The fruit vegetable washing and drying line is a fully automatic produce processing system engineered for commercial food operations. It integrates automatic feeding, multi-stage washing, debris removal, and air-flow drying into one continuous workflow. Designed specifically for fruits, vegetables, and packaged food materials, this automatic fruit and vegetable washing machine handles everything from leafy greens and root vegetables to mushrooms and medicinal herbs. With a processing capacity ranging from 500 kg/h to 2,000 kg/h, it replaces manual washing entirely and delivers the consistency that food processing plants, central kitchens, and fresh-cut distribution centers demand. For operations exceeding 2,000 kg/h, custom configurations are available.
Unlike conventional washing setups, this produce washing and drying equipment is built with full SUS304 stainless steel construction that meets international food export standards. The corrosion-resistant surface withstands high-pressure sanitization without developing hygiene dead zones, preventing secondary contamination during daily operation. Its modular architecture allows you to reconfigure sections based on your specific process requirements, while the variable frequency drive system ensures stable performance with controlled energy consumption.
기술 사양
| 장비 | 치수 (mm) | 힘 | 주요 매개변수 | 재료 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feeding Elevator | 2400 × 1250 × 1600 | 1.1 kW | Belt width: 800 mm, variable frequency speed | 304 stainless steel (2 mm) |
| Washing Machine | 2500 × 1100 × 1300 | 2.2 kW | Brush roller length: 800 mm, variable speed | 304 stainless steel (2 mm) |
| Parallel Brush Debris Remover | 5000 × 1480 × 1250 | 1.5 + 1.5 + 2.2 kW | Conveying width: 800 mm, adjustable speed, 380V/3-phase | 304 stainless steel |
| Air-Flow Drying Machine | 5000 × 1100 × 1300 | Fan: 0.75 kW × 10, Drive: 1.5 kW | 5 fan groups (10 fans total), mesh belt width 800 mm | 304 stainless steel (2 mm) |
How the Fruit and Vegetable Washing and Drying Line Works?
The fruit and vegetable washing and drying line operates on a continuous conveyor system designed for efficient, hygienic processing. Raw materials are first loaded via a feeding elevator, which controls and stabilizes product input into the washing section.
Inside the bubble washing tank, high-intensity air bubbles combined with water circulation loosen and remove soil, sand, pesticide residues, and surface impurities without damaging delicate produce. The produce then passes through a parallel brush cleaning section, where rotating soft brushes eliminate stubborn dirt and fine debris.
After washing, the material enters the air-drying system, where multiple high-velocity fans rapidly remove surface moisture. This ensures the final output is clean, dry, and ready for packaging, freezing, or further processing.
For small-scale operations or facilities with limited space, a compact configuration consisting of only a washing machine and air-drying machine provides the same cleaning efficiency with a reduced footprint and lower investment cost.
Key Advantages of This Produce Washing System
High Efficiency with Gentle Cleaning Performance
The combination of bubble agitation and brush cleaning effectively removes soil, pesticide residues, and organic impurities while maintaining the natural texture and integrity of fruits and vegetables. This helps preserve appearance, freshness, and shelf life.
Fully Automated Operation with Adjustable Speed Control
Each section is equipped with variable frequency drives, allowing operators to adjust conveyor speed based on different raw materials and processing requirements. Whether handling delicate leafy greens or hard root vegetables, the system ensures consistent and stable performance without mechanical adjustments.
Hygienic Stainless Steel Construction for Easy Maintenance
All food-contact components are made of 304 stainless steel with smooth, sanitary welds that prevent residue buildup and bacterial growth. The open-frame design allows full access for cleaning, ensuring compliance with food safety standards and reducing maintenance downtime.
Modular and Scalable System Design
The line is designed with flexibility in mind. Users can start with a basic washing and drying setup and later expand with additional modules such as sorting conveyors, grading systems, or pre-cleaning units. This modular approach allows the system to grow in line with production demand without requiring full equipment replacement.
