In May 2025, Shuliy successfully shipped the box-type dryer ordered by the customer to Thailand. The customer has already put it into use and said they are very satisfied with the quality of the dried squid produced by this dryer.
Customer Background
The customer is a local food processing factory in Thailand specializing in squid products, which are sold nationwide. They decided to expand production and needed a high-quality, high-efficiency dryer for squid processing. They inquired about stainless steel box-type dryers and tunnel dryers, but neither met their requirements. With limited budget and the need to dry large batches per cycle, they contacted our company immediately after learning about our product.
Customer Requirements
- Dry 2 tons of squid per batch daily
- Use food-grade SUS304 stainless steel trays suitable for direct food contact
- Equipped with trolleys for easy tray handling
- Use an air-source heat pump for heating
Shuliy’s Solution
- Recommended Model: SL-12
- Dimensions: 8,500 × 3,300 × 2,500 mm
- Number of Drying Layers: 12
- Single Batch Capacity: 2,500–4,000 kg
- Batch Frequency: 1 batch per day, 2 tons per batch
- Heat Source: Air-source heat pump
- Tray Material: Food-grade SUS304 stainless steel
- Accessories: Equipped with stainless steel trolleys for easy tray handling
Solution Explanation
- Capacity Match: The SL-12 dryer can handle 2,500–4,000 kg per batch, fully meeting the daily requirement of drying 2 tons of squid.
- Heat Pump Heating: Uses an air-source heat pump, which is efficient, energy-saving, and environmentally friendly, suitable for precise temperature control in food drying.
- Trays and Trolleys: Equipped with food-grade SUS304 stainless steel trays that meet food safety standards, along with stainless steel trolleys for easy tray handling and improved work efficiency.
Advantages of Shuliy Box-Type Drying Machine
- High Efficiency and Energy Saving: Heat pump technology improves thermal efficiency and reduces energy consumption.
- Precise Temperature Control: Equipped with an automatic temperature and humidity control system to maintain stable drying conditions, preventing over-drying or uneven squid.
- Hygienic and Safe: Made of food-grade SUS304 stainless steel, meeting food processing hygiene standards and ensuring product quality.
- Easy Operation: Comes with trolleys and trays, making loading and unloading simple and improving production efficiency.
Customer Feedback
The dried squid has a light yellow color, a chewy and elastic texture—not hard or brittle—and retains the natural squid aroma when chewed. Moisture is well controlled, with no impurities or mold. The dryer is highly efficient, and the customer highly recommends it.