Solar dryers expose the substance to be dehydrated to direct sunlight. Dryer has black absorbing surface which collects the light and converts it in to heat; the substance to be dried is placed directly over this surface. These dryers may have enclosures, glass covers over vents in order to increase efficiency.
Applications
- Fish drying
- Fruits, vegetables
- Agriculture crop drying
Advantages
- No skilled operator required
- No conventional energy required
| S.No | Range | Specification* |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scheffler / Community Cooker | 13.5 sq.m & 16.5 sq.m solar concentrator fo r c ommunity/large scale cooking &Industrial application for high temperature range. |
| 2 | Solar Dryer | 2 sq.m Dish type, customize design for Agriculture product, 2 Solar Dryer Food processing & Industrial drying. |