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Softripe® Ripening Chambers, Controlled Atmosphere (CA) Storage Systems
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agricultural machinery and equipment, cold chain logistics
Softripe® Ripening Chambers, Controlled Atmosphere (CA) Storage Systems
Frigotec GmbH, the developer behind the patented Softripe® technology, is a German-based innovator in controlled ripening systems and post-harvest cold storage engineering. Headquartered in Landsberg, Saxony-Anhalt, Frigotec has revolutionized the fresh produce industry through its breakthrough ripening platform Softripe®, which has been recognized for its efficiency, sustainability, and scientific precision in the treatment of tropical and climacteric fruits. The company provides turnkey solutions for industrial fruit processors, logistics providers, and retail distribution centers across Europe and beyond.
Frigotec GmbH specializes in the research, development, manufacturing, and deployment of advanced ripening systems. Its core offering, the Softripe® system, is an intelligent fruit ripening chamber technology based on real-time gas monitoring and automated atmosphere control. The system is tailored for bananas, avocados, mangoes, kiwis, pears, and persimmons.
Frigotec’s mission is to modernize fruit ripening through:
Beyond Softripe®, the company also engages in cold storage solutions, atmospheric control engineering, and post-harvest consulting.
Frigotec’s competitive edge lies in the proprietary Softripe® system, which is:
Unlike traditional ripening chambers, Softripe® adapts to the biology of the fruit, delivering scientifically backed and reproducible ripening outcomes.
While Frigotec is a privately held SME, industry data suggests:
The company has expanded its international footprint through licensing and co-development agreements, particularly in Western Europe and the UK.
Each system typically handles 20–50 tons per chamber, with scalability across multiple units. Full load cycles range from 24 to 72 hours, depending on the fruit.
Frigotec serves a B2B clientele including:
Softripe® targets operations that require precision ripening and consistent quality for high-throughput supply chains.
The system supports full integration with ERP and warehouse systems for centralized operational control.
Frigotec ensures compliance with European engineering and safety standards:
The system architecture supports compliance with retailer-driven sustainability audits and carbon reporting frameworks.
Though not widely published, installations have received industry praise for:
Softripe is often cited in trade exhibitions and white papers as a category-defining technology in post-harvest innovation.