Multi-Fruit Juicer (MFJ) Citrus Juicer, 2nd Generation (Brand Name JBT or Equal)

The USDA is seeking a Multi-Fruit Juicer (MFJ) Citrus Juicer, 2nd Generation, with a brand name of JBT or equal. The juicer must be able to process whole fruit, separating the peel, seeds, and membranes from the juice and pulp. It must also be able to handle a wide variety of fruit sizes and all citrus varieties. The juicer will be used at the USDA ARS SEA Subtropical Insects & Horticultural Research Laboratory in Fort Pierce, FL. Some key features required include: • Whole fruit extraction principle • Instantaneous separation of juice from peel, seed, and albedo components • Ability to process whole fruit of multiple sizes without changing equipment or parts • Adjustable pulp content • Multiple speeds of throughput • Hopper capacity of 80lbs • Removable reservoir • Single fruit feed hopper • Preventative maintenance for three years • Vendor-supported installation and training