Abstract
This article presents the results of research on the freeze-drying processes of berries using mobile vacuum freeze-drying units developed to enhance the efficiency of agricultural product processing in Kazakhstan. The novelty of the study lies in the proposal of compact and energy-efficient units that are easily transportable and can be utilized in remote agricultural regions. This allows farmers to preserve their produce without loss of quality, which is particularly relevant for areas with limited infrastructure. The work includes experimental studies aimed at optimizing drying parameters, such as controlling the temperature on the surface and at the center of the product, as well as the pressure in the chamber. It has been established that at a pressure of 20±5 Pa, the temperature of the desublimator should be below -20°C, while the surface temperature of the product during the sublimation stage should be within -25±5°C. The results demonstrate that the proposed technology reduces drying time to 7-8 hours while maintaining the high quality of the final product, including its nutritional properties, color, and taste. The novelty of the work also lies in the development of an automatic control system for the drying process, which increases the accuracy of parameter control and reduces energy consumption. These findings are of significant interest to the agro-industrial sector, particularly for small farms aiming to improve production efficiency and preserve product quality.
01 Introduction
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02 References
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