Grading

In the agricultural industry, uniformity is the key to premium pricing. For professional growers and processors, grading is the essential process of sorting produce by size, weight, and quality to meet strict market demands. APH Group provides advanced grading solutions that ensure every potato, onion, or carrot ends up in the right category, maximizing your financial returns while minimizing waste.

Mechanical and optical sorting technology

The APH Group Grading & Packing Knowledge Centre offers a wide spectrum of technologies, ranging from high-capacity mechanical screen graders to the latest in digital innovation. We understand that every crop requires a specific approach to ensure accurate classification without damaging the product.

• Mechanical grading: Utilizing proven brands like Miedema, we provide shock graders and screen sizers that offer high throughput and gentle handling. These systems are famous for their durability and ability to accurately separate products based on square or round mesh sizes.

• Optical sorting: For those seeking the highest level of precision, our optical sorting solutions represent the future of grading. These systems, such as the Qualitygrader, use advanced cameras and sensors to detect internal and external defects, shape irregularities, and precise color variations. This allows for a fully automated process that significantly reduces labor costs.

Seamless integration into the handling line

A grading system is most effective when it is part of a synchronized workflow. APH Group specializes in creating integrated lines where produce moves smoothly from the soil preparation and harvesting stages into the grading hall. Our systems are designed to work in tandem with pre-cleaning, washing, and eventually packing units.

By utilizing modular designs, we can customize a grading line that fits your specific warehouse layout and capacity requirements. Whether you are a large-scale exporter requiring industrial-grade speed or a specialized grower focused on niche retail markets, our solutions provide the flexibility you need.

The APH Group advantage: Quality and yield

At APH Group, we focus on our core values: efficiency, product quality, and increasing yields. Efficient grading ensures that you don't lose money by accidentally including premium produce in a lower-grade batch. Conversely, it protects your reputation by ensuring only the best products reach your customers.

With our extensive experience in Central and Eastern Europe, Asia, and Latin America, we provide not just the machinery, but the knowledge to optimize your sorting process. Our global service network ensures your grading line remains operational 24/7 during the peak of the season.