Bolaike Freeze Dryer Successfully Installed in Turkey, Empowering Local Freeze-Dried Strawberry Production

Jiangsu Bolaike freeze dryer co., ltd, a leading manufacturer of industrial freeze-drying equipment, has successfully completed the installation and commissioning of a customized freeze dryer for a Turkish client focused on large-scale freeze-dried strawberry production. This milestone marks a significant leap in local capacity for high-value fruit preservation and export.

Solving Key Pain Points in Turkish Agricultural Processing

Turkey, as one of the world’s leading strawberry-producing countries, faces persistent challenges in the post-harvest supply chain. Short shelf life, seasonal overproduction, and limitations in cold-chain infrastructure often result in high spoilage rates and reduced profit margins for farmers and processors alike.

BLK’s advanced freeze-drying solution directly addresses these pain points by:

✅ Extending shelf life to 18–24 months without refrigeration

✅ Preserving over 95% of the fruit’s nutrients, color, and aroma

✅ Enabling year-round supply and export regardless of harvest cycles

✅ Adding significant product value for domestic and international markets

Project Highlights & Technical Advantages

The Turkish project utilizes BLK’s most popular model, known for its stability, energy efficiency, and automation. The system is capable of processing hundreds of kilograms of fresh strawberries per batch, delivering consistent quality that meets EU and Middle Eastern market standards.

Key equipment features include:

PLC automatic control system with one-click freeze-drying recipes

Low-temperature vacuum drying technology that protects color and flavor

Modular design for easy maintenance and future capacity expansion

Stainless steel construction meeting HACCP and CE food-grade requirements

Installation and training were completed by BLK’s international technical team in just 10 working days, with trial production yielding excellent product texture and taste.

A Strategic Win for the Client

For the Turkish client, this project is more than an equipment purchase — it's a strategic shift toward high-margin, value-added export products. By upgrading from traditional dehydration to vacuum freeze-drying, the client is now poised to access premium sectors such as:

• Health food & organic snack markets
• Ingredient supply for breakfast cereals, dairy, and chocolate manufacturers
• Customized OEM for private-label global retailers

“Our customer had previously tried small-scale drying machines but struggled with inconsistent quality and high energy consumption,” said a BLK project engineer. “With this installation, they now have industrial-grade stability, and more importantly, market confidence.”

About BLK

Jiangsu Bolaike (BLK) has been serving clients in the food, pharmaceutical, and pet industries for over a decade, with successful installations across 30+ countries. Known for its turnkey engineering, strong after-sales support, and ability to customize solutions for diverse materials — from fruits and seafood to coffee and meat — BLK continues to lead the freeze-drying revolution.

For more about BLK freeze-drying solutions, please contact:

Email: [email protected]
Website: www.bolaikefreezing.com