Single pass dryer for fresh produce
Optimize your fresh produce processing with a continuous drying solution that enhances energy efficiency while preserving the quality of fruits and vegetables. Ideal for ensuring consistent moisture levels before packaging.
Dries and Conveys Fresh Produce Efficiently
The Single Pass Dryer from JBT FoodTech is designed to optimize the drying and conveying processes for fresh produce, including fruits, vegetables, and nuts. This smart system dryer offers variable heat output from 25,000 to 800,000 BTU/HR, allowing for precise control to meet specific product requirements. Applications span a range of products such as apple slices, salad mix, diced carrots, and nuts, ensuring high-quality moisture removal for enhanced shelf life and product integrity.
Designed for seamless integration into food, fruit, and nut processing lines, this equipment operates continuously, improving throughput with a conveyor speed of 15 feet per minute. The main blower operates at 27,000 CFM, powered by a total horsepower of 35 h.p., ensuring efficient airflow and optimal drying conditions.
With a focus on energy efficiency, the JBT Smart Dryer System reduces operational costs and environmental impact. Built with robust materials, it ensures durability and long-lasting performance in demanding industrial environments. The system also offers easy operation and maintenance, with minimal downtime, allowing for consistent production flows.
Moreover, the Single Pass Dryer complies with industry standards for food safety, providing your processing line with reliable equipment that meets rigorous quality criteria. Customizable configurations and engineering support are available to tailor the dryer precisely to your production needs, ensuring optimized performance and integration.
Benefits
- Enhances product quality with precise moisture control for extended shelf life.
- Increases production capacity with continuous operation and high throughput.
- Minimizes energy costs with smart heat output control and efficient blower systems.
- Simplifies integration with existing lines through customizable configurations.
- Ensures food safety compliance, aligning with industry standards.
- Applications
- Nuts,Vegetables,Fresh produce,Fruits
- End products
- Apple slices,Spinach leaves,Peanuts,Diced carrots,Trail mix ingredients,Raisins,Salad mix,Almonds
- Steps before
- Washing,Sorting,Peeling,Corer,Decorer,Cutting
- Steps after
- Packaging,Filling,Weighing,Labeling
- Input ingredients
- fresh fruits,vegetables
- Output ingredients
- dried fresh fruits,dried vegetables
- Market info
- JBT is known for manufacturing industrial ETO equipment, specializing in food processing and airport ground support systems. They are reputed for innovative solutions and reliable service in industries requiring sophisticated automated systems and machinery.
- Overall Length
- 35 feet
- Overall Width
- 8 feet
- Overall Height
- 8 feet,4 inches (without legs)
- Conveyor Speed
- 15 feet per minute
- Heat Output Variable
- 25,000 BTU/HR to 800,000 BTU/HR
- Main Blower
- 27,000 CFM
- Exhaust Blower
- 4,500 CFM
- Horsepower Required
- 35 h.p. (26.25 kW) total
- Fan Horsepower
- 30 h.p. (22.5 kW)
- Energy efficiency
- Variable heat output 25,000 to 800,000 BTU/HR
- Automation level
- Incorporates JBT Smart Dryer System for maximum efficiency
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Continuous
- Cleaning method
- CIP / Manual
- Conveyor speed
- 15 feet per minute
- Abrasion resistance
- High
- Biological compatibility
- Yes
- Cleanability
- Easy to clean
- Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
- High
- Density/particle size
- 50–1000 µm
- Overall Length
- 35 feet
- Overall Width
- 8 feet
- Overall Height
- 8 feet,4 inches (without legs)
- Conveyor Speed
- 15 feet per minute
- Main Blower
- 27,000 CFM
- Exhaust Blower
- 4,500 CFM
- Conveyor Speed
- Variable – 15 feet per minute
- Heat Output
- Variable – 25,000 BTU/HR to 800,000 BTU/HR