Recently, a delegation from the European food industry visited the modern industrial base of Jiangsu BOLAIKE for a one-day on-site inspection of the company’s freeze-drying equipment manufacturing processes, R&D capabilities, and quality control systems. The delegation members represented food processing companies from several European countries, including Germany, France, and the Netherlands, spanning various sectors such as fruit and vegetable processing, dairy products, functional foods, and health supplements. The purpose of this visit was to gain an in-depth understanding of BOLAIKE’s technical advantages and manufacturing capabilities in the field of food freeze-drying equipment, and to explore opportunities for in-depth cooperation between the two parties in the European market.

Europe is a global leader in the food industry, boasting mature markets and stringent standards in areas such as health foods, organic products, and functional ingredients. In recent years, European food processing companies have been accelerating their transition toward deep processing and intelligent manufacturing, driving sustained growth in demand for large-scale freeze-drying equipment that offers high efficiency, stability, and intelligence. As the leading domestic company in the food freeze-drying equipment sector with the highest number of patents, BOLAIKE has become a key player in meeting this demand in the European market, thanks to its deep technical expertise and extensive experience in international collaboration.

During the visit, the European delegation toured BOLAIKE’s large-scale equipment production workshops, R&D and testing centers, and complete machine assembly lines, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the company’s entire process from component manufacturing to final product delivery. The delegation was deeply impressed by BOLAIKE’s comprehensive implementation of intelligent management systems, lean manufacturing processes, and end-to-end quality control systems. The delegation focused on inspecting large and medium-sized industrial freeze dryers suitable for advanced food processing, gaining detailed insights into the equipment’s moisture capture systems, temperature control precision, energy-saving solutions, and automated operation capabilities.

BOLAIKE freeze dryers feature an integrated design. Through systematic optimization of the three core modules—refrigeration, vacuum, and heating—their overall energy consumption is reduced by 25%–35% compared to traditional models. The equipment incorporates a highly efficient water capture system with an efficiency rate exceeding 99%, reducing drying time by approximately 30%. Equipped with a silicone oil circulation temperature control system and patented radiant heating technology, it can precisely regulate tray temperatures within a range of -35°C to 80°C, improving freeze-drying efficiency by 20%–50% compared to traditional equipment. Delegation members expressed high recognition of BOLAIKE’s equipment performance in energy conservation and drying efficiency, noting its strong competitiveness in the European market.

Upon learning that BOLAIKE equipment has been successfully exported to Russia, the United States, Kazakhstan, and multiple European countries, and boasts extensive application cases in food sectors such as fruits and vegetables, meat, dairy products, and coffee, delegation members fully affirmed BOLAIKE’s manufacturing capabilities and international delivery capacity. Several representatives noted that European food companies are actively seeking suppliers of efficient and reliable freeze-drying equipment, and that BOLAIKE’s technical solutions and production capabilities fully meet the quality standards and process requirements of the European market.

A BOLAIKE representative stated: “We warmly welcome the visit of the European food industry delegation. The European market sets extremely high standards for the technical sophistication and quality of food processing equipment; this delegation’s inspection serves as a test and recognition of our technical expertise and manufacturing capabilities. We will continue to adhere to the philosophy of ‘technology-led innovation and service excellence,’ providing European customers with high-performance freeze-drying equipment tailored to local needs, along with full-cycle technical support.”

The successful visit by the European food industry delegation has further solidified BOLAIKE’s brand influence in the European market and laid a solid foundation for deepening the company’s cooperation with European food enterprises. Moving forward, BOLAIKE will continue to leverage its extensive patent portfolio and rich experience in international collaboration to provide customized, one-stop freeze-drying technology solutions for food processing companies worldwide.

Recently, during the 12th Asia-Pacific Drying Conference, which recently concluded in Changzhou, a delegation of experts from the International Drying Association made a special visit to inspect the new generation of freeze-drying equipment independently developed by Jiangsu BoLaiKe. The on-site demonstration received an enthusiastic response, with numerous scholars from leading domestic and international universities and research institutions stating that their laboratories had already begun introducing BoLaiKe freeze dryers. This phenomenon sparked widespread interest among the attending experts: Why have leading researchers in the field of drying, both domestically and internationally, unanimously chosen BoLaiKe as their preferred laboratory freeze-drying equipment?

Technological Breakthrough: “Reinventing” the Freeze Dryer
According to BoLaiKe’s R&D team, the company has undertaken systematic technological innovations to address the combined demands of research laboratories for freeze-drying equipment that is “highly efficient, precise, and compact.” Through the integration and miniaturization of the three core modules—refrigeration, vacuum, and heating—BoLaiKe has successfully achieved an optimal balance between space efficiency and drying performance. This compact system integration solution not only significantly reduces the equipment’s footprint but also ensures that all performance metrics reach industry-leading levels, offering laboratory users a brand-new option that is “small in size but big on performance.”

Direct Water-Trapping Cold Trap: Efficiency Increased by Approximately 30%
Traditional freeze-drying equipment faces certain bottlenecks in water-trapping efficiency, which directly impacts drying time and sample viability. BOLAIKE innovatively adopts a direct water-trapping cold trap structure, featuring high water capture capacity and an efficiency of over 99%. This design effectively reduces the burden of water vapor on the vacuum system, shortening drying time by approximately 30% compared to traditional equipment and significantly improving experimental throughput. For scientific research, this means more batches of freeze-drying experiments can be completed in less time, accelerating the research process.

Nationally Patented Graphene Heating Technology: Precise Temperature Control to Ensure Sample Viability
Precision and uniformity in temperature control are among the core performance indicators for laboratory freeze-drying equipment. BoLaiKe has integrated its nationally patented graphene heating technology into its freeze-dryers. This technology penetrates materials via thermal radiation, offering a higher thermal response rate and providing a highly precise thermal environment for various biological, food, and pharmaceutical samples. Not only does this technology ensure stable and uniform temperatures during the drying process, but it also maximizes the protection of the sample’s active components and original structure, providing a robust guarantee for the accuracy and reproducibility of experimental data.

