Solar Tunnel Dryer (Our Advanced) | Industrial-scale drying in sunny regions (grains, herbs, tea) | - Solar-powered operation: 80% energy efficiency▲▲ (Industry: 50%; Base: 65%▲) (ISO 50001) - Modular capacity: 500kg/h▲ (Base: 300kg/h) (ASTM D523) | - Reduces energy costs by 80%▲▲ vs electric dryers (2023 benchmarks) - Scalable for variable production needs | - Requires ample sunlight (backup power needed in low-light conditions) - Larger footprint than compact models |
Cabinet Dryer (Industry Standard) | Small-scale labs/boutique facilities (delicate items) | - Electric heating: ±1°C accuracy (IEC 60068) - Compact 0.5m³ footprint | - Easy operation with precise temperature control - Space-efficient for small batches | - 20% higher energy costs than solar options (ETL 1995) - Max capacity: 50kg/batch |
Tray Dryer (Industry Standard) | Delicate food items (e.g., fruits, spices) | - Adjustable racks for even airflow (ASTM D523) - Manual batch processing | - Cost-effective for small-scale drying - Gentle on fragile produce | - Labor-intensive (manual tray rotation required) - 8–12hr drying time vs 4–6hr for automation |
Spray Dryer (Industry Standard) | Liquid-to-powder conversion (pharma/food) | - 2000kg/h capacity▲ (ISO 13320) - Uniform 10–100μm particle size | - Rapid drying (minutes vs hours) - Consistent product quality | - $50k+ upfront cost▲ - Requires skilled technicians for operation |
Freeze Dryer (Industry Standard) | Premium nutrient preservation (fruits, meats) | - Sublimation at -40°C▲ (ASTM E1264) - Retains 95% nutrients (USDA) | - Best for flavor/nutrient retention▲ - 2–3yr shelf life | - $0.50–$1.00/kg operation▲ - Complex maintenance requirements |
Drum Dryer (Industry Standard) | Mass production (agro-industrial) | - 1000kg/h+ capacity▲ (ASTM D523) - Indirect heat via rotating drum (ISO 2553) | - High throughput for bulk processing▲ - Low labor needs | - 2× industry-average energy use▲ - Daily drum cleaning required |