a common or cool storage -the problem of keeping low. even temperatures with an 

 atmosphere having sufficient but not too much moisture resolves itself into having 

 properly constructed walls and an efficient system of ventilation. 



PART 1. FRUIT STORAGE. 



In this publication it is the aim to bring together desirable points taken from 

 many designs investigated, and summarize these in plans that make a complete 

 and modern cool-storage and packing house based upon principles thoroughly tested. 



A FRUIT PACKING-HOUSE AND STORAGE. 



Location. In selecting a site, remember exposure, light, drainage, and con- 

 venience. With a basement storage better ventilation is had by having building at 



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right angles to the prevailing winds. If storage is above ground, building should 

 run north and south, so exposure to autumnal sun will be avoided, as this has a 

 great effect on the temperature within the storage. The one other consideration is 

 light. Other things being taken care of, the building should be placed to give 

 abundance of light to packing-benches. 



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