On-Site at the Asia-Pacific Drying Conference: Experts Get Hands-On Experience, Response Is Enthusiastic
During the 12th Asia-Pacific Drying Conference, a delegation of experts from the International Drying Association made a special visit to the BoLaiKe equipment exhibition area to experience firsthand the performance of the new generation of laboratory freeze dryers. The experts conducted a detailed examination of the equipment’s compact design, user interface, moisture capture efficiency, and temperature control performance, and expressed full affirmation of the practical application results of graphene heating technology. Several professors from renowned universities both domestically and internationally noted that their laboratories have already adopted or are in the process of adopting BoLaiKe freeze dryers. In practical use, the equipment has demonstrated stable operation, high drying efficiency, and excellent sample protection, significantly enhancing the efficiency and quality of their research work.
A researcher from a renowned European food science laboratory noted: “Laboratories have very stringent requirements for freeze-drying equipment—it must be compact and easy to place, yet powerful and deliver reliable data. This BOLAIKE unit meets these needs exceptionally well; I was particularly impressed by its water capture efficiency and temperature uniformity.”

Accelerating Research: BoLaiKe as the Trusted Choice
Thanks to its proven capabilities in efficiency and precision, BoLaiKe freeze-drying equipment is becoming the trusted choice for an increasing number of cutting-edge laboratories. From food science to biomedicine, and from agricultural processing to materials drying, BoLaiKe’s laboratory freeze-dryers are now in use at numerous universities and research institutions both domestically and internationally, helping researchers accelerate experimental processes and improve data quality.

A representative from BoLaiKe stated: “We are deeply honored to receive recognition from leading international experts in the field of drying technology. This serves as both an affirmation of our technical approach and an incentive for our ongoing innovation. Moving forward, BoLaiKe will continue to deepen our expertise in freeze-drying technology, providing researchers with more efficient, precise, and convenient laboratory freeze-drying solutions, and becoming a reliable partner in the global advancement of drying science and technology.”

This impressive debut at the 12th Asia-Pacific Drying Conference has further solidified Jiangsu BOLAIKE's position as a technological leader in the field of laboratory freeze-drying equipment, while also showcasing the innovative strength of “Made in China” at the forefront of drying technology to international peers. BOLAIKE: Designed for efficiency, built for precision.

Recently, Jiangsu BOLAIKE welcomed a group of key academic and research partners, as a delegation of experts from the Institute of Agricultural Products Processing at the Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences visited the company for an in-depth tour and technical exchange. This visit marks a significant step forward in the deep integration of industry, academia, and research. It aims to jointly explore innovative applications of cutting-edge freeze-drying technology and new pathways for industrial development in the field of advanced agricultural product processing, serving as a vivid example of the synergistic advancement of the strategies for “revitalizing agriculture through science and technology” and “building a strong nation through intelligent manufacturing.”

Freeze-drying technology, as an advanced processing method capable of maximizing the retention of agricultural products’ original nutritional content, color, flavor, and functional properties, plays a revolutionary role in enhancing the value of agricultural products, extending the industrial chain, reducing post-harvest losses, and meeting market demand for healthy, convenient, and high-quality foods. Promoting the upgrading and widespread adoption of freeze-drying technology requires close collaboration between cutting-edge equipment manufacturing and frontier agricultural research. As a technology-driven manufacturer of high-end equipment, Jiangsu BoLaiKe’s collaboration with the Processing Institute of the Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences—which focuses on fundamental research in agricultural product processing—represents a crucial step in efficiently translating “laboratory achievements” into “industrial-scale production.”

With years of deep expertise in freeze-drying technology, Jiangsu BOLAIKE is committed to providing high-performance, highly reliable freeze-drying solutions to global customers. The expert delegation toured the company’s production and assembly workshops, R&D testing center, and product exhibition area, conducting a detailed inspection of the complete product line—ranging from small- and medium-sized laboratory machines to large-scale industrial freeze-dryers. They focused on understanding the company’s core technological breakthroughs in water capture system innovation, intelligent process control, energy-saving and consumption-reduction design, and large-scale production stability. Company technicians provided on-site demonstrations of equipment operation and shared extensive application data and process expertise regarding the freeze-drying of various agricultural raw materials, including fruits and vegetables, grain and oil products, specialty livestock and poultry products, and functional ingredient extracts.

The Institute of Agricultural Product Processing at the Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences has long been dedicated to the fundamental theory, key technologies, and new product development in agricultural product processing, accumulating substantial research achievements in areas such as the preservation of nutritional quality, evaluation of processing suitability, and exploration of novel processing technologies. During the visit, experts from the institute presented their latest research progress in the development and utilization of specialty agricultural resources, quality control during processing, and the creation of nutritional and health products. They engaged in lively and constructive discussions with BoLaiKe’s technical team regarding technical challenges and directions for process optimization in applying freeze-drying technology to enhance the quality, develop new products, and achieve standardized production of local specialty agricultural products (such as edible fungi, specialty fruits and vegetables, and aquatic products from the Jiangsu region).

Both parties agreed that collaborative innovation among industry, academia, research institutions, and end-users can fully leverage their respective strengths: research institutions provide theoretical support in frontier exploration, mechanistic research, quality evaluation, and new product prototyping; while equipment manufacturers offer solutions for engineering implementation, process scaling, equipment customization, and industrial application. This exchange has laid a solid foundation for future cooperation in joint technical research, standard-setting, talent development, and the joint construction of pilot-scale conversion platforms.

BoLaiKe stated: “We are deeply honored to host the experts from the Institute of Processing Technology at the Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences. This exchange not only serves as a test of BoLaiKe’s technical capabilities and industrialization capacity but also presents a valuable opportunity for learning and inspiration. The experts’ insightful perspectives have provided us with a crucial direction for future product development, particularly in more precisely addressing the needs of modern Chinese agriculture to improve quality and efficiency. We look forward to deepening our collaboration with the institute across multiple dimensions to jointly promote the innovative application and widespread adoption of advanced freeze-drying technology in China’s agricultural processing sector.”

The visit by the expert delegation from the Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences has not only strengthened dialogue and cooperation between high-end equipment manufacturers and leading agricultural research institutions but has also injected new momentum into the broader and deeper application of freeze-drying technology to support the high-quality development of modern agriculture in China. Moving forward, Jiangsu BOLAIKE will continue to uphold the philosophy of openness and collaboration, deepening partnerships with research institutes to jointly drive the upgrading of the agricultural product processing industry through innovative technology. We are committed to contributing more to ensuring food safety, enhancing the value of agricultural products, and promoting the revitalization of rural industries.

Recently, at the 64th China Higher Education Expo held in Nanchang, a new generation of compact laboratory freeze dryers—jointly developed by BOLAIKE and China Agricultural University—made its official debut, attracting significant attention from representatives of numerous universities and research institutions. Developed through the R&D platform of the BOLAIKE Freeze-Drying Technology Research Institute, this equipment innovatively upgrades the structure of traditional freeze-dryers to address the practical needs of university laboratories in terms of research efficiency, data accuracy, and ease of operation, making it a major highlight of the instrument and equipment exhibition area at this year's expo.

