Why 23 cherry packers upgraded to AI grading

The cherries you pack today define your reputation tomorrow. But can you fully count on your grading technology to meet ever-growing quality expectations?

For years, traditional vision grading was the standard. As cherry packers push for higher quality, greater efficiency, and fewer labor dependencies, AI-powered grading has become the new benchmark.

In just one year, 23 packers across the globe—operating 280 lanes of Ellips TrueSort— upgraded to True-AI to stay ahead of rising quality demands. The result?

✅ More consistent grading—batch after batch.
✅ Faster throughput with maximum efficiency.
✅ Lower labor costs and fewer dependencies.

Traditional vision grading has reached its limits. AI grading is the future. Are you keeping up?

The global shift to AI grading

When delivering premium cherries at scale, precision is everything. That’s why leading packhouses worldwide have upgraded to Ellips True-AI technology on Elifab grading machines and other grading systems:

🌎 North- and South America: Rivermaid, Gebbers Farm, Río King, Allegria Foods, Noble Fruit, Collipulli Red Soil

🌏 Australia: Koala Cherries, Lucaston Park Orchards, Ky-D Pak, Wandin Valley, Smith, Reid Fruit

🌍 Europe: Poulis, Youphoria Fruits, Telefrukt, Danubius, Verkuijlen, Guilliams

From small regional packers to global exporters, these companies aren’t just adapting—they’re leading the industry forward.

"Although our expectations were high, the line did even better than expected. The AI-powered 24-lane Elifab cherry grader is running well over 20 tons per hour without any manual sorters"

Patrick Archibeque | Rivermaid | USA

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Curious about AI-powered cherry graders?

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The hidden challenges in cherry grading

Cherries are one of the most challenging fruits to grade. Their delicate nature and rapid ripening process demand highly accurate grading technology.

Maintaining consistent quality is no small task. Customer expectations are higher than ever, and defects come in all shapes, sizes, and colors—sometimes nearly impossible to spot. Tiny flaws can turn into major issues after grading, while changing seasons bring new challenges.

AI grading changes the game.

By continuously learning and improving, AI grading eliminates guesswork and ensures every cherry meets the highest standard—every time.

Ellips True-AI is built on decades of research, thousands of grower insights, and the most advanced deep-learning models in the industry. 

Here’s why it’s a game-changer:

✅ Automatically detects the smallest defects (black rot, fresh cracks, soft spots, hidden stem cracks and more).

✅ Continuously improves with every scan—adapting to seasonal variations, cherry varieties, and batch conditions.

✅ Eliminates human subjectivity—ensuring every customer gets the same premium quality.

✅ Operates at high speed without compromising accuracy or efficiency.

✅ Reduces reliance on manual inspection—lowering labor costs and increasing throughput.

More accuracy. More efficiency. More profit.

"The AI cherry grader is highly advanced in detecting defects—even the smallest ones. We’ve reached a new level of precision in removing defects from the fruit, leading to significantly better quality in the finished box."

Marcela Aedo | Rio King | Chile

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How AI can reduce your labor needs

Labor shortages are stressful, driving up costs and increasing errors as you rush to meet deadlines.

AI-driven grading solves these challenges by fully automating the process, minimizing—or even eliminating—the need for human post-checking.

The secret of AI? It outperforms manual checks and traditional vision technology in every way.

✅ Unmatched accuracy – delivering near-perfect results.

✅ Faster and more efficient – increasing throughput without compromising quality.

✅ Greater consistency – ensuring reliable, high-quality grading every time.

"We no longer need to worry or spend resources extensively checking the fruit like we do on other lines. You can depend on AI—it practically runs itself when it comes to grading."

Hayden Gibson | Rivermaid | USA

Can we make your life easier?

Absolutely. True-AI simplifies grading by automating defect detection, reducing workload, and eliminating complex manual adjustments.

No delays. No guesswork. Just faster, more accurate grading with minimal input. Save time and simplify operations.

"Valuable time savings, easy detection of stems and improvements in the detection of challenging defects. True-AI has the potential to revolutionize the grading industry"

Matthew Griggs | Lucaston Park Orchards | Australia

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This is how AI improve your capacity

Tired of slowing down to catch every defect?

✅ AI-driven defect detection works at lightning speed, ensuring highly accurate grading without missing a beat.
✅ No slowdowns. No compromises. Just faster, smarter sorting that keeps your operation moving.
✅ More capacity means more opportunities—serve more customers, attract additional growers, and position your packhouse as an industry leader.

Upgrade any sorting machine - or invest in new machinery

And the best part? No need to replace your entire system. Ellips True-AI seamlessly retrofits to any grading machine—whether you’re upgrading an existing system or investing in new equipment. If you are looking for a complete new setup, Elifab grading machines offer a seamless fit with True-AI—providing the industry’s leading solution for cherry grading. Get higher accuracy, better consistency, and maximize your returns.

"As the fruit industry continues to navigate challenges such as labor shortages and increasing quality demands, investments in AI and automation will become increasingly crucial to stay competitive."

Patrick Archibeque | Rivermaid | USA

Is AI grading right for you? 

Every cherry business is unique, with its own challenges and goals. That’s why we tailor AI grading to your operation—maximizing quality, efficiency, and ROI.

🚀 Book a demo today and see how AI can transform your packhouse.

“The best packers aren’t waiting for the future—they’re grading with it”