Air and suction dryers for fresh salads and vegetables

Ensure longer shelf life and optimal quality for your fresh produce with advanced drying solutions that minimize energy use while maintaining hygiene, versatility, and efficiency in frequent product transitions.

Reduces Moisture in Fresh Produce and Foods

The FTNON Air and Suction Dryers, part of JBT FoodTech’s innovative lineup, are designed to meet the challenges of maintaining moisture control in fresh produce processing. These dryers utilize adjustable suction drying technology to effectively reduce humidity, thus extending the shelf life of various end-products such as mixed salad bags, pre-packaged spinach, parsley bunches, and baby food purees. Capable of handling a variety of applications including vegetables, oils, and seasonings, these units fit seamlessly into pre-processing and processing lines as a standalone solution or as a pre-drying step.

Integrating efficiently into your production line, the FTNON dryers offer minimal energy consumption by reusing wasted energy, aligning with eco-friendly production goals. The hygienic design and stainless steel construction support easy cleaning protocols, facilitating frequent product changes while maintaining sanitation standards. With its adjustable suction force, this equipment offers customization to suit specific production requirements, accommodating various product types such as solid foods in ready meals and dressings. Its compliance with industry regulations ensures it fits the needs of fresh cut producers and food processing companies dedicated to enhancing their operational efficiencies.

Benefits

  • Maintains product quality and extends shelf life through efficient moisture reduction.
  • Increases flexibility with quick and easy cleaning for frequent product changeovers.
  • Cuts energy costs by optimizing the reuse of wasted energy in production.
  • Allows precise control over drying conditions with adjustable suction force.
  • Enhances hygiene and sanitation with stainless steel construction and design.

General


Applications
Ready meals,Soups,Sauces,Salads,Fresh produce,Oils,Herbs,Dressings,Vegetables,Seasonings,Baby food
End products
Baby food purees,Spice blends,Packaged vegetable soups,Pre-packaged spinach,Microwaveable vegetable medleys,Bottled olive oil,Jarred tomato sauce,Parsley bunches,Vinaigrette dressings,Mixed salad bags
Steps before
Washing,Cutting,Blanching,Pre-drying
Steps after
Spin Drying,Packaging,Labeling,Storage
Input ingredients
fresh salads,vegetables,herbs
Output ingredients
dried salads,dried vegetables,dried herbs
Market info
JBT is known for manufacturing innovative industrial machinery and solutions, particularly in the food processing and air transportation sectors, renowned for their advanced technology, reliability, and customer-focused engineered-to-order solutions tailored to specific industry needs.

Technical Specifications


Automation
Manual / PLC-controlled
Material
Stainless steel
Cleaning Method
Quick and easy to clean
Suction Force Adjustability
Adjustable
Energy Consumption
Minimal

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Air,suction drying
Integrated steps
Standalone or pre-drying
Cleaning method
Quick and easy to clean
Energy efficiency
Minimal energy consumption
Humidity control
Adjustable suction force
Material Compatibility
Stainless steel,hygienic design
Automation level
Manual adjustable suction

Material Compatibility


Cleanability
Quick and easy to clean
Corrosive resistance
Stainless steel
Biological compatibility
Fresh salads,vegetables,herbs

Physical Characteristics


Suction force adjustability
Adjustable
Material
Stainless steel
Design
Hygienic design
Operation
Standalone / Pre-drying step

Custom Options


Control Panel Type
Manual / PLC / HMI
Integration Possibilities
Standalone / Pre-drying step / Spin drying
Adjustable Suction Force
Yes
Material
Stainless Steel
Hygienic Design
Yes