An 85-foot, 5-belt (5-layer) Continuous Mesh Belt Dryer is a heavy-duty industrial dehydrator designed for large-scale vegetable processing (onions, garlic, carrots, ginger, etc.).

The 85-foot length combined with 5 layers provides a massive effective drying path (the product travels nearly 400 linear feet inside the machine), ensuring thorough moisture removal even at high capacities.

1. Technical Specifications

2. Design & Structural Details

• The "Flip" Mechanism: As the product moves to the end of the first belt, it drops onto the second belt (which moves in the opposite direction). This happens 4 times. This flipping action is crucial for vegetables because it exposes the wet underside of the slices to the hot air, ensuring uniform drying.
• Multi-Zone Temperature Control: An 85-foot dryer is divided into 4 or 5 independent heating zones.
• Zone 1 (Inlet): High temperature for rapid surface moisture evaporation.
• Middle Zones: Moderate temperature to prevent "case hardening" (where the outside dries but the inside stays wet).
• Last Zone (Outlet): Low temperature to stabilize the product before it exits.
• Internal Air Circulation: The machine is equipped with high-pressure centrifugal fans on both sides to create a "cross-flow" of air through the mesh belts and the product.

3. Application for Vegetables

This specific size is ideal for the following processing capacities:

• Onion Slices: ~500–700 kg/hr finished product.
• Garlic Slices: ~600–800 kg/hr finished product.
• Leafy Greens (Spinach/Moringa): ~200–300 kg/hr (due to low density).
• Root Vegetables (Carrots/Beets): ~400–500 kg/hr.

4. Utility Requirements for an 85ft Line

• Power: You will need approximately 100–150 HP (75–110 kW) to run the belts, heavy-duty blowers, and exhaust fans.
• Heat Load: A machine of this size typically requires a 1.5 to 2.0 Ton/hr Steam Boiler or a 600,000 to 800,000 kcal/hr Gas Burner.
• Exhaust System: Multiple moisture-exhaust chimneys (usually 3 or 4) are installed along the top of the machine to vent out humid air.

5. Maintenance & Hygiene

• CIP (Clean In Place) Systems: High-end models include a continuous belt-washing system at the bottom to remove sticky vegetable juices during operation.
• Inspection Windows: Tempered glass windows are located at every zone to monitor product color and moisture without opening the doors.
• Insulation: The outer body is made of double-walled SS 304 with 80mm–100mm high-density rock wool to prevent heat loss in the factory.

 Use Machine In Dehydrated Vegetable Powders

These are often produced via spray-drying (for fine consistency)

Root Vegetables: Beetroot, Carrot, Potato, Sweet Potato, Ginger.

• Alliums: White Onion, Red Onion, Pink Onion, Garlic, Shallot.
• Leafy Greens: Spinach, Kale, Moringa, Fenugreek (Kasuri Methi).
• Nightshades & Peppers: Tomato, Red Bell Pepper, Green Bell Pepper, Paprika, Green Chilli, Red Chilli.
• Others: Cabbage, Mushroom (Oyster/Button), Pumpkin, Okra (Ladyfinger), Bitter Gourd.

2. Dehydrated Flakes & Kibbled Products

Flakes are used when texture is required (e.g., in soups, seasonings, or instant meals).

• Vegetable Flakes: Onion (Red/White), Garlic, Carrot, Potato, Beetroot, Cabbage, Green Bean.
• Spice/Herb Flakes: Red Chilli Flakes, Green Chilli Flakes, Parsley Flakes, Cilantro (Coriander) Flakes.
• Specialty: Amchur (Green Mango) Flakes, Ginger Slices/Flakes.

3. Fruit Powders

Ideal for smoothies, baking, baby food, and confectionery.

• Tropical: Mango (Alphonso/Kesar), Banana (Ripe/Green), Pineapple, Papaya, Chikoo (Sapota), Guava (Pink/White), Dragon Fruit.
• Berries: Strawberry, Blueberry, Raspberry, Cranberry, Blackberry.
• Citrus: Lemon, Lime, Orange.
• Traditional/Medicinal: Amla (Gooseberry), Jamun (Black Plum), Pomegranate, Tamarind, Apple, Custard Apple.

4. Herbal & Dried Leaf Products

These are widely used in Ayurveda, cosmetics, and wellness teas.

• Wellness Herbs: Moringa, Ashwagandha, Wheatgrass, Spirulina, Shatavari, Giloy.
• Culinary Herbs: Mint (Pudina), Curry Leaves, Tulsi (Holy Basil), Lemongrass, Oregano, Thyme, Rosemary, Sage.
• Cosmetic/Healing: Neem, Henna, Aloe Vera, Rose Petal, Hibiscus, Hibiscus.