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Drying & DehydrationFully automatic

Solar Energy Drying System

The system produces all the heat and electricity needed for drying from solar collectors; it does not consume grid electricity, natural gas, or solid fuels. Since the cabin is closed, it is protected from dust, dirt, insects, and rain compared to open sun drying; the product retains its natural color better as it does not see direct sunlight. It automatically activates when the sun rises and stops when it sets — no manual on/off intervention is required. The drying temperature ranges from 40 to 70 °C depending on the sun's condition. The trays are 100×80 cm in size and are coated with Teflon over aluminum. They can be manufactured with wheels for easy transport upon request.

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Capacity:18 – 30 trays (depending on variant)Automation:Fully automaticMaterial:Aluminum Teflon coated trayLead time:6 weeks
Suitable Products
FruitsVegetablesAromatic plantsCerealsProcessed foods (tarhana, tomato paste)
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Estimated investment
⁦$5,280⁩
18 trays
Exact price confirmed in quote
Capacity

Capacity options for this machine

18 trays
24 trays
30 trays

Specifications

Tray size100 × 80 cm (0.8 m²)
Tray materialAluminum, Teflon coating
Thermal power generation40 – 70 °C (dependent on the sun)
Energy sourceOnly solar — no additional energy required
Filling per trayAverage 4 – 5 kg in sliced product

Why buy this machine from ProcessTürk?

  • Zero operating energy — generates heat and electricity from the sun
  • Closed cabin: protected against dust, insects, and rain
  • Automatically activates with the sun, stops at sunset
  • Controlled drying in the range of 40 – 70 °C
  • Aluminum Teflon coated tray food-contact surface

Installation & Commissioning

Layout, mechanical/electrical assembly coordination and full-capacity commissioning are handled by our team.

Operator Training

During commissioning your operators are trained on-site for operation, cleaning and daily maintenance.

Spare Parts & Service

A critical spare-parts list is provided with the quote; remote and on-site service support production continuity.

Customization for Your Product

Drying time varies according to the thickness of the product slices; as the slice thickness increases, the time extends. Body dimensions vary according to the number of trays.

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What will we ask you before the quote?

These details let us offer the right scope and the right price the first time.

Product type
Capacity target
Packaging type
Installation country
Existing facility status
Power / water / air utilities
Target budget
Planned investment date

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this machine suitable for my product?

Suitability assessment is carried out free of charge by our ProcessTürk engineering team and is based on your product sample, packaging type and target capacity. First, the product's flow behaviour, viscosity and fill volume are reviewed; then the current configuration is checked against your process requirements. If it does not match, our engineers adapt the machine — for example the product-contact surface, the number of filling heads or the packaging module. Food-contact surfaces are always stainless steel and are selected according to hygiene requirements. In addition, facts such as capacity, automation level and delivery time are confirmed to you in writing once the assessment is complete. Finally, the request moves to the quotation stage, where the final configuration is stated in the proposal document. This assessment is usually completed quickly and no extra fee is charged. Pilot tests for different packaging types can also be scheduled on request, and the results are reported back to you.

Is CE-compliant manufacturing available?

Yes; CE-compliant manufacturing and documentation options are offered based on your target market. The machine is designed and built according to the essential safety requirements of the EU Machinery Directive. On request, the technical file, risk assessment and declaration of conformity are prepared together with delivery. For Gulf and African markets, different certification or voltage/frequency adaptations are also planned by our engineering team. The CE mark confirms that electrical safety, mechanical protection and hygiene requirements have been verified, which simplifies your export process. The documentation package usually includes the user manual, electrical schematics and maintenance instructions. The certification scope varies by project, so telling us which market you plan to export to speeds up preparation of the correct documentation. As a result, CE compliance lets you export with confidence to Europe and to other markets that accept the CE mark.

How do delivery and installation work?

After production is complete, a Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) is carried out; capacity and safety checks are verified together with you or your representative before commissioning. Shipping, on-site installation and commissioning are then coordinated according to the project plan. Lead time depends on the scope of the order and on our production schedule at the time; if you tell us which machine you are interested in, we can share the exact lead time that applies. The clock starts once the order advance is received and the figure is stated as binding in the quotation. During on-site installation, mechanical and electrical assembly is carried out by our team according to the layout plan. During commissioning, your operators are trained on-site for operation, cleaning and daily maintenance. Once installation is complete, a full-capacity test is run and the results are shared with you, so the machine begins production with a measured and verified performance.

What is covered by the warranty?

For single-machine purchases, the warranty period is 1 year; wear parts are outside this scope. For complete line projects, the warranty is defined per piece of equipment and stated in writing in the quotation, since each item may carry a different warranty length. If a fault occurs during the warranty period, remote technical support is provided first; if the issue cannot be resolved remotely, an on-site intervention is planned. We recommend a separate spare-parts package for critical wear items so that unexpected downtime is kept to a minimum. The warranty covers manufacturing defects, assembly errors and electrical/mechanical component faults; damage caused by user error is excluded. The warranty period starts from the delivery date, not from commissioning, and this is clearly stated in the proposal document. This structure gives you a predictable support process for both single-machine purchases and large-scale line investments.

How are spare parts and after-sales support provided?

A critical spare-parts list is provided together with the quote, so you can see before delivery which parts should be kept in stock. During commissioning, your operators are trained on-site for operation, cleaning and daily maintenance, and the training is usually planned to cover your entire production team. Production continuity is supported through remote technical assistance and, where necessary, on-site service; in the first stage, the issue is diagnosed remotely. A dedicated channel is kept for spare-parts supply, and delivery time for critical parts is planned with priority. In addition, a periodic maintenance schedule and checklist are shared together with delivery, so maintenance intervals are not missed. The same support process applies to machines installed in different countries; differences in language or time zone do not change the quality of support. This approach supports uninterrupted production throughout the machine's service life.

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