UNITEC innovation for Stemilt Cherries in California

Innovative technology by UNITEC, company specialized in the field of innovation for the fruit & vegetable sector with technologies dedicated to over 35 types of fruit and vegetable, has met the cherries of one of the world's most successful cherry grower. Just a few days ago, a large plant was put into operation in the premises of CHINCHIOLO STEMILT, in Stockton (California). 40 lanes with a nominal production capacity of 1200 fruits/second or 4.320.000 fruits/hour and an effective production capacity of around 800/900 fruits/second or about 3.200.000 fruits/hour.All integrated with Cherry Vision technology for the non-destructive selection of internal and external quality in cherries.“The startup of our California line was one of, if not, the best start of a cherry line in the 50 year history of Stemilt. In addition, in the first 7 days of operations we hit a major performance goal for the line. UNITEC backs up the sales pitch with execution” declared West Mathison, President of STEMILT GROWERS (1st picture).UNITEC works day in, day out to help its customers to improve processing and packing for fruit and vegetables. It handles every aspect of the technologies it provides: from the hardware and software to the design, mechanical engineering and construction of parts for automation, always aiming to provide tangibleresults that meet targets established together with the customer at the moment of drawing up the contract. “The UNITEC machine is a great asset to delivery premium consistent cherries to our customers. Working with UNITEC through the design and installation was seamless and the service level is top notch.” Said Erick Stonebarger, CHINCHIOLO STEMILT sales/special projects representative.“As Team UNITEC we are proud of the work carried out and the praise from West Mathison is truly our greatest reward”, says Raffaele Benedetti, UNITEC Sales Director.“The satisfaction expressed by our customers, their managers and technicians is what gives our Team the most satisfaction. - Benedetti continues. - "We like to think of our business as a win-win affair. And we believe that with the STEMILT company this has proved to be the case. We would like to thank the STEMILT staff who worked with us and helped us to create these great results”. In 2014 Stemilt celebrates 50 years of business and UNITEC turns 90. Many years of history for two companies whose paths crossed only in 2014 thanks to recently commissioned plant in California.“We hope to be a very useful business partner" concludes Raffaele Benedetti of UNITEC, "as we make more years of history under the banner of our innovative technology which brings our customersconcrete results in terms of development.”   For further information:UNITEC S.p.A.Clara Colonelli - clara.colonelli@unitec-group.comwww.unitec-group.com