How to benefit from intelligent control First step for a more intelligent fresh air method is to determine the appropriate CO2 limit. If you are unsure about the optimum level, select a “safe” low level of 1% CO2 max to closely replicate the ambient atmosphere. The majority of energy savings will be achieved with this CO2 level. To optimize the advantages of the AV+ system and also achieve enhanced produce preservation, you need to select the optimal max CO2 settings. Because this requires extensive produce knowledge and experience, MCI enlisted the assistance of UC Davis to look into several of the most common types of produce. The results of this study have been condensed into the following general settings list for guidance. AV+ is an intelligent demand-based air exchange system. The valves open and close automatically to maintain the specified CO2 and O2 levels. Setting guide for demand-based air exchange Produce Asparagus Garlic Melons (Cantaloupe/Honeydew) Onions (bulb) Potatoes Tomatoes (fruit with color) Tomatoes (green) Avocados (Hass) Bananas Grapes Oranges Pineapples Maximum C02 setting % 10% 10% 10% 5% 3% 3% 5% 10% 5% 10% 5% 7-10% 10-15% C02 can be used to control Botrytis 2.5% for Valencia cultivar Depending on cultivar Notes DISCLAIMER: The information contained herein is provided by the University of California, Davis and the U.S. Department of Agriculture and it has not been verified or endorsed by Maersk Container Industry AS. The University of California, Davis and Maersk Container Industry AS are not responsible for the topicality, correctness, completeness or quality of the information provided. Liability claims regarding damage caused by the use of any information provided, including information which is incomplete or incorrect, will therefore be rejected. All persons are advised to independently verify such information prior to implementation. Video about AV+ English AV+ video: http://youtu.be/N3ZZKKMjZPM Spanish AV+ video: http://youtu.be/T0VFfHOy0gg E-mail: sales@maerskbox.com www.mcicontainer.com English AV+ video Spanish AV+ video
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