In the early 1920s, England imported large quantities of produce from other parts of the world. Importers were looking for a way to transport apples so they would arrive in better condition. Drs. Franklin Kidd and Cyril West attempted to modify the atmosphere surrounding the fruit as a replacement for refrigeration. Although modified atmosphere did not replace refrigeration, this experiment led to research on the effect of modified atmospheres on stored commodities. The work of Kidd and West is directly responsible for the development and application of modified and controlled atmosphere (CA) to extend the marketing season of apples. Storage Control Systems, Ltd. is proud to carry on the legacy of CA in England. The past 90 years have brought many advances in controlled atmosphere technologies, allowing a multitude of commodities to be stored for longer periods of time, in turn extending marketing periods for both growers and shippers. In the UK, as well as the USA, SCS looks to bring more innovation to the fruit and vegetable industries in the next 90 years impacting the world of postharvest. Our UK and USA companies are rooted in history, each with origins stemming from supplying some of the first CA technologies to local growers. Using these decades of experience and expertise creating solutions to suit growers’ needs, we design and manufacture instruments and systems at our own facilities to suit the tough and growing demands of the fresh produce industry. With this global presence and worldwide reputation, our products are exported to all continents either direct or via our distributors. Thank you for your interest, and we look forward to serving you.

"Storage Control Systems, Inc - Ensuring Every Season is Apple Season."