Food & Drink Processing & Packaging Issue 50 2024 | Page 14

Experience Scalable Reliability with Gellert Freeze Dryers for Regulated Food Production !

Gellert freeze dryers are the perfect solution for manufacturers looking for a reliable and scalable option for regulated food production . With a notable shift towards the freezedried product market , manufacturers and consumers alike are recognizing the benefits of this process . By reducing , or removing , the need for cold chain handling , manufacturers can reduce transportation and storage costs , and as freeze-dried material is much lighter than frozen or refrigerated product , this further lowers costs . Additionally , freeze dried products not only take less energy and cost to store , but they also maintain the biological benefits and flavours of the raw product whilst extending shelf life .
Gellert freeze dryers offer a controlled and repeatable manner for in-situ freeze drying directly on the shelves , ensuring the product maintains its shape , structure , and nutritional value . Gellert has developed a range of freeze dryers with ease of scale-up , user requirements , and operation in mind , making them versatile and popular in the industry .
Some of the beneficial features of Gellert equipment include AutoDry , an intuitive feature that allows users to input their desired temperature differential between the product , sample , and shelves , ensuring the sample can be dried using the AutoDry feedback mechanism ,
14 FDPP - www . fdpp . co . uk freeze dried products not only take less energy and cost to store , but they also maintain the biological benefits and flavours of the raw product whilst extending shelf life .
optimizing drying cycles . The chamber , condenser , shelves , and shelf stack can all be constructed from 316L stainless steel for product contact , and a hybrid cooling system is also available on larger equipment , to utilize defrost water by re-heating via the freeze dryer compressors , saving energy and costs .
The most common applications that Gellert ’ s freeze dryers are used for include : -
• smart foods e . g ., supplements and nutraceuticals
• food and beverages
• dairy products
• fruits and vegetables
• pet food and pet treats
All Gellert systems are manufactured in Europe and strictly adhere to compliance regulations such as F-gas .
Biopharma Group is the exclusive distributor of Gellert freeze dryers across the UK , Ireland , and France . Both Biopharma Group and Gellert are well respected and renowned companies , combining years of lyo industry experience . This winning combination allows the Biopharma Group team to help you select the best freeze dryer to meet your specific need and Gellert has accrued a high level of practical experience and in-house expertise , developing an array of different models and configurations to satisfy a broad range of food production purposes .
Contact Biopharma Group ’ s product specialists to discuss your requirements or request more information .
www . biopharma . co . uk