SAntiam Tunnel Dryer / Dehydrator
Our Santiam Tunnel Dehydrator is designed for the global market, and can utilize optional block walls or full steel walls instead of standard stainless steel construction.
The Santiam Tunnel Dehydrator has the versatility of conducting batch-to-dry, counter flow, and parallel flow dehydration protocols.
The Santiam is capable of drying a wide range of products, including meat and fish, fruit, fruit leathers, vegetables, nuts, herbs, and seeds to name a few.
For our international clients doing high volume dehydration the Santiam is better for the bottom line, period.
Mobile Racks, Drying Trays, and tray liners sold separately.
SAntiam Features
Energy Efficient - Flexible - Global Ready
Control Humidity & Reduce Drying Time Up to 50%
- Large Drying Trays
Santiam offers multiple configurations, see below.
- Powerful Variable Fan
The VFD (variable frequency drive) is designed for fan speed control. Allowing the operator full control over air speed within the unit.
- Thermostatic Temp
Every Santiam comes standard with a thermostatic temperature controller capable of ambient temperatures up to 220°F (104°C).
- Automated Humidity Control
Each unit comes standard with an Automated Humidity Control System which helps reduce drying times.
- Gas Burner
Santiam operates on your choice of gas type. We can customize your dryer for use with natural gas, propane gas or butane mix.
- International Ready
Designed for international export, the Santiam fits disassembled in a full-sized shipping container.
Product Description
Our Santiam Tunnel Dehydrator is an ideal solution for high volume international businesses. The Santiam Tunnel Dehydrator uses a 20-horsepower fan capable of conducting batch-to-dry, counter flow, and parallel flow dehydration protocols.
The Santiam Tunnel Dehydrator can be used with food items like fruits, proteins, vegetables, herbs, and pet-treats to non-food materials in batch volume. Our Santiam is available with different tray configurations which change the total square footage of drying space.
Stainless Steel Trays: 7,870.5 sq ft of drying area (954 trays, 18 racks)
Plastic Self-Stacking Trays 1: 6,893 sq ft of drying area (1032 trays, 24 cars)
Plastic Self-Stacking Trays 2: 7,776 sq ft of drying area (864 trays, 18 cars)
Each unit comes equipped with VFD (variable frequency drive) which provides the operator full control over air speed within the unit and Automated Humidity Control, which significantly reduces drying time.
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Note: Every dehydration system is unique and may require custom configuration for your business or product. Intake, exhaust and ducting are not universal and require dimensions of your facility to quote. Drying trays, tray liners, and mobile racks sold separately.
Proudly Made in Eugene, Oregon USA.
Achieve Industrial Level Dehydration
Supporting Tools
Economy Moisture Balancer
Water Activity Meter
Perforated or Solid Drying Trays
Mesh or Solid Tray Liners
Mobile Tray Racks
Proudly Made in Eugene, Oregon USA
Technical Specs
| Model # | Santiam |
| Temperature Range | Ambient to 220°F (104°C) |
| Dimensions | 40' x 17' x 8' |
| Machine Weight | 18,500 lbs (8391.5 kg) |
| Fan Motor | High-Velocity 20 HP |
| Max. Heat Load | 3,200,000 BTUs |
| Avg. Fan Load | 19.79 kW/hr (19,700 watts) |
| Avg. Heat Load | 1,000,000 BTUs |
Estimated Running Costs
| Santiam | Result |
|---|---|
| Average Running Cost | $25.43 / Hour |
| $610.32 / Day (24 hours) | |
| $0.07 / Sq Ft / Day |
Note: All heating loads were computed based on a 40% consumption rate. This is an average figure (0.12 Kwh), and may not accurately represent all applications.