Industrial freeze dryer for large scale food processing
Optimize moisture removal for high-quality food preservation and enhance production efficiency with advanced freeze-drying technology, essential for transforming perishable goods into shelf-stable products without sacrificing flavor or nutritional value.
Processes Large-Scale Freeze Drying Operations
The FD1200GPC Freeze Dryer from Cuddon Freeze Dry is engineered to meet the demands of large-scale industrial freeze-drying applications in food processing and commercial production. This machine offers a substantial 1,200 kg ice capacity and a 113.7 m² shelf area, making it suitable for processing a wide array of products like freeze-dried meat, fruit crisps, and powdered milk. Utilizing a dual-door design for efficient loading and unloading, it supports a seamless integration into batch operations, ensuring a robust production flow.
Operating under a precise temperature range from -35°C to 70°C, the FD1200GPC ensures optimal sublimation and moisture content reduction. Its food-grade anodised aluminium trays and 35mm shelf spacing enhance product quality and consistency. The system’s sophisticated heat recovery mechanism and peak power requirement of 150kW offer energy consumption rates as low as 1.5 kWh/kg, promoting sustainable practices.
Designed for robust industrial environments, the plant is mounted on a separate skid, simplifying installation and maintenance. The FD1200GPC supports a variety of end-products, catering to sectors like agriculture, manufacturing, and pet food production. With its versatility and efficiency, this freeze dryer is a vital asset for any facility looking to upscale their drying operations.
Benefits
- Increases production efficiency with a rapid sublimation rate, processing up to 1,200 kg of ice in just 18 hours.
- Reduces operational costs through a heat recovery system that optimizes energy usage, consuming only 1.5 kWh per kg.
- Enhances product quality via precise thermal control across a wide temperature range, ensuring consistent moisture reduction.
- Facilitates streamlined integration with batch processing systems, minimizing handling times with dual-door access.
- Ensures product safety and compliance with food-grade materials, catering to stringent industry standards.
- Applications
- Commercial freeze drying,Food processing,Large scale freeze drying
- End products
- Powdered milk,Herbal teas,Probiotic cultures,Freeze-dried meat,Pet food,Nutritional supplements,Instant meals,Vegetable chips,Fruit crisps,Instant coffee granules
- Steps before
- Food preparation,Product loading,Moisture content analysis
- Steps after
- Product unloading,Quality control inspection,Packaging
- Input ingredients
- wet product,high moisture content,fresh produce,raw materials
- Output ingredients
- dry product,freeze-dried food,preserved ingredients,dehydrated goods
- Market info
- Cuddon Freeze Dry is known for manufacturing high-quality freeze-drying equipment. The company specializes in engineered-to-order solutions, offering expertise in designing and building customized systems for diverse industrial applications.
- Ice Capacity
- 1200kg
- Shelf Area
- 113.7m²
- Shelf Number
- 19 shelves
- Shelf Temperature Range
- -35°C to 70°C
- Shelf Spacing
- 35mm
- Product Tray Material
- Food grade anodised aluminium
- Product Tray Size
- 1025mm x 495mm x 20mm
- Ice Condenser Capacity
- 1200kg
- Ice Condenser Temperature
- -40°C
- Performance Ice Test
- 1200kg ice sublimated in 18 hrs
- Average Yield of Dry Product per Cycle
- 240 kg based on 1200 kg wet product @ 80% moisture
- Potential Heat Energy Recovery
- 110 kW
- Peak Power Requirement
- 150kW,50 or 60 Hz
- Estimated Energy Consumption
- 1.5 kWh / kg
- Typical Operational Power Consumption
- 82 kW
- Dimensions (Chamber Footprint)
- 5.12m (L) x 2.80m (W) x 2.58m (H)
- Dimensions (Plant Skid Footprint)
- 5.22m (L) x 2.00m (W) x 2.35m (H)
- Weight
- 18,200 kg
- Operating temperature range
- -35°C to 70°C
- Cycle time
- 18 hours for 1200kg ice sublimation
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch
- Energy efficiency
- 1.5 kWh/kg moisture
- Automation level
- PLC/SCADA control
- Initial Moisture Content
- 80%
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Chamber Footprint
- 5.12m (L) x 2.80m (W) x 2.58m (H)
- Plant Skid Footprint
- 5.22m (L) x 2.00m (W) x 2.35m (H)
- Weight
- 18,200 kg
- Number of Product Trays
- 224 per cycle (2 sets supplied)
- Product Tray Size
- 1025mm x 495mm x 20mm
- Shelf Capacity
- 113.7m² on 19 shelves
- Shelf Spacing
- 35mm
- Number of Doors on Product Chamber
- 2 (one on each end)
- Cooling/Heating Medium
- Temper 55
- Control panel type
- PLC-based
- Integration possibilities
- Modular plant equipment
- Number of doors
- 2 (one on each end)
- Product tray material
- Food grade anodised aluminium
- Heating / cooling medium
- Temper 55