Applications and Suitable Materials
The fruit vegetable washing and drying line processes a wide range of products:
- Fruits: Apples, pears, citrus, berries, tomatoes
- Stem and Root Vegetables: Carrots, potatoes, radishes, ginger
- Leafy Greens: Spinach, lettuce, cabbage, kale
- Specialty Products: Mushrooms, medicinal herbs, packaged food pouches
This versatility makes the produce washing and drying equipment essential for fresh-cut processors, ready-to-eat salad manufacturers, dehydrated food facilities, and pharmaceutical herb processors.
Fruit and Vegetable Washing and Drying Line – Machine Introduction
Feeding Elevator
Automatically and smoothly feeds materials, replacing manual loading and reducing mechanical damage to fruits and vegetables. The conveying speed is adjustable to prevent material accumulation or interruption, solving problems such as low efficiency, high labor intensity, and product bruising caused by manual feeding. It ensures smoother and more stable operation of the entire production line.
Washing Machine
Uses soft brush rollers for flexible cleaning, deeply removing soil, dirt, and surface residues from fruits and vegetables. The cleaning process is uniform and gentle, without damaging the skin. It solves common issues such as incomplete manual washing, low efficiency, and poor hygiene standards, ensuring high cleanliness and good product appearance.
Parallel Brush Roller Debris Removal Machine
Performs secondary deep cleaning to efficiently remove fine impurities such as small debris, hair, and residue. It further improves the cleanliness level of the products. This system addresses the problem of insufficient impurity removal in standard washing, ensuring higher quality for downstream processing and sale, meeting high-standard production requirements.
Airflow Drying Machine
Uses high-speed, evenly distributed airflow to quickly remove surface water from fruits and vegetables. The drying process is fast, uniform, and non-damaging to the product. It solves issues such as easy spoilage due to residual moisture, water leakage in packaging, and short storage life, making products suitable for packaging, processing, and long-term storage.
Semi-Automatic Fruit Vegetable Washing & Drying Line – Machine List
| Number | 매개변수 |
|---|---|
| 버블 세척기 | Model: 2.5m Bubble Washer Capacity: 500 kg/h Mesh Belt Width: 800 mm Dimensions: 2500 × 1100 × 1300 mm Power: 3 kW Weight: 205 kg Material: Stainless Steel 304 (2 mm sheet thickness) |
| Air Drying Machine | Dimensions: 2500 × 900 × 1100 mm Mesh Belt Width: 600 mm Number of Fans: 3 sets Power: 3.5 kW Material: Stainless Steel 304 |
Why Choose Taizy Fruit Vegetable Washing and Drying Line?
Taizy Machinery builds food processing equipment for export markets with strict hygiene requirements. Every fruit and vegetable cleaning line leaves our facility after full assembly testing, and we back each system with a one-year warranty plus lifetime technical support. Our engineering team provides layout drawings, installation guidance, and operator training to ensure your line reaches rated capacity from day one.
With global shipping experience and multilingual service support, we help food processors worldwide transition from manual washing to automated, continuous production that cuts labor costs and improves food safety compliance.
자주 묻는 질문
What is the capacity range of the fruit vegetable washing and drying line?
Standard configurations handle 500 kg/h to 2,000 kg/h. For operations requiring more than 2,000 kg/h, we design custom lines with additional washing stages and wider conveyor belts.
Can I run the line with just a washer and dryer?
Yes. A compact setup with only the washing machine and air-flow drying machine is available for smaller facilities or lower-volume production. You can add the feeding elevator and debris remover later.
What voltage and power supply does the system require?
The standard configuration runs on 380V/50Hz three-phase power. We can customize electrical specifications for regions with different voltage standards.
Is the equipment suitable for washing packaged food bags?
Absolutely. The mesh belt conveyor and adjustable air pressure make this automatic fruit and vegetable washing machine suitable for flexible packaging materials that need surface cleaning and drying before secondary processing.
How do I clean and sanitize the line after daily use?
All surfaces are SUS304 stainless steel, compatible with foaming agents, high-pressure hot water, and food-safe sanitizers. The open design provides direct access to belts, rollers, and tanks for daily washdown procedures.
