for more than a week, fruits should be stored in the refrigerator. Apples and pears have the longest shelf life of tree fruits and can be stored in ideal conditions for up to four months in the refrigerator and in controlled atmospheres for up to 12 months.
At what temperature should vegetables be stored?
A general rule for vegetables is that cold season crops should be stored at colder temperatures (32 to 35 degrees Fahrenheit) and hot season crops at warmer temperatures (45 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit).
What are the 3 types of food storage?
There are three types of food storage:
1- Dry storage is the storage of items that do not need a controlled environment in terms of climate.
Refrigerated storage is defined as foods that need to be stored at a cool temperature, but not at freezing.
3- Storage of frozen food, which in this type of storage, materials remain frozen from the beginning to the end of storage to be consumed.