Cashew Dryer

Use Of Product / Advantages

Uniform Drying: Cashew dryers provide a controlled environment, ensuring uniform drying of cashew nuts. This results in consistent quality and prevents uneven drying that may occur with traditional drying methods.

Reduced Drying Time: Using a cashew dryer can significantly reduce the drying time compared to natural drying methods. This efficiency is crucial for maintaining the quality of cashews and for optimizing production throughput.

Enhanced Flavor and Aroma: The controlled drying process helps retain the natural flavor and aroma of cashews, providing a high-quality product that is preferred by consumers.

Cost-Effective Operation: While the initial investment in a cashew dryer may be significant, the operational efficiency and faster drying times can result in cost savings over time. Reduced labor costs and increased production efficiency contribute to cost-effectiveness.

Flexibility in Drying Conditions: Cashew dryers often allow for the adjustment of drying conditions such as temperature and humidity, providing flexibility to accommodate different processing requirements.

Improved Appearance: Cashew dryers contribute to a more appealing appearance of the nuts by preventing discoloration and maintaining a uniform color throughout the batch.

Increased Production Efficiency: Cashew dryers facilitate batch processing, allowing for efficient drying of multiple batches. This contributes to increased production efficiency and higher overall output.

Applications

Food Processing Industry: Dried cashews are a popular snack and are widely used in the production of roasted and flavored cashew snacks.

Bakery Products: Cashews are incorporated into various bakery products such as cookies, cakes, and pastries. Confectionery: Dried cashews are used in the production of chocolates, pralines, and other confectionery items.

International Cuisine: Cashews are a versatile ingredient in various cuisines, including Asian, Middle Eastern, and Indian dishes. They are used in curries, stir-fries, and traditional sweets.

Export and Trade: Dried cashews are a significant commodity in international trade, with various countries exporting and importing them for processing and consumption.

Features

Drying Chamber: The drying chamber is the main space where the cashews are placed for drying. It is typically designed to provide a controlled environment with regulated temperature, humidity, and airflow.

Trays: Trays are used to hold the cashew nuts within the drying chamber. They are arranged to allow for proper airflow around the nuts, ensuring uniform drying.

Heating System: The heating system is responsible for generating the warm air needed for the drying process. It can use different heat sources, such as electric heaters, gas burners, or other methods depending on the specific design.

Air Circulation System: A fan system circulates air within the drying chamber. This is essential for promoting even drying by ensuring that the warm, dry air reaches all surfaces of the cashew nuts.

Exhaust System: An exhaust system helps to remove moisture or water vapor generated during the drying process. This is crucial for maintaining the desired conditions within the drying chamber.

Control Panel: A control panel houses instruments and controls for monitoring and adjusting drying parameters. These may include temperature controllers, timers, and settings to regulate the drying process.

Capacity: The capacity of a cashew dryer is usually specified in terms of the amount of raw cashew nuts it can process in a given time, such as kilograms per batch or per hour.

Drying Chamber Size: The dimensions of the drying chamber, including height, width, and depth, are specified to indicate the available space for arranging trays or racks of cashew nuts.


Technical Specifications

Loading capacity10-12 Trays20-24 Trays25 Trays48-50 Trays96-100 Trays192-200 Trays
No of DoorsOneOneOneOneTwoTwo
No of BlowersTwoTwoTwoTwoTwoFour
No of motors /
H.P.3 Phase 415
Volts .
2/ 0.5 H.P.single phase 240 volt
1400 rpm
2 / 0.5 H.P.single
phase 240 volts 240 rpm
2 / 0.5 H.P.single
phase 240 volts 240 rpm
2/1 H.P.Three phase
415 volts 1400 rpm
2/1 H.P.Three phase
415 volts 1400 rpm
2 / 2 H.P.eachThree
phase 415 volts 1400 rpm
Electrical Heating
Load for 100 ° C /
200 ° C / 300 ° C
3kw6kw8kw12kw24kw36kw
Insulation in
mm100 ° C / 200 ° C
/ 300 ° C
505050757575
No of TrolleysRack SystemRack SystemRack SystemOneTwoFour
Tray Size32x16x1.5 Inch32x16x1.5 Inch32x16x1.5 Inch32x16x1.5 Inch32x16x1.5 Inch32x16x1.5 Inch
Trolley DimensionFixed RacksFixed RacksFixed RacksMovable TrolleyMovable TrolleyMovable Trolley