Conditioning `Kensington' Mango with Hot Air Alleviates Hot Water Disinfestation Injuries

Conditioning ‘Kensington’ Mango with Hot Air Alleviates Hot Water Disinfestation Injuries

In an effort to develop an inexpensive alternative to vapor-heat insect disinfestation of ‘Kensington’ mango (Mangifera indica Linn.), the effect of postharvest hot water treatments (HWT) on fruit quality was determined. Fruit were given 46C HWT for 30 minutes at a fruit core temperature of 45C either 24 hours after harvest or after various conditioning treatments of 4 to 24 hours at 39 ± 1C in...

Hot air disinfestation of Australian ‘Kensington’ mangoes against two fruit flies (Diptera: Tephritidae)

Heating ‘Kensington’ mangoes by means of a hot-air circulatory system at >95% RH to a core temperature of 47°C which was then held for I5 min was shown to meet requirements for a quarantine disinfestation treatment against Bacrrocera rnoni, Queensland fruit fly and Ceratitis capitata, Mediterranean fruit fly. The treatment is currently in use for exports from Australia to Japan. Efficacy exceed...

The conditioning of medical gases with hot water humidifiers

Challenges of using air conditioning in an increasingly hot climate

At present, air conditioning (AC) is the most effective means for the cooling of indoor space. However, its increased global use is problematic for various reasons. This paper explores the challenges linked to increased AC use and discusses more sustainable alternatives. A literature review was conducted applying a transdisciplinary approach. It was further complemented by examples from cities ...

Hot air sauna burns.