1. The Importance of Pepper Drying
Pepper (commonly known as Sichuan pepper or “Ma Jiao”) is a cornerstone of regional cuisines, particularly in Sichuan and Guizhou provinces. Its unique numbing flavor and vibrant color depend heavily on proper post-harvest processing. Traditional drying methods—such as open-air sun drying or coal-fired dehydration—often lead to inconsistent quality, color fading, or over-drying due to poor temperature control. Modern heat pump drying technology addresses these challenges, ensuring uniform moisture removal, optimal flavor retention, and vibrant coloration.
2. Why Choose MeiYa Air Source Heat Pump Dryer?
MeiYa’s advanced heat pump technology revolutionizes pepper drying with:
- Energy Efficiency: 60–70% lower energy consumption compared to conventional methods.
- Precision Temperature Control: Maintains stable drying conditions (±1°C accuracy) to prevent overheating or under-drying.
- Automated Operation: Minimal manual intervention required, reducing labor costs and human error.
- Eco-Friendly Design: Zero emissions, aligning with global sustainability standards.
3. MeiYa’s 2-Phase Pepper Drying Process
Phase 1: Heating & Dehumidification
- Temperature: Gradual heating to 50–53°C using 60–70°C hot air (prevents thermal shock).
- Duration: 5 hours.
- Result: Reduces moisture content from 75% to 50%, initiating enzymatic activity for flavor enhancement.
- MeiYa Advantage: Intelligent humidity sensors trigger automatic exhaust to maintain ideal conditions.
Phase 2: Piling & Sweating
- Process: After initial drying, peppers are briefly piled to allow natural oil redistribution. This “sweating” phase ensures uniform color (reddish-brown gloss) and prevents wrinkling.
- Final Drying: Gentle 40–60°C hot air reduces moisture to 12% (industry-standard for shelf stability).
- MeiYa Advantage: Multi-zone airflow design eliminates hotspots, ensuring batch consistency.
4. Traditional vs. MeiYa Heat Pump Drying
| Factor | Traditional Methods | MeiYa Heat Pump Dryer |
|---|---|---|
| Temperature Control | Unstable, weather-dependent | Precise, automated adjustments |
| Energy Use | High (coal/gas) | Ultra-low (ambient heat recovery) |
| Color & Flavor | Risk of oxidation or fading | Vibrant, oil-rich surface retained |
| Labor | Intensive monitoring required | Fully programmable cycles |
5. Conclusion
MeiYa’s heat pump dryer is engineered to preserve the authenticity and commercial value of Sichuan pepper. By combining scientific drying phases with intelligent automation, we ensure superior quality, reduced operating costs, and compliance with food safety standards.
Contact MeiYa Today to Elevate Your Pepper Processing:
📧 Email: [email protected]
📞 Contact: Ray Ren
📱 WhatsApp/WeChat/Mobile: +86 133 4676 7871
MeiYa Drying Technology – Innovating Quality, Empowering Growth.
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
| Model | Description | Drying Capacity (Per Batch) | Drying Room Size (mm) | Trolleys Number | Trays Number |
| MY-01RD-16L | All-in-one Machine | Up to 100Kg | All-in-one | 16 | |
| MY-01RD-36L | All-in-one Machine | Up to 250Kg | All-in-one | 36 | |
| MY-03RD-60L | All-in-one Machine | Up to 400Kg | All-in-one | 60 | |
| MY-03RD | 1 Unit + 1 Drying Room | Up to 700Kg | 3200*2190*2200 | 8 | 128 |
| MY-06RD | 1 Unit + 1 Drying Room | Up to 1300Kg | 6150*2190*2200 | 14 | 224 |
| MY-12RD | 1 Unit + 1 Drying Room | Up to 2000Kg | 6350*3230*2200 | 20 | 320 |
| MY-15RD | 1 Unit + 1 Drying Room | Up to 2200Kg | 6350*3230*2200 | 20 | 320 |
| MY-03RD (Double) | 2 Units + 1 Drying Room | Up to 1700Kg | 7050*2190*2200 | 16 | 256 |
| MY-06RD (Double) | 2 Units + 1 Drying Room | Up to 2500Kg | 10100*2190*2200 | 24 | 384 |
| MY-12RD (Double) | 2 Units + 1 Drying Room | Up to 4400Kg | 11860*3230*2200 | 40 | 640 |
| MY-15RD (Double) | 2 Units + 1 Drying Room | Up to 5200Kg | 11860*3230*2200 | 40 | 640 |
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