Integrated Design Breaks Through the Limitations of Traditional Structures

According to the BOLAIKE R&D team, traditional laboratory freeze-drying equipment typically employs a bell-jar structure, which suffers from issues such as low drying efficiency, slow pre-freezing speeds, and insufficient temperature control accuracy. As a result, experimental cycles are prolonged, making it difficult to meet the demands of university research for rapid results. The newly unveiled next-generation compact freeze dryer features an integrated design that compactly reconfigures the three core modules—refrigeration, vacuum, and heating—significantly enhancing the equipment’s overall operational efficiency and stability.

Compared to the bell-jar freeze dryers commonly used in laboratories, BOLAIKE’s new-generation equipment nearly doubles drying efficiency. Using the same material as an example, traditional equipment requires a longer drying time, whereas the new equipment, thanks to optimized airflow organization and a highly efficient water-trapping system, can complete the freeze-drying process in a shorter time, helping researchers accelerate their experimental progress and improve the efficiency of research output.

Silicone Oil Temperature Control Technology: Faster Pre-freezing and More Precise Temperature Control

To address laboratory users’ stringent requirements for pre-freezing speed and temperature precision, BOLAIKE has equipped the new equipment with a silicone oil circulation temperature control system. The silicone oil-based equipment offers faster pre-freezing speeds, significantly reducing the time required to cool from room temperature to low temperatures, thereby further shortening the experimental cycle. At the same time, the equipment enables precise control of shelf temperatures, with a range spanning from -35°C to 80°C, supporting cryogenic freeze-drying at sub-zero temperatures to meet the freeze-drying needs of various samples, including biopharmaceuticals, food ingredients, and pharmaceutical intermediates.

Precise shelf temperature control not only ensures the stability of the freeze-drying process but also safeguards sample activity and structural integrity, providing a reliable foundation for subsequent analytical testing. A visiting representative from an agricultural university remarked, “Our laboratory frequently handles heat-sensitive samples, which demand very strict temperature control. The temperature range and precision of this BOLAIKE unit fully meet our experimental requirements.”

One-Click Data Export for More Convenient Experimental Record-Keeping

In scientific research, the complete recording and traceability of experimental data are critical. BOLAIKE’s new generation of compact freeze dryers is equipped with an intelligent control system that allows for one-click export of all freeze-drying data (including key parameters such as temperature, vacuum level, and time), facilitating data organization, archiving, paper writing, and process optimization for researchers. This feature significantly enhances the digitalization of laboratory management and reduces the manual recording workload for researchers.

Upgraded Core Components: Overall Performance Far Exceeds Traditional Equipment

In terms of core hardware configuration, BOLAIKE’s new generation of compact freeze dryers is equipped with imported medium- and low-temperature compressors and vacuum pumps from leading domestic manufacturers, ensuring stable and reliable operation during prolonged use. Compared to traditional equipment, the overall performance and durability have seen a quantum leap, making it capable of meeting the high-frequency, multi-sample usage scenarios typical of university laboratories.

The High-Tech Expo drew an enthusiastic response, with exclusive benefits for educational institutions launched simultaneously

At the BOLAIKE booth during the Nanchang High-Tech Expo, a steady stream of university representatives came to inquire about the products. Many faculty members experienced the equipment’s user interface and freeze-drying process firsthand, praising its integrated, compact design and data export capabilities. A professor from the School of Food Science at a university in central China remarked, “We are currently planning to purchase new laboratory freeze-drying equipment, and this BOLAIKE product is highly competitive in terms of efficiency, precision, and ease of operation.”

To support university research efforts, BOLAIKE has simultaneously launched an exclusive benefit program for institutions nationwide: universities and research institutions need only send material samples to have freeze-drying experiments conducted free of charge, allowing them to personally verify the equipment’s performance. A BOLAIKE representative stated, “We aim to lower the barrier for university users to try new technologies, enabling more researchers to utilize efficient and precise freeze-drying equipment. We welcome universities and research institutions with freeze-drying research needs to contact us at any time.”

BOLAIKE: Continuously Empowering Scientific Innovation in China

This joint R&D collaboration with China Agricultural University, along with the successful debut of the new generation of compact freeze dryers at the High-Tech Expo, fully demonstrates BOLAIKE’s technical expertise and innovation capabilities in the field of laboratory freeze-drying equipment. Moving forward, BOLAIKE will continue to deepen its expertise in freeze-drying technology, partnering with more universities and research institutions to provide more efficient, intelligent, and reliable freeze-drying solutions for scientific research in China and around the world, thereby accelerating research and facilitating the implementation of innovations.

Recently, a province-wide supply-demand matching event for industrial-financial cooperation in the large-scale equipment upgrade of new food clusters was grandly held in Xinghua City. The event was organized by the Jiangsu Provincial Department of Industry and Information Technology and hosted by the Xinghua Municipal People’s Government and the Taizhou Municipal Bureau of Industry and Information Technology. Mr. Li Suobin, Chairman of Jiangsu BOLAIKE Frozen Technology Development Co., Ltd., was invited to attend the event. As one of only two representatives from equipment manufacturing enterprises in the province, he unveiled BOLAIKE’s latest technological achievements and equipment products in the field of food freeze-drying. He also participated in multi-party exchanges involving government, enterprises, and financial institutions, contributing the “BOLAIKE Solution” to advance the province’s food industry toward high-end, intelligent, and green development.

This event focused on the development of Jiangsu Province’s “1650” industrial system, aiming to encourage and guide food production enterprises to accelerate the pace of equipment upgrades and renovations, thereby promoting the high-quality development of new food clusters through large-scale equipment upgrades to enhance quality and efficiency. More than 90 food production enterprises and equipment manufacturers from across the province, along with eight financial institutions, engaged in on-site networking and exchanges. They held in-depth discussions regarding equipment upgrade needs, financing requirements, and technology supply, with several companies signing letters of intent for cooperation on the spot.

