Milbor PMC Launched MXM BN.2 Blueberry Sorter
The optical sorter improves processing efficiency by scanning fruit from above and below using dual 2K cameras.
Updated on Oct. 12, 2026 in Robotics
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Milbor PMC unveiled the MXM BN.2 optical blueberry sorter at the 2026 Fruit Attraction trade show. The machine utilizes a dual-camera imaging system to sort blueberries by size, color, and softness while minimizing mechanical damage.
Why it matters
The system addresses industry concerns regarding throughput speed and product degradation during sorting. By automating detection with adaptive software, the machine provides a more consistent quality control process for berry packers.
The MXM BN.2 handles up to 3 tonnes of fruit per hour while occupying a 3 square meter footprint. The system features a cleaning cycle time of 20 minutes to maintain throughput efficiency.
The players
Milbor PMC
An equipment manufacturer specializing in automated sorting and processing systems for the fresh fruit and vegetable industry.
The details
The machine uses two 2K cameras to perform simultaneous top and bottom scanning of each blueberry as it moves along a flexible belt. This belt architecture prevents the fruit from rotating, ensuring a stable view for the sensors. Adaptive Soft Detection technology analyzes batches in real time, allowing the system to automatically adjust its rejection thresholds for softness and color defects.
Timeline
The MXM BN.2 sorter was presented at the 2026 Fruit Attraction trade show.
The Tech Race
This development follows a trend of increasing automation in post-harvest fruit processing aimed at optimizing yield in compact facility layouts. It competes against legacy optical sorters that historically required larger footprints and more manual calibration to handle fragile produce.
Packers can expect to integrate this sorter into existing lines to reduce labor hours associated with manual inspection. The included remote diagnostic system allows operators to perform troubleshooting without immediate on-site technical support.
The takeaway
The MXM BN.2 highlights how specific sensor calibration—like dual-angle 2K imaging—can solve industry-specific problems in fruit damage and throughput. Operators should evaluate their current soft-defect rejection rates against the manufacturer's performance claims for this model.
Further reading
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More information
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Freshplaza.
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