Misting & Fogging
conveniently versatile
When you invest in Prodew misting systems, you can feel confident that your perishables will not only look more appealing to the customers, but will also retain their nutrition and stay fresh longer.
We manufacture custom systems for all applications and case styles.
We Are the Experts in Misting
The retail misting and humidification industry has evolved significantly over the past three decades, and Prodew has been at the forefront of that evolution.
With over 30 years of experience in the design, engineering, manufacturing, and sales of retail preservation and humidification systems, our team understands the science and operational demands behind keeping perishables fresh.
Our unsurpassed product knowledge, engineering precision, and commitment to continuous innovation allow Prodew to deliver advanced, high-performance systems that maximize freshness, reduce shrink, and improve operational efficiency, all while remaining the most competitively priced systems on the market.
More than Just Water
The Science of Retail Hydration
Proper misting and humidification are essential for effective retail produce preservation. Product appearance directly influences purchasing behavior, and the perception of freshness drives spontaneous buying in the produce department.
Because most fresh produce consists of approximately 90% water, maintaining optimal hydration levels is critical. A properly engineered produce misting system helps fruits and vegetables retain moisture, preserve texture, and maintain visual appeal.
Misting and humidification are essential to keeping your perishable goods fresh and crisp. Attractive produce is vital to customers' purchasing decisions.
Because most produce is composed of at least 90% water, produce misting systems will keep fruits and vegetables hydrated. Studies have shown that chlorophyll, the color retention pigment in green produce, is significantly greater in misted vegetables.
But produce misting is not just a cosmetic procedure. Besides looking fresher and healthier, misted produce retains more Vitamin C than non-misted produce. Peroxidase enzyme activity - an enzyme that is responsible for quality deterioration - significantly decreases with misting.
Produce misting will also reduce your overhead expenses by decreasing labor costs - your staff won't need to hand-water, and they won't need to relocate produce to storage rooms at night!
Research has demonstrated that:
- Chlorophyll retention is significantly higher in properly misted green vegetables.
- Vitamin C levels are better preserved when dehydration is minimized.
- Peroxidase enzyme activity, a key contributor to product deterioration, decreases when adequate humidity is maintained.
In short, proper hydration supports both visual quality and nutritional integrity.
Operational Efficiency & Cost Reduction
Retail misting is not simply about appearance. It directly impacts operational costs.
Commercial misting and humidification systems:
- Eliminate the need for hand spraying
- Eliminate the need for overnight product relocation
- Extend shelf life
- Reduce shrink from dehydration
