Introduction: The Importance of Controlled Grape Drying
Grape drying is a delicate process that directly impacts the fruit’s final quality, including texture, sweetness, and color. Traditional sun-drying methods are time-consuming, labor-intensive, and highly dependent on weather conditions, often resulting in uneven drying and compromised product consistency. Modern processing demands precision to preserve the grape’s natural dietary fiber, sugar content, and vibrant appearance. MeiYa Air Source Heat Pump Dryers offer a technologically advanced solution, ensuring optimal temperature control, energy efficiency, and uniform drying for premium-quality dried grapes.
MeiYa’s Advantages: Revolutionizing Grape Drying
Unlike traditional methods, MeiYa’s heat pump technology provides:
- Precise Temperature Control: Maintains the ideal 60°C range to activate enzymatic reactions that convert polysaccharides into sweet-tasting monosaccharides.
- Energy Efficiency: Reduces energy consumption by up to 70% compared to conventional dryers.
- Automated Operation: Minimizes manual intervention with smart humidity and temperature adjustments.
- Uniform Drying: Ensures consistent color, texture, and sugar retention across batches.
Step-by-Step Drying Process with MeiYa Dryers
1. Preheating Stage
To prevent thermal shock, grapes are gradually heated from ambient temperature to 35°C and held for 6–10 hours. This prepares the fruit for moisture release by gently opening cell pores. At 45°C (after 7–8 hours), the grapes develop a slight wrinkle upon pressure, signaling readiness for the next phase.
2. Rapid Evaporation Phase
Temperature is increased to 65°C within 8–12 hours to accelerate free water evaporation. MeiYa’s intelligent dehumidification system maintains stable conditions, preventing overdrying or surface hardening. Continuous monitoring ensures moisture is evenly removed, resulting in plump, wrinkle-free surfaces.
3. Final Drying & Sugar Stabilization
The temperature is reduced to 50°C for the final 6 hours. This slow drying phase balances internal moisture and completes sugar conversion. MeiYa’s humidity sensors (target: <60%) automatically adjust airflow to preserve natural sweetness and prevent fermentation.
4. Cooling & Storage
Post-drying, grapes are rapidly cooled to room temperature using MeiYa’s integrated cooling system. This critical step prevents sugar recrystallization and microbial growth, ensuring long-term storage stability.
Conclusion: Elevate Quality with MeiYa
MeiYa Air Source Heat Pump Dryers redefine grape drying by combining scientific precision with operational efficiency. Our technology guarantees superior product quality, reduced energy costs, and scalable production—ideal for commercial growers aiming to deliver premium dried grapes.
Contact Us for Your Customized Drying Solution
Email: [email protected]
Contact: Ray Ren
WhatsApp/WeChat/Mobile: +86 133 4676 7871
MeiYa Heat Pump Dryer Machine
- No MOQ & Customization Unlimited
- Drying + Dehumidify + Cooling
- PLC + Touch Screen Control
- 7-10 Days Delivery Time
Parameter:
| Single dryer+drying chamber | ||||
| Model | Unit | MY-03RD | MY-06RD | MY-12RD |
| Power input | KW | 5.5 | 9.5 | 19.4 |
| power supply | V/PH/HZ | 380V/3PH,50/60HZ | 380V/3PH,50/60HZ | |
| 220V/1PH,50/60HZ | ||||
| Rated current | A | 9.6A(380V),22A(220V) | 17.0 | 30.0 |
| Heating capacity | KW | 10.5 | 21.0 | 42.0 |
| Cooling capacity | KW | 7.8 | 18.0 | 32.0 |
| Dehumidity | L/H | 12.0 | 25.0 | 50.0 |
| Max temperature | ℃ | ≤75 | ≤75 | ≤75 |
| Working condition | ℃ | 0-43 | 0-43 | 0-43 |
| Electric shock protection grade | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Max exhause pressure | M(P)a | 30 | 30 | 30 |
| Noise | d(B(A | 75 | 75 | 75 |
| Power consumption/H | KWH | 4.8 | 8.5 | 15.0 |
| Electric heater | KW | 3.0 | 6.0 | 12.0 |
| Blowing type | / | HORIZONTAL BLOWING TYPE | ||
| Demsnssion of dryer | MM | 1650*856*1280 | 1806*1065*1280 | 2089*1260*1580 |
| Weight | KG | 180 | 285 | 480 |
Buying Guiding:
Recommend drying machine+Drying chamber sizes
| ITEM | DESCRIPTION | PRODUCT CAPACITY | DRYING CHAMBER SIZE |
| 1 | One unit MY-03RD+Drying chamer | (300-600)kg/batch | 3200*2190*2200 (mm) |
| 2 | One unit MY-06RD+Drying chamer | (600-1000)kg/batch | 6150*2190*2200 (mm) |
| 3 | One unit MY-12RD+Drying chamer | (1300-2500)kg/batch | 6350*3230*2200 (mm) |
| 4 | Two unit MY-03RD+Drying chamer | (1200-2000)kg/batch | 7050*2190*2200 (mm) |
| 5 | Two unit MY-06RD+Drying chamer | (1500-2500)kg/batch | 10100*2190*2200 (mm) |
| 6 | Two unit MY-12RD+Drying chamer | (3500-5000)kg/batch | 11860*3230*2200 (mm) |
Our Projects:
Our Factory:
Production Processing:
Drying Machine Components:
Standard Working Modes:
- Typically 3 modes available:
- Drying Only
- Rapid temperature rise; unable to discharge moist air
- Drying + Dehumidify
- Chamber temperature rises while discharging moist air
- Cooling
- Temperature can drop to 10°C (minimum)
- Important Note:
- If temperature control becomes unstable, switch to Temperature & Humidity Mode.
- Drying Only
Ray. Ren | Sales Manager
GUANGZHOU MEIYA ELECTRIC EQUIPMENT TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
📍 Add: No.217, 2nd Ruiyun Road, Xiuquan Street, Huadu District, Guangzhou, Guangdong, China
📞 Tel/WhatsApp/WeChat: +86 133 4676 7871
✉️ Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: https://www.my-dryer.com
