The startup develops a multi-patented device equipped with micro-sensors for monitoring the health and respiration rates of fresh produce. By providing real-time data and immediate notifications, the technology helps food producers and retailers minimize storage and transport losses.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
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Product
Problem
The fresh produce industry faces significant losses due to spoilage during storage and transportation, often caused by inadequate monitoring of environmental conditions and ethylene levels. Inaccurate or delayed data leads to suboptimal storage practices, reduced shelf life, and increased waste.
Solution
PostHarvest Technologies offers a device, Atmos, for real-time monitoring and control of cool room atmospheric conditions, helping to minimize post-harvest losses. The Atmos unit accurately detects ethylene, temperature, and humidity levels, providing in-room visibility and data accessibility via an open API and cloud platform. This enables users to implement data-driven automation, receive produce alerts, and optimize storage specifications to maintain produce quality and reduce waste.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes food producers, suppliers, distributors, and retailers involved in the storage and transportation of fresh produce, particularly those utilizing cool rooms, ripening rooms, and degreening rooms.
Features
- Accurate ethylene detection ranging from 0.1 ppm to 200 ppm
- Measures temperature from 0 to 35 degrees Celsius
- Measures humidity from 0 to 100%
- Real-time monitoring of cool room atmospheric conditions
- Open API for data integration and room automation
- Cloud platform for remote monitoring and team management
- Customizable produce alerts based on changing conditions
- Wall-mounted unit with WiFi or Ethernet connectivity