During the event, relevant departments of the Provincial Department of Industry and Information Technology provided authoritative interpretations of a comprehensive package of support policies, including large-scale equipment upgrades and loan interest subsidies, and officially released the equipment supply list, equipment demand list, and financing demand list for the new food cluster. During the highly anticipated equipment manufacturer presentation session, Mr. Li Suobin, Chairman of Jiangsu BOLAIKE, took the stage on behalf of the company to systematically showcase BOLAIKE’s latest technological achievements and core products in the field of food freeze-drying. As the leading enterprise in China’s food freeze-drying equipment sector with the highest number of patents, BOLAIKE garnered widespread attention from food manufacturers and financial institutions present at the event thanks to its deep technical expertise, robust R&D capabilities, and extensive industrialization experience.

In his remarks, Chairman Li Suobin noted that the global food industry is currently accelerating its transition toward deep processing and intelligent production, and there is a growing market demand for large-scale freeze-drying equipment that is highly efficient, stable, and intelligent. As a major food-producing province in China, Jiangsu has a particularly urgent need for advanced freeze-drying equipment among its food manufacturers. BOLAIKE has consistently prioritized technological innovation. Through integrated design, the company has systematically optimized the three core modules—refrigeration, vacuum, and heating—successfully reducing the equipment’s overall energy consumption by 25% to 35% compared to traditional models while increasing drying efficiency by 20% to 50%. Additionally, the equipment is equipped with an intelligent control system that supports real-time monitoring of the freeze-drying process and one-click data export, comprehensively enhancing the digital management of both research and production. He stated that BOLAIKE will fully leverage its technological leadership and role as an industry benchmark to actively participate in Jiangsu Province’s large-scale equipment upgrade initiative. The company will provide high-performance, highly reliable freeze-drying equipment and end-to-end technical support to food manufacturers within the province, helping the Jiangsu food industry accelerate its drive toward innovation and transition toward intelligent manufacturing.

During the subsequent cooperation discussion session, Chairman Li Suobin engaged in in-depth, face-to-face exchanges with representatives from several key provincial food manufacturers and financial institutions, creating a lively atmosphere. Multiple food manufacturers expressed strong interest in collaborating on the freeze-drying equipment showcased by BOLAIKE, and preliminary discussions were held regarding equipment selection, technical specifications, and financing solutions.

Participating in this province-wide supply-demand matching event for large-scale equipment upgrades in the new food cluster has further enhanced Jiangsu BOLAIKE’s influence and standing within the provincial food equipment sector. It demonstrates the company’s commitment to actively responding to provincial industrial policies and empowering the high-quality development of the food industry through technological innovation. Moving forward, BOLAIKE will continue to uphold the philosophy of “Technology-Led, Service-Driven.” Leveraging its robust portfolio of patents and extensive industrialization experience, the company will provide customized, one-stop freeze-drying technology solutions to food processing enterprises in Jiangsu Province and across the nation, helping the Chinese food industry continue to climb the global value chain.

On January 31, 2026, at the “Pulsating Renewal—SIENO 2026 Annual Conference and New Product Launch,” SIENO Freeze-Drying Technology Research Institute (Jiangsu) Co., Ltd. officially unveiled its independently developed “Vacuum Pulsating Freeze-Dryer.” Under typical food freeze-drying conditions, this machine utilizes an optimized vacuum pulsation drying process to increase overall freeze-drying efficiency by approximately 30%–50% compared to traditional continuous constant-vacuum modes, marking a significant breakthrough in the field of freeze-drying technology.

SIENO Research Institute Brings Together China’s Top Scientific Talent
Underpinning this technological breakthrough is the top-tier academic team assembled by the SIENO Freeze-Drying Technology Research Institute. Leading scholars in China’s freeze-drying technology field—including Professor Xiao Hongwei of China Agricultural University, Professor Zhang Weipeng of Beijing Technology and Business University, Professor Wang Dong of Shaanxi University of Science and Technology, and Professor Wang Jun of Northwest A&F University—form the core team of the institute, establishing SIENO Research Institute as one of the country’s most cutting-edge R&D institutions in freeze-drying technology.


A Leap in Efficiency Brought by Vacuum Pulsed Drying
At the press conference, Li Suobin, Chairman of Jiangsu BOLAIKE, outlined SIENO’s future development blueprint: “Technological innovation is the core driver of corporate development. The breakthrough in vacuum pulsed drying technology is not only a crucial step in SIENO’s transformation from a freeze-drying equipment manufacturer to a provider of comprehensive freeze-drying solutions, but also a strategic choice to build a highly efficient and intelligent future for the entire industry. We believe this technology has the potential to significantly raise the efficiency ceiling of existing freeze-drying production across multiple application scenarios, creating greater value for our customers.”


(Li Suobin, Chairman of Jiangsu BOLAIKE)

Zhou Ping, Marketing Director at SIENO, went on to explain the significance of this technological breakthrough: “The new vacuum pulsation technology can further increase freeze-drying efficiency by 30% to 50%. This is not merely a numerical improvement, but a paradigm shift in technology, enabling SIENO to further distance itself from homogeneous price competition and establish a new technological moat. Our vacuum pulsation freeze-dryer will officially go on sale in the second half of 2026.”

Academic Experts Provide In-Depth Analysis of the Technology’s Value
At the press conference, four professors from leading universities offered in-depth analyses of vacuum pulsed drying technology based on their respective fields of research:
Professor Xiao Hongwei from China Agricultural University systematically traced the development history of freeze-drying technology. He demonstrated the technology’s widespread applications across various sectors, including food and pharmaceuticals, and conducted a comparative analysis of the technical characteristics of representative equipment both domestically and internationally. Building on this, he noted that vacuum pulsed drying technology is poised to empower more industrial sectors and lead a new trend toward green, high-quality freeze-drying production.


(Xiao Hongwei, Distinguished Professor at China Agricultural University)

Professor Zhang Weipeng from Beijing Technology and Business University focused on equipment R&D. Starting from the development of high-quality, intelligent freeze-drying systems for fruits and vegetables, he outlined his ideas for the creation of new freeze-drying equipment, which led to the integration and demonstration of vacuum pulsed drying systems.


(Zhang Weipeng, Associate Professor, Beijing Technology and Business University)

Professor Wang Dong of Shaanxi University of Science and Technology provided an in-depth analysis of the current status and needs regarding the application of vacuum freeze-drying technology in Shaanxi Province’s local specialty industries. Using specific case studies, he demonstrated the significant role freeze-drying technology plays in driving the development of local specialty economies, and further outlined the broad prospects for vacuum pulsed drying technology in terms of improving efficiency and expanding its scope of application.

