Pasting process conveying system

Another basic question is what type of facility would be most applicable —i.e., is a fixed or a mobile irradiator most applicable If a fixed facility is applicable, should it be an in-plant unit or a central facility to be used by several processors Seasonal availability of a product, near one location, is critical to the economics of radiation processing since typical capital costs for a moderate food irradiation plant may run anywhere between a quarter and two million dollars or more. Where there are relatively short harvest seasons, it would be economically advantageous to plan for irradiation of several products. This, however, requires a more flexible or versatile conveying system past the radiation source and generally less efficient use of the radiation. Thus, while a slight increase in capital cost may be required, the unit cost for processing would be less. 

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