The 4A delivers an unbeatable combination of 100 ton per hour capacity, outstanding sorting performance across a range of defects & foreign material, and the ability to Optimize Operations and Yield on your line

Date of market introduction in Belgium (if still in development: expected date of launch)
November 5th

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The 4A delivers an unbeatable combination of 100 ton per hour capacity, outstanding sorting performance across a range of defects & foreign material, and the ability to Optimize Operations and Yield on your line – this combination represents innovation for TOMRA and the industry.Additionally, the 4A features LUCAi deep learning. This is a deep learning AI model which enables the machine to come pre-trained on hundreds of defects and foreign materials – saving operators time and reducing labor cosAnother innovative aspect of the solution which is new is the three-way sorting. Simultaneously

Added value for the user (in commercial terms, user-friendliness ...)
The TOMRA 4A delivers a lot of added value. From a commercial perspective, it helps businesses maximize their yield. From a usuability perspective, the XCD user interface is easy to use and helps operators save time.

Added value for the further sustainability and professionalization of the potato sector.
The 4A will elevate professionalism of the potato sector by delivering automation through LUCAi deep learning. LUCAi deep learning will deliver consistent performance around quality. The 4A will also help sustainability with three-way sorting. This will help reduce food wastage by ensuring that out-of-spec potatoes don't go in the trash, but can be used in some other useful application