JBT Marel Unveils New Pineapple Wax Dosing Machine

This fully automated machine is designed to revolutionize the process of preserving fresh pineapple for large producers. As a scalable replacement for outdated wax dosing methods, it sets a new standard for brands committed to delivering top-quality fruit with greater efficiency and consistency.

In recognition of this significant innovation, ProDOSE™ Pineapple was awarded the title of Freshness Control Solution of the Year in the 2025 AgTech Breakthrough Awards, in advance of the product’s official launch. This prestigious honor celebrates industry excellence in worldwide agricultural and food technology solutions.

“The ProDOSE Pineapple takes what is typically an error-prone step in postharvest processing and automates it, solving a critical challenge for one of the most in-demand segments of the produce industry,” said Christina Campos, JBT Marel General Manager. “It’s a groundbreaking advancement that reflects our commitment to raising the bar for food safety, quality and preservation while reducing manual effort and waste.”

Traditionally, wax dosing and concentration monitoring for fresh pineapples have been a manual process that requires labor-intensive wax solution recharging every 20 minutes. This method introduces the risk of human error, which can result in over- or underdosing of the wax solution, potentially leading to over-concentrated wax, which wastes product, or under-concentrated coating, which risks spoilage before the fruit reaches its destination. With the ProDOSE™ Pineapple, this task is now automated, ensuring each pineapple is coated evenly and consistently.

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