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Medium Food Freeze Dryer – QualiFFD™ 6
The Medium Food Freeze Dryer – QualiFFD™ 6 is built for pilot batches and mid-scale production, offering consistent and reliable freeze-drying performance with straightforward operation. This system fits well in growing food brands, test kitchens, and R&D environments that require stable results without stepping up to large floor-standing units. It helps maintain product taste and structure while reducing storage volume and shipping weight.
The QualiFFD™ 6 operates through controlled freezing followed by vacuum sublimation, removing moisture at low temperatures to protect heat-sensitive food products. Its integrated chamber and cold trap design shortens the vapor path, supporting efficient moisture capture and stable drying conditions. A built-in safety lock helps prevent unintended changes to process settings during operation. The system is designed for smooth, repeatable cycles, making it a practical choice for medium-scale food freeze-drying applications.
Applications
Emergency and long-storage foods:
Freeze-dried foods are commonly produced for extended storage, as moisture removal helps slow key spoilage factors. This supports preparedness programs and shelf-stable reserve food supplies for medium-scale organizations. The lightweight, dried format also improves storage efficiency and packability.
Outdoor meals and lightweight rations:
Freeze drying significantly reduces product weight while allowing quick rehydration, making it ideal for outdoor meals and travel-ready food options. This series supports medium-batch production for new product launches and flavor variations, as well as pilot runs for brands planning future scale-up.
Fruits, vegetables, and premium snacks:
Many snack products rely on structure retention and a consistent crunch after drying. Low-temperature processing helps maintain color and aroma more effectively than typical hot-air drying methods. Medium-batch capacity supports product development, packaging tests, and shelf-life studies.
Pet food and treats:
Freeze-dried pet treats are widely used for high-protein, shelf-stable products. Medium-scale producers can run consistent batches while testing different protein sources and portion sizes. This system also supports R&D sampling before transitioning to higher-capacity production.
Standards
- ISO 22000: Food safety management system for hazard control and documented process oversight.
- ISO 14159: Hygiene and design requirements for machinery in environments where sanitary practices are critical.
- IEC 61010-1: General safety standards for electrical equipment used in laboratory and process control settings.
- ASTM E3250: Recommended practices for freeze dryer instrumentation, emphasizing accurate temperature and pressure measurement.
Medium Food Freeze Dryer – QualiFFD™ 6 Key Features
- User-friendly operation: Streamlined workflow designed for consistent, routine freeze-drying cycles in medium-scale facilities.
- Integrated chamber and cold trap: Shortens the sublimation path to enhance moisture capture efficiency.
- Efficient drying performance: Optimized design accelerates vapor removal, supporting shorter overall drying cycles.
- Safety lock: Prevents unintentional changes to system status and process settings during operation.
- Comprehensive support: After-sales assistance includes phone and remote support, with on-site service available as needed.
- Scalable platform: Offers multiple capacity and tray-area options to accommodate medium-batch production needs.
Theory and Method
Freeze drying starts by freezing the product, converting water into ice. A vacuum is then applied, allowing ice to sublimate directly into vapor without passing through a liquid phase. The vapor is collected by the cold trap, helping maintain stable chamber pressure throughout the drying cycle. Precise control of temperature and vacuum ensures even drying while preserving product structure. This approach is ideal when maintaining rehydration quality and physical integrity is critical.
Medium Food Freeze Dryer – QualiFFD™ 6 Technical Specification
| Specification | QualiFFD™ 6 |
|---|---|
| Freeze-drying area | 0.6 |
| Cold trap temperature | ≤ -60 °C (no-load) |
| Ultimate vacuum | ≤ 5 Pa (no-load) |
| Chamber capacity (Liter) | 6 |
| Feed capacity | 6 kg |
| Voltage | AC 220 V, 50 Hz (110V is also available) |
| Overall power options | 2500 W |
Description
Medium Food Freeze Dryer – QualiFFD™ 6
The Medium Food Freeze Dryer – QualiFFD™ 6 is built for pilot batches and mid-scale production, offering consistent and reliable freeze-drying performance with straightforward operation. This system fits well in growing food brands, test kitchens, and R&D environments that require stable results without stepping up to large floor-standing units. It helps maintain product taste and structure while reducing storage volume and shipping weight.
The QualiFFD™ 6 operates through controlled freezing followed by vacuum sublimation, removing moisture at low temperatures to protect heat-sensitive food products. Its integrated chamber and cold trap design shortens the vapor path, supporting efficient moisture capture and stable drying conditions. A built-in safety lock helps prevent unintended changes to process settings during operation. The system is designed for smooth, repeatable cycles, making it a practical choice for medium-scale food freeze-drying applications.
Applications
Emergency and long-storage foods:
Freeze-dried foods are commonly produced for extended storage, as moisture removal helps slow key spoilage factors. This supports preparedness programs and shelf-stable reserve food supplies for medium-scale organizations. The lightweight, dried format also improves storage efficiency and packability.
Outdoor meals and lightweight rations:
Freeze drying significantly reduces product weight while allowing quick rehydration, making it ideal for outdoor meals and travel-ready food options. This series supports medium-batch production for new product launches and flavor variations, as well as pilot runs for brands planning future scale-up.
Fruits, vegetables, and premium snacks:
Many snack products rely on structure retention and a consistent crunch after drying. Low-temperature processing helps maintain color and aroma more effectively than typical hot-air drying methods. Medium-batch capacity supports product development, packaging tests, and shelf-life studies.
Pet food and treats:
Freeze-dried pet treats are widely used for high-protein, shelf-stable products. Medium-scale producers can run consistent batches while testing different protein sources and portion sizes. This system also supports R&D sampling before transitioning to higher-capacity production.
Standards
- ISO 22000: Food safety management system for hazard control and documented process oversight.
- ISO 14159: Hygiene and design requirements for machinery in environments where sanitary practices are critical.
- IEC 61010-1: General safety standards for electrical equipment used in laboratory and process control settings.
- ASTM E3250: Recommended practices for freeze dryer instrumentation, emphasizing accurate temperature and pressure measurement.
Medium Food Freeze Dryer – QualiFFD™ 6 Key Features
- User-friendly operation: Streamlined workflow designed for consistent, routine freeze-drying cycles in medium-scale facilities.
- Integrated chamber and cold trap: Shortens the sublimation path to enhance moisture capture efficiency.
- Efficient drying performance: Optimized design accelerates vapor removal, supporting shorter overall drying cycles.
- Safety lock: Prevents unintentional changes to system status and process settings during operation.
- Comprehensive support: After-sales assistance includes phone and remote support, with on-site service available as needed.
- Scalable platform: Offers multiple capacity and tray-area options to accommodate medium-batch production needs.
Theory and Method
Freeze drying starts by freezing the product, converting water into ice. A vacuum is then applied, allowing ice to sublimate directly into vapor without passing through a liquid phase. The vapor is collected by the cold trap, helping maintain stable chamber pressure throughout the drying cycle. Precise control of temperature and vacuum ensures even drying while preserving product structure. This approach is ideal when maintaining rehydration quality and physical integrity is critical.
Medium Food Freeze Dryer – QualiFFD™ 6 Technical Specification
| Specification | QualiFFD™ 6 |
|---|---|
| Freeze-drying area | 0.6 |
| Cold trap temperature | ≤ -60 °C (no-load) |
| Ultimate vacuum | ≤ 5 Pa (no-load) |
| Chamber capacity (Liter) | 6 |
| Feed capacity | 6 kg |
| Voltage | AC 220 V, 50 Hz (110V is also available) |
| Overall power options | 2500 W |
