Safer, simpler ethylene application since 1973.
Catalytic Generators designs commercial ethylene systems for fruit ripening, citrus degreening, and tobacco curing, serving growers, distributors, and produce operations worldwide.
Invented, introduced, and patented in 1973.
On-site ethylene generation instead of storing large quantities of compressed ethylene.
Used by fresh produce companies and grocery distribution centers around the world. See who trusts us here.
Headquarters and production facility in Norfolk, Virginia.
Worldwide sales supported by an extensive distributor network.
Built on Experience. Powered by People.
Our team members stay with us for an average of over 20 years, and our leadership team brings more than 30 years of fresh produce industry experience. That continuity means our customers work with knowledgeable professionals who understand ripening operations, produce quality, and the challenges faced throughout the supply chain.
Five decades of generator design, refined for commercial ripening.
1973
Introduced in 1973, our first patented generator gave produce operators a safer, more practical way to apply ethylene on site for commercial ripening.
The original catalytic generator
1974
As adoption grew, the design evolved into a more operator-friendly unit with front-panel controls and clearer day-to-day operation.
Built for everyday ripening rooms
1981
In 1981, the generator had advanced into a more durable stainless-steel model built for commercial produce facilities.
A stronger stainless-steel design
1996
In 1996, the Easy-Ripe® design took on a more colorful identity that reflected the visible color change ripening operators look for during the process.
A more colorful Easy-Ripe identity
2015
Today’s Easy-Ripe reflects decades of development, combining proven catalytic technology with a cleaner, more efficient design for modern ripening operations.
The current Easy-Ripe system
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