Optimizing Orange Peel Drying with MeiYa Heat Pump Dryer Technology​

​​Introduction: The Significance of Modernized Orange Peel Drying​​
Xinhui orange peel (Citri Reticulatae Pericarpium), a prized ingredient in traditional Chinese medicine and culinary arts, requires meticulous drying to preserve its bioactive compounds like volatile oils and hesperidin. Traditional sun-drying methods face challenges including weather dependency (30-50% production loss during rainy seasons), space constraints (12cm minimum layer spacing requirements), and contamination risks. MeiYa Heat Pump Dryer offers an innovative solution that maintains the golden standard of 13-15% final moisture content while ensuring compliance with modern eco-friendly production standards.

​​MeiYa’s Technological Edge​​
Our industrial-grade heat pump dryers revolutionize orange peel processing through:

1. Precision Climate Control: Maintains ±1°C temperature accuracy across all drying phases, crucial for preserving vitamin C content (>85% retention rate).
2. Energy Efficiency: 60% lower energy consumption compared to conventional fuel-based systems, achieving COP values up to 4.3.
3. Automated Humidity Management: Integrated smart sensors maintain optimal RH levels (85%→15% in progressive stages), eliminating manual tray rotation labor.
4. Hygienic Design: FDA-grade 304 stainless steel trays prevent microbial cross-contamination common in plastic alternatives.

​​Three-Phase Drying Protocol​​
Phase 1: Initial Conditioning (65°C, 1hr)

• Rapid heating without dehumidification achieves 85-90% RH
• Softens peel tissues for safe inversion (≤0.5% breakage rate)

Phase 2: Stabilized Dehydration (45°C, 14hr)

• Progressive moisture reduction to 60-70% RH
• Automated tray rotation every 120min ensures ±2% moisture uniformity

Phase 3: Final Curing (30°C, 1hr)

• Gentle drying to target 13-15% moisture content
• Optional ambient finishing reduces energy use by 18%

​​Quality Assurance Metrics​​

• Color Retention: Type IIa (>95% yellow-red hue preservation)
• Texture Standards: 25% mass yield from fresh peels, sponge-like mesocarp structure
• Contamination Control: <10 CFU/g microbial counts

​​Economic & Environmental Advantages​​

• 40% faster processing than hybrid sun-drying methods (9hr vs 24hr)
• Zero SOx/NOx emissions compliant with GB13271-2014 standards
• 98% production consistency vs 75% in traditional methods

​​Conclusion: The Future of Premium Peel Production​​
MeiYa’s heat pump technology redefines orange peel processing through science-driven temperature ramping and intelligent moisture extraction. By maintaining critical bioactive components while achieving industrial-scale efficiency, our systems enable producers to meet growing global demand (CAGR 8.7% 2023-2030) without compromising traditional quality standards.

​​Contact Our Drying Specialists​​
Email: [email protected]
Contact: Ray Ren
WhatsApp/WeChat/Mobile: +86 133 4676 7871

MeiYa Heat Pump Dryer Machine

1. No MOQ & Customization Unlimited
2. Drying + Dehumidify + Cooling
3. PLC + Touch Screen Control
4. 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

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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.

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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