(Wang Dong, Associate Professor, Shaanxi University of Science and Technology)

Professor Wang Jun of Northwest A&F University focused on the development of cutting-edge research ecosystems. From the perspective of collaborative research and development among scientific teams, he systematically elaborated on the critical role that the “industry-academia-research-application” integration model plays in driving technological progress across multiple fields. Drawing on the example of vacuum pulsation technology, he further emphasized that the maturation and widespread adoption of new technologies depend on sustained collaboration and cooperation among various stakeholders within the research ecosystem.


(Wang Jun, Associate Professor, Northwest A&F University)

Strategic Transition from Equipment Manufacturer to Solution Provider
In fact, the launch of this vacuum pulsed freeze-drying technology was no accident; rather, it is a culmination of SIENO’s continuous technological advancements and collaborative innovation among industry, academia, and research institutions in recent years. In 2025, SIENO achieved a milestone breakthrough. In 2026, SIENO will embark on a strategic transformation from an equipment supplier to a solution provider, leveraging vacuum pulsation technology as its core to offer customers a comprehensive solution comprising “process packages + customized equipment + ongoing support.”

The newly launched vacuum pulsation freeze-drying machine is not merely a single product; it serves as the key vehicle for SIENO’s transition to a “solution provider.”

Mr. Li Junkai, General Manager of SIENO, stated: “We will use this technology as our core to provide customers with end-to-end solutions, ranging from process optimization and equipment selection to production guidance.”

At the launch event, Beijing Technology and Business University officially appointed Li Junkai as a “Graduate Student Practice Mentor.” This initiative, which deeply integrates industry, academia, and research, will further promote the organic combination of theoretical innovation and practical application.

As freeze-drying technology finds increasingly widespread application in sectors such as food and pharmaceuticals, the technical breakthrough achieved by SIENO through its “Vacuum Pulsed Freeze Dryer” not only significantly enhances industrial efficiency but also paves a new path for structural upgrades and model innovation within the industry. Transitioning from a traditional equipment manufacturer to a comprehensive solutions provider, SIENO is leveraging its technical expertise and industrial vision to lead the freeze-drying industry into a new era of high efficiency, environmental sustainability, and intelligence, while continuously driving the coordinated development and value enhancement of the industrial chain.

Recently, Jiangnan University, in collaboration with the Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences, Northwest A&F University, Nanjing Forestry University, Henan University of Technology, Queensland University of Technology, and other renowned domestic universities, joined forces with India’s GEM, Australia’s Queensland University of Technology, and the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology—a joint venture between Germany and Colombia— as well as renowned international universities and enterprises such as the University of Magdeburg (a Sino-German partnership), paid a special visit to the BOLAIKE Modern Industrial Base in Jiangsu to conduct tours, exchanges, and academic seminars. The purpose of this visit was to gain an in-depth understanding of BOLAIKE’s technological innovations and industrialization achievements in the field of food freeze-drying equipment, and to promote the deep integration of industry, academia, and research in the international drying technology sector.

As a leading university in China’s food science and engineering field, Jiangnan University has long been committed to basic research and industrial applications of drying technology. The delegation’s visit, organized in collaboration with numerous domestic and international universities and enterprises, was motivated by BOLAIKE’s leading position in China’s food freeze-drying equipment sector, characterized by the largest number of patents and extensive technological expertise. The delegation members spanned multiple fields, including drying technology research, equipment development, and food processing, comprising both renowned scholars from universities and technical leaders from enterprises, reflecting the interdisciplinary and international nature of this exchange.

On the day of the event, the delegation toured BOLAIKE’s large-scale equipment production workshops, R&D testing center, and complete machine assembly lines, gaining a comprehensive understanding of the company’s end-to-end manufacturing system—from component processing to final product delivery. BOLAIKE’s comprehensive implementation of intelligent management systems, lean manufacturing processes, and end-to-end quality control systems left a deep impression on the visiting experts. The delegation focused on inspecting several of BOLAIKE’s core devices in the food freeze-drying sector, including small-scale laboratory freeze dryers, medium-scale production freeze dryers, and large-scale industrial freeze dryers, gaining detailed insights into the equipment’s water-trapping systems, temperature control precision, energy-saving solutions, and automated operation capabilities.

At the subsequent technical exchange seminar, BOLAIKE’s R&D team presented the delegation with the company’s latest achievements in energy conservation, intelligent control, and material adaptability for freeze-drying equipment. The visiting experts highly praised BOLAIKE’s equipment for reducing overall energy consumption by 20%–30% compared to traditional products, significantly improving drying efficiency, and utilizing core components from leading international brands. Experts from the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology noted that BOLAIKE’s freeze-drying equipment has reached internationally advanced levels in both design and performance, particularly highlighting the impressive innovations in automated control and fault prediction systems. Scholars from the University of Magdeburg expressed strong interest in the extensive application cases of BOLAIKE equipment in sectors such as food and biotechnology, noting that there is vast potential for collaboration between the two parties in optimizing freeze-drying processes and developing drying solutions for new types of materials.

This concentrated visit by numerous renowned domestic and international universities and enterprises not only provided BOLAIKE with an international platform to showcase its technical strength and manufacturing capabilities but also laid a solid foundation for establishing long-term cooperative relationships with leading research institutions in the drying field both at home and abroad. A representative from BOLAIKE stated: “We are deeply honored to host experts, scholars, and corporate representatives from the global drying industry. This exchange has deepened our understanding of cutting-edge international trends in drying technology and market demands, while also highlighting the advantages and potential of our own technological approach. Moving forward, BOLAIKE will continue to uphold the philosophy of ‘Technology-Led, Service-Driven,’ strengthen cooperation with domestic and international universities and research institutions, and jointly promote the innovation and industrial application of freeze-drying technology to provide more efficient, intelligent, and reliable freeze-drying solutions for the global food processing and biotechnology sectors.”

The visit concluded successfully amid lively discussions and a friendly atmosphere. Both parties reached a preliminary agreement on future cooperation in joint R&D, talent development, and the commercialization of technological achievements. BOLAIKE will use this international exchange as an opportunity to further broaden its global perspective, continuously enhance its innovation capabilities, and strive to become a trusted partner and industry benchmark in the field of international freeze-drying technology.

Recently, China Agricultural University commissioned the National Food Machinery Quality Inspection and Testing Center to conduct rigorous performance tests on five freeze-drying units, including a 1-square-meter silicone oil-coated freeze-dryer independently developed by Jiangsu BOLAIKE. The tests used 20 kilograms of carrots as the test material and focused on three core metrics: drying time, energy consumption per unit, and nutrient retention rate. The results showed that the BOLAIKE silicone oil-coated freeze dryer achieved a drying time of just 11.52 hours, with an energy consumption of 2.89 kWh per kilogram. The equipment’s energy consumption was significantly lower than the industry average, and its drying efficiency was nearly double that of traditional equipment. In terms of nutrient retention, the carotene retention rate reached 57.81%, demonstrating particularly outstanding performance. This set of data provides authoritative validation of the energy efficiency, high performance, and quality assurance of BOLAIKE freeze-drying equipment.



