Engineering high-performance coconut processing machinery that drives efficiency, scalability, and sustainability for businesses across the globe.
Cibus Industries’ Spice Dryer is expertly engineered to deliver precise and uniform drying of various spices — including chili, turmeric, black pepper, and cardamom — while preserving their natural aroma, color, and essential oils. Utilizing a multi-zone hot-air tunnel design, the dryer features individually controlled heating zones, variable-speed conveyor belts, and advanced humidity sensors to maintain optimal drying conditions throughout the process. Capacities range from 500 kilograms to 3 tonnes per hour, making the system suitable for small-scale specialty producers and large industrial spice processors alike. Energy-efficient exhaust heat recovery systems and insulated ductwork reduce power consumption and enhance thermal performance, contributing to lower operating costs and environmentally conscious production.
“At Cibus, our spice dryer balances efficient moisture removal with gentle handling, locking in flavor, color, and volatile compounds essential to premium spice quality.”
During extensive dry-run tests, we measure moisture content gradients, color retention parameters (∆E values), volatile oil preservation, and throughput stability. These trials are conducted with a variety of spice types and moisture levels, ensuring the system’s adaptability and precision. Results consistently demonstrate final product moisture accuracies within ±1%, color degradation minimized to less than 5%, and aroma compounds preserved at optimal levels. The modular conveyor system facilitates easy adjustment of residence time to accommodate different spice characteristics and drying standards. Special attention is given to cleanability, with hygienic design principles allowing seamless implementation of CIP (Clean-In-Place) regimes aligned with food safety standards.
The dryer’s control platform integrates programmable logic controllers (PLCs) and touchscreen HMIs, enabling recipe-driven operation, real-time monitoring, and full SCADA compatibility. Operators benefit from graphical interfaces with alarm notifications, performance trending, and remote diagnostics capabilities, ensuring process reliability and rapid response to deviations.
The Cibus Spice Dryer is engineered for durability with corrosion-resistant stainless-steel construction, heavy-duty drives, and quick-access maintenance panels. This blend of precise control, robust design, and operational flexibility makes it an indispensable solution for spice processors striving to maximize product quality and throughput efficiency while minimizing energy costs.
