Protein is an essential part of human nutrition. Meat and milk products are by far the largest protein source in human food structure. However, in recent years, a trend to alternative protein sources is well in progress, the functionality of the alternative protein sources in the food products is exploited. If protein products need to be stored for a relatively long period of time, or some other solvent is used instead of water, a drying step will be required.
Water or solvent required during the production of protein can be removed with a BHS vertical dryer HVW-T, to reach a sufficiently low moisture content. This shall be realized with high vacuum level and low drying temperature to minimize the impact on the taste and functionality of the product. The vertical design of the dryer minimizes the residue in the dryer after the process and allows efficient cleaning.