Authoritative Testing: Excellent Performance Across All Three Key Metrics
The National Food Machinery Quality Inspection and Testing Center is one of the most authoritative third-party testing institutions in China’s food machinery sector. Commissioned by China Agricultural University, the testing process was conducted in strict accordance with relevant national standards. Fresh carrots were selected as the test material, with a batch size of 20 kilograms. Tests were conducted on the BOLAIKE 1-square-meter silicone-coated freeze dryer and other models. The results showed that the silicone-coated freeze dryer achieved uniform drying of the material in just 11.52 hours, significantly shorter than the 20+ hours typically required by traditional freeze-drying equipment; The specific energy consumption was 2.89 kWh per kilogram, significantly lower than the industry average of 4.0–5.0 kWh per kilogram. More notably, the retention rate of β-carotene—a heat-sensitive nutrient in carrots—reached as high as 57.81%, demonstrating that the equipment maximizes the preservation of the material’s original nutritional content during the low-temperature drying process.

Technical Insights: Three Integrated Designs Drive a 25%–35% Reduction in Overall Energy Consumption

Behind these outstanding performance figures lie the unique technical advantages of BOLAIKE freeze dryers. BOLAIKE’s R&D team has systematically redesigned the freeze-drying equipment. Through a compact, integrated system design, the three core modules—refrigeration, vacuum, and heating—have been consolidated into a single layout. This effectively shortens energy transmission paths and reduces losses in intermediate stages, resulting in a 25%–35% reduction in overall energy consumption compared to traditional models. This design also significantly reduces the equipment’s footprint, allowing laboratories and small-scale production settings to benefit from industrial-grade freeze-drying performance.

Silicone Oil Temperature Control + Radiant Heating: Freeze-Drying Efficiency Increased by 20%–50%

Addressing the pain points of traditional freeze-drying equipment—such as slow pre-freezing and uneven temperature distribution—the BOLAIKE silicone oil-based freeze-dryer employs industrial-grade silicone oil circulation in direct contact with the trays for highly efficient cooling. The superior thermal conductivity of silicone oil rapidly cools the trays to the set temperature, significantly reducing pre-freezing time. Additionally, the equipment utilizes radiant heating technology, which evenly penetrates the material through thermal radiation, avoiding the localized overheating issues that can occur with traditional conductive heating. This powerful dual-action design—combining cooling and heating—boosts freeze-drying efficiency by 20%–50% compared to traditional equipment, allowing users to complete more batches of freeze-drying operations in less time.

Far Superior to Traditional Models: BOLAIKE’s Compact Equipment Delivers “Hard Power”

For a long time, bell-jar freeze dryers—widely used in laboratories and small-scale production settings—have suffered from issues such as low efficiency, high energy consumption, and imprecise temperature control. Through the aforementioned technological innovations, BOLAIKE has enabled its compact freeze-drying equipment—such as the 1-square-meter model—to comprehensively outperform traditional models in three key areas: drying time, energy consumption, and nutrient retention, truly achieving “small equipment, high performance.” Whether in university research laboratories or pilot production facilities in the food, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical sectors, BOLAIKE’s compact freeze-dryers deliver stable, efficient, and precise freeze-drying services.

BOLAIKE: Let the Data Speak, Built on Technology

Passing the rigorous assessment by a national authoritative testing agency and demonstrating its capabilities through outstanding data is a testament to BOLAIKE’s long-standing commitment to technology-driven innovation and quality first. A BOLAIKE representative stated: “The test data provides objective validation of our technological approach. “In the future, BOLAIKE will continue to deepen its expertise in freeze-drying technology and continuously optimize product performance to provide domestic and international users with more energy-efficient, high-performance, and reliable freeze-drying equipment, thereby supporting innovation and development in the food and biotechnology sectors.”

From laboratories to production lines, and from domestic to international markets, BOLAIKE is earning the trust of an increasing number of professional users through its solid technical expertise and consistently validated, hard data. BOLAIKE: Designed for efficiency, built for precision.

Recently, at the 12th Asia-Pacific Drying Conference held in Changzhou, Mr. Li Suobin, Chairman of Jiangsu BOLAIKE, was invited to attend and delivered a keynote speech to experts, scholars, and corporate representatives in the field of drying from more than ten countries and regions around the world. As a leading enterprise in China’s food freeze-drying equipment sector with the highest number of patents, BOLAIKE has accumulated substantial expertise in freeze-drying technology R&D and equipment manufacturing. Chairman Li Suobin’s presentation focused on industry trends, innovation directions, and industrialization practices in freeze-drying technology. The report was comprehensive and offered a broad perspective, earning high praise from the attendees.

The Asia-Pacific Drying Conference is one of the most influential academic events in the field of international drying science and technology. Held biennially, it aims to promote the exchange of cutting-edge technologies and foster collaboration among industry, academia, and research institutions in the global drying sector. This year’s conference was held in Changzhou and attracted hundreds of delegates from countries and regions including China, Australia, Japan, South Korea, India, Poland, and Canada. During the conference, experts engaged in in-depth discussions on topics including fundamental drying theories, advanced drying technologies, equipment development, and industrial applications. As one of the key sponsors of this conference, BOLAIKE not only showcased its latest generation of freeze-drying equipment on-site but also, through a presentation by Chairman Li Suobin, shared China’s development philosophy and innovative achievements in the field of freeze-drying equipment with international peers.

In his presentation, Chairman Li Suobin first reviewed the significant application value of freeze-drying technology in the food, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical sectors. He noted that freeze-drying technology can efficiently remove moisture from materials under low-temperature and low-pressure conditions, thereby maximizing the retention of products’ natural nutritional components, color, flavor, and active substances, making it one of the core technologies in today’s high-end food processing and preservation sectors. With the rise of the global health-conscious consumption trend and the food industry’s accelerated shift toward deep processing, large-scale freeze-drying equipment characterized by high efficiency, stability, and intelligence is becoming a shared demand in the international market. Against this backdrop, BOLAIKE has consistently remained committed to technology innovation as its driving force, continuously advancing performance upgrades and energy-saving optimizations for freeze-drying equipment.

