ASTRA Showcases Automatic Fruit Peeling at US Trade Shows

ASTRA Inc., a Japanese manufacturer of automatic fruit-peeling machines serving customers in more than 70 countries, will showcase its technology at two major US trade shows in October 2026: the IFPA Global Produce & Floral Show in Orlando and PACK EXPO in Chicago.

Visitors will have the opportunity to discover ASTRA's automatic peeling solutions through live demonstrations, explore their capabilities, and even bring their own fruit for on-site testing.

At a glance

Meet ASTRA at Two Major US Trade Shows

Both events provide an opportunity to see ASTRA's automatic fruit-peeling technology in operation and evaluate its capabilities on different fruit varieties.

Automatic Fruit-Peeling Technology Designed for Versatility

ASTRA develops automatic fruit-peeling machines combining simple operation, adaptability to different fruit shapes and adjustable peeling parameters. The equipment is designed to accommodate variations in fruit size, shape and ripeness.

Key features include:

• Easy operation: Place the fruit in the machine and press a button to begin the peeling process. The operating procedure is designed to be accessible to new users.
• Automatic shape tracking: The peeling mechanism follows the contours of the fruit, adapting to variations in size and irregular shapes.
• Customizable peeling: Interchangeable attachments and pins, combined with adjustable peeling depths, allow the equipment to be configured for different fruit varieties and conditions.
• Safety and hygiene: ASTRA highlights NSF and CE compliance as part of its equipment offering. Certification details should be checked for each specific model.
• Made in Japan: ASTRA machines are manufactured at the company's factory in Fukushima, Japan, with an emphasis on durability and long-term after-sales support.

Test ASTRA's Fruit-Peeling Machines with Your Own Fruit

A key highlight of ASTRA's participation in both trade shows will be the opportunity to observe live peeling demonstrations using real fruit.

Visitors are also invited to bring their own fruit for on-site testing. This provides an opportunity to assess how ASTRA's equipment handles specific fruit characteristics, including variations in shape, size and peeling requirements.

For food-processing professionals considering automated peeling equipment, these demonstrations offer a practical way to explore the technology and discuss its suitability for their applications.

Japanese Manufacturing Expertise

ASTRA manufactures its automatic fruit-peeling machines in Fukushima, Japan. Each machine is produced individually, reflecting the manufacturer's focus on manufacturing quality and durability.

With customers in more than 70 countries, ASTRA has established an international presence in automatic fruit-peeling technology.

The combination of adaptable peeling mechanisms, straightforward operation and adjustable configurations makes ASTRA's equipment relevant to professionals evaluating fruit-processing automation.

Discover ASTRA's Solutions with ES Canada

ASTRA's participation in these two North American trade shows provides an opportunity for Canadian food-processing professionals to discover its Japanese automatic fruit-peeling technology.

ES Canada features ASTRA's automatic fruit-peeling machines in its product portfolio.

Whether you are planning to attend the exhibitions or would like to learn more about ASTRA's equipment, ES Canada can be contacted to discuss your fruit-processing requirements and explore the available solutions.

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