Apparatus for fruit fly disinfestation using hot humid air in order to prevent the spread of infestation in fruits and vegetables
US4676152A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 3, 1985 |
| Grant date | Jun 30, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 3, 2005 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23B7/0053
- WIPO fieldFood chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
An apparatus for using hot humid air to prevent the spread of fruit fly infestation in fruits and vegetables. The apparatus includes a treating room, an air chamber located above the treating room and communicating therewith, a temperature and humidity regulator, and a ventilation arrangement. The apparatus allows accurate and uniform control of temperature and humidity, thereby minimizing damage to the treated fruits and vegetables.
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