Chairman Li Suobin then outlined BOLAIKE’s overall strategy for the R&D and manufacturing of freeze-drying equipment. He noted that the company focuses on the systematic optimization of three core modules—refrigeration, vacuum, and heating—and, through integrated design and lean manufacturing processes, continuously improves the equipment’s drying efficiency, operational stability, and level of intelligence. BOLAIKE’s freeze-drying equipment is widely used in the processing of fruits, vegetables, meat, dairy products, coffee, herbs, and various functional food ingredients. It has been successfully exported to numerous countries and regions across Europe, the Americas, and Central Asia, earning widespread recognition from clients both domestically and internationally.

When discussing industry trends, Chairman Li Suobin noted that future freeze-drying equipment will evolve toward greater efficiency, energy savings, and intelligence, while customized, one-stop solutions will become key to meeting the diverse needs of clients across different industries. He emphasized that BOLAIKE will continue to adhere to the philosophy of “technology-led and service-oriented,” leveraging its substantial patent portfolio and extensive experience in international cooperation to provide global customers with first-class freeze-drying technology solutions—ranging from individual machines to complete production lines, and from equipment to processes. He also expressed hope that, through the international platform of the Asia-Pacific Drying Conference, the company could strengthen exchanges and cooperation with research institutions and enterprises in the global drying sector to jointly promote innovation and industrial applications of freeze-drying technology.

Following the presentation, several experts from international drying associations and conference delegates engaged in discussions with Chairman Li Suobin. They commended BOLAIKE’s technical expertise and market performance in the freeze-drying equipment sector and expressed interest in future collaborative research. This impressive appearance at the 12th Asia-Pacific Drying Conference further solidified BOLAIKE’s industry influence in the field of freeze-drying technology and showcased the proactive role of “Made in China” at the forefront of drying technology to international peers.

Moving forward, BOLAIKE will continue to uphold the philosophy of “Technology-Led, Service-Driven,” deepening its commitment to freeze-drying technology R&D and application. The company aims to support the high-quality development of the global food processing and preservation industry and is dedicated to becoming a trusted partner and industry benchmark in the international freeze-drying technology sector.

Today, a delegation from a leading Czech fruit and vegetable company paid a special visit to BoLaiKe’s modern industrial base in Jiangsu, focusing on inspecting the company’s two models of medium-sized industrial freeze-drying equipment—the 30-square-meter and 40-square-meter units. Eastern Europe, where the Czech Republic is located, boasts fertile black soil and abundant fruit and vegetable production capacity; however, its deep-processing technology remains relatively underdeveloped, resulting in persistently low added value for agricultural products. The clients were specifically drawn to BoLaiKe’s leading position in China’s food freeze-drying equipment sector. During this visit, they gained an in-depth understanding of two core technologies featured in BoLaiKe’s medium-sized freeze-drying equipment: the modular cabin structure and the patented double-layer radiation plates. Following the tour, the clients explicitly stated that they would return shortly with a project proposal to further discuss details and finalize the partnership, aiming to comprehensively upgrade the local Czech fruit and vegetable industry chain with BoLaiKe’s freeze-drying equipment.

As one of the core technologies in the food processing and preservation sector, freeze-drying efficiently removes moisture from materials under low-temperature, low-pressure conditions, maximizing the retention of natural nutrients, color, flavor, and bioactive compounds. It is widely applied in high-end foods, health supplements, and bioproducts. Although Eastern Europe is rich in fruit and vegetable resources, the region has long relied primarily on fresh sales and primary processing, leaving significant room for increasing the industry’s value-added potential. As the global trend toward health-conscious consumption continues to grow, local enterprises urgently need to leverage advanced freeze-drying technology to upgrade their products, extend shelf life, and expand into high-end international markets. With its deep technical expertise and continuous investment in innovation, Jiangsu BoLaiKe is emerging as the ideal partner to meet the needs of this region.



During the visit, the Czech delegation toured BoLaiKe’s smart production workshop and complete machine assembly line, focusing on two models of medium-sized industrial freeze dryers: the 30-square-meter and 40-square-meter units. The clients expressed strong interest in the modular cabin structure and the patented double-layer radiation plate technology incorporated into the equipment. The modular design maximizes space utilization, allowing customers to flexibly plan installation locations based on existing workshop layouts and effectively reduce facility renovation costs. The patented double-layer radiation plate technology ensures uniform temperature distribution during the freeze-drying process, significantly improving drying efficiency and product consistency. Additionally, the equipment integrates advanced moisture capture systems, precise temperature control technology, and energy-efficient refrigeration solutions. It offers advantages such as high automation and stable, long-lasting operation, making it particularly suitable for medium-scale, multi-variety fruit and vegetable deep processing applications.
Located at the heart of Eastern Europe, the Czech Republic boasts a long-standing agricultural tradition and fertile black soil resources, making it a major producer of apples, cherries, strawberries, vegetables, and various berries. However, local deep-processing capabilities remain relatively underdeveloped, resulting in large quantities of high-quality agricultural products being exported as raw materials or in a minimally processed state, with limited value-added potential realized. In recent years, the Czech Republic and neighboring Eastern European countries have actively promoted agricultural modernization and the upgrading of the food industry, leading to a growing demand for efficient, stable, and intelligent freeze-drying equipment. Jiangsu BoLaiKe’s in-depth collaboration with leading Czech fruit and vegetable enterprises not only provides them with high-performance freeze-drying tools but will also, through technical adaptation and process support, help Czech companies develop high-value-added freeze-dried fruit and vegetable products, thereby enhancing their competitiveness in European and global markets.
A representative from BoLaiKe stated: “We warmly welcome the visit of the delegation from leading Czech fruit and vegetable enterprises. Their deep understanding of the pain points in the Eastern European fruit and vegetable industry, coupled with their openness to advanced freeze-drying technology, aligns perfectly with our philosophy of ‘driving the progress of the global food industry through technology.’ The 30-square-meter and 40-square-meter medium-sized freeze-dryers, along with their modular cabin design and patented double-layer radiation plate technology—which were the focus of the clients’ inspection—are precisely the core products we have meticulously developed for medium-scale, high-value-added processing scenarios. The clients have explicitly indicated that they will return with a concrete proposal. We look forward to this visit with great anticipation and will fully cooperate to expedite the implementation of this partnership, thereby helping the Czech fruit and vegetable industry achieve a leapfrog upgrade.”



The successful visit and in-depth technical collaboration with this leading Czech fruit and vegetable company have further expanded Jiangsu BoLaiKe’s brand influence in the Central and Eastern European market, demonstrating the company’s professional capabilities in empowering global agricultural upgrades through technological innovation and addressing regional industry pain points with customized solutions. Moving forward, Jiangsu BoLaiKe will continue to uphold its philosophy of technology-driven innovation and service excellence. Leveraging its new smart manufacturing base and extensive experience in international collaboration, the company will provide global customers with one-stop freeze-drying technology solutions—ranging from individual machines to complete production lines, and from equipment to processes—committed to becoming a trusted partner and industry benchmark in the global food processing and preservation sector.

Recently, Jiangsu BolaiKe, a leading enterprise in China's freeze-drying equipment manufacturing sector, welcomed important guests from Central Asia. A high-level delegation from a well-known dairy company in Kazakhstan made a special trip to Jiangsu BolaiKe's modern industrial base for an on-site visit and business inspection. During the visit, the client spoke highly of BolaiKe's production scale, R&D capabilities, and equipment manufacturing processes. The two parties reached a preliminary cooperation agreement regarding the application of large-scale industrial freeze-drying equipment in the deep processing of dairy products. This marks a key step for Jiangsu BolaiKe in its expansion into the Central Asian market and adds another vivid example of how "Intelligent Manufacturing in China" supports the upgrading of the food industry in countries along the Belt and Road.

Freeze-drying technology, one of the core technologies in the field of food processing and preservation, efficiently removes moisture from materials under low-temperature and low-pressure conditions, maximizing the retention of natural nutrients, color, flavor, and active substances. In the dairy industry, freeze-drying technology is widely used in the processing of high-end milk powder, cheese, probiotic products, and functional dairy ingredients, significantly extending product shelf life and increasing added value. With the rising consumption levels in Central Asia and the growing demand for dairy exports, high-efficiency, high-stability, and intelligent large-scale freeze-drying equipment are becoming a strategic choice for local dairy companies seeking product upgrades. Leveraging its profound technical expertise and extensive industry experience, Jiangsu BolaiKe is emerging as a key force in meeting this regional demand.

During the visit, the Kazakhstani client delegation toured BolaiKe's newly operational intelligent production workshop, R&D testing center, and final assembly line. The company's comprehensive implementation of intelligent management systems, lean manufacturing processes, and full-process quality control systems for large-scale industrial freeze dryers left a deep impression on the client. The client focused on freeze dryers suitable for dairy products, including 30-square-meter, 40-square-meter, and larger specifications, and thoroughly examined the equipment's water vapor capture system, temperature control precision, energy-saving solutions, and automated operation capabilities. Upon learning that BolaiKe's equipment has successfully served multiple mature markets in Europe and the Americas and has extensive application cases in the dairy processing field, the client expressed high recognition of BolaiKe's manufacturing strength and delivery capabilities.

Kazakhstan, an important dairy producer and exporter in Central Asia, possesses high-quality pasture resources and a long tradition of dairy consumption. In recent years, the country has actively promoted the modernization of its food industry and export diversification, leading to a growing demand for advanced processing equipment. Jiangsu BolaiKe's preliminary cooperation agreement with this Kazakhstani dairy company not only provides the client with high-performance freeze-drying solutions but also, through technical adaptation, process support, and personnel training, will assist the client in developing high-value-added freeze-dried dairy products and enhancing their competitiveness in the international market.

A representative from BolaiKe stated, "We warmly welcome the visit of our Kazakhstani client. Their pursuit of dairy product quality and their open attitude towards advanced technology align perfectly with our philosophy of 'advancing the global food industry through technology.' During this visit, the client's recognition of our production scale and technical strength has laid a solid foundation for further in-depth cooperation. We look forward to swiftly implementing the agreement, introducing high-quality, intelligently manufactured Chinese freeze-drying equipment to Kazakhstan, and helping the local dairy industry achieve leapfrog development."

The visit of the Kazakhstani client and the resulting preliminary cooperation agreement have further broadened Jiangsu BolaiKe's global footprint, demonstrating the company's strategic determination to actively explore the Central Asian market under the Belt and Road Initiative. In the future, Jiangsu BolaiKe will continue to uphold its philosophy of technology leadership and service excellence, relying on its new intelligent manufacturing base to provide customized, one-stop high-end freeze-drying solutions for dairy and various other food processing enterprises worldwide, striving to become a trusted partner and industry benchmark in the international freeze-drying technology field.

Recently, Jiangsu BoLaiKe welcomed a group of key academic and research partners, as a delegation of experts from the Institute of Agricultural Products Processing at the Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences visited the company for an in-depth tour and technical exchange. This visit marks a significant step forward in the deep integration of industry, academia, and research. It aims to jointly explore innovative applications of cutting-edge freeze-drying technology in the field of advanced agricultural product processing, as well as new pathways for industrial development. This initiative serves as a vivid example of the synergistic advancement of the strategies for “revitalizing agriculture through science and technology” and “building a strong nation through intelligent manufacturing.”

Freeze-drying technology, as an advanced processing method capable of maximizing the retention of agricultural products’ original nutritional content, color, flavor, and functional properties, plays a revolutionary role in enhancing the value of agricultural products, extending the industrial chain, reducing post-harvest losses, and meeting market demand for healthy, convenient, and high-quality foods. Promoting the upgrading and widespread adoption of freeze-drying technology requires close collaboration between cutting-edge equipment manufacturing and frontier agricultural research. As a technology-driven manufacturer of high-end equipment, Jiangsu BoLaiKe’s collaboration with the Processing Institute of the Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences—which focuses on fundamental research in agricultural product processing—represents a crucial step in efficiently translating “laboratory achievements” into “industrial-scale production.”

With years of deep expertise in freeze-drying technology, Jiangsu BoLaiKe is committed to providing high-performance, highly reliable freeze-drying solutions to global customers. The expert delegation toured the company’s production and assembly workshops, R&D testing center, and product exhibition area, conducting a detailed inspection of the complete product line—ranging from small- and medium-sized experimental machines to large-scale industrial freeze-dryers. They focused on understanding the company’s core technological breakthroughs in water capture system innovation, intelligent process control, energy-saving and consumption-reduction design, and large-scale production stability. Company technicians provided on-site demonstrations of equipment operation and shared extensive application data and process expertise regarding the freeze-drying of various agricultural raw materials, including fruits and vegetables, grain and oil products, specialty livestock and poultry products, and functional ingredient extracts.