Peel Forward, Process Smarter
For over 30 years, ASTRA Inc. has been helping fruit processors work more efficiently through practical automation. Founded in Japan in 1991, ASTRA has grown into a global manufacturer of professional fruit peeling equipment, now supporting customers in more than 65 countries.
Today, ASTRA machines are used by fresh-cut fruit processors, food manufacturers producing dried fruits, jams, and desserts, as well as breweries and distilleries handling lemons. Regardless of scale or application, ASTRA focuses on the same priorities: reducing labor, improving yield, and delivering stable, consistent quality in daily production.
At FRUIT LOGISTICA 2026, ASTRA will present its lineup of industrial peelers, with particular focus on the FAP-3000, a high-capacity Pineapple Peeler & Corer launched at the end of 2025.
Throughout the exhibition, visitors can see live demonstrations using real fruit, making it easy to understand how the machines perform in real processing environments.
Spotlight Product: FAP-3000 Pineapple Peeler & Corer
The FAP-3000 was developed specifically for high-volume pineapple processing. By combining peeling and coring in one automated process, it simplifies production while delivering reliable, repeatable results.
High Throughput with Less Labor
The FAP-3000 operates in a continuous automated flow, processing one pineapple in 8 seconds, or up to 450 fruits per hour. This level of throughput allows processors to handle large volumes with significantly fewer operators, easing the impact of labor shortages.
Better Yield, Cleaner Results
ASTRA’s proprietary peeling technology reduces unnecessary flesh loss and minimizes juice leakage. The result is a clean, attractive finish suitable for fresh-cut products and further processing. Higher usable yield translates directly into lower raw material costs over time.
Easy to Use, Easy to Standardize
Designed for intuitive operation, the FAP-3000 delivers consistent output regardless of operator experience. Automation helps reduce training time and keeps product quality stable across shifts and production lines.
Fast ROI Proven in Real Production
The FAP-3000 is already in use at several major fresh-cut fruit processors in Japan, where it has delivered clear operational and financial benefits. After installation, staffing for pineapple peeling was reduced from five operators to just one, while maintaining stable throughput. Yield performance also improved significantly: while conventional pineapple cutters typically achieved yields of around 40%, the FAP-3000 consistently delivered 53% usable yield after coring.
Thanks to the combined impact of labor savings and higher yield, the customer was able to recover the initial investment cost in under three months. This rapid payback highlights how the FAP-3000 can move beyond efficiency improvement and directly support profitability in high-volume pineapple processing.
Established ASTRA Peelers on Display
In addition to the FAP-3000, ASTRA will showcase its proven peeler lineup, trusted by processors worldwide:
• KA-700H – A compact and versatile peeler for apples, oranges, kiwis, lemons, and more, processing up to 400 fruits per hour.
• FAP-1001 – An industrial model designed for continuous operation, capable of processing up to 1,200 fruits per hour.
• KA-750PM – Ideal for large or thick-skinned fruits such as pineapple, mango, melon, and grapefruit, with stable processing at around 250 fruits per hour.
See the Difference at Booth C-35
ASTRA believes performance should be experienced, not just described. At FRUIT LOGISTICA, visitors are invited to watch live demonstrations, speak directly with ASTRA specialists, and even bring their own fruit samples for discussion and testing.
If you are exploring ways to reduce labor, improve yield, or achieve faster returns on investment, visit Booth C-35 in Hall 2.1 and see how peeling and coring automation can fit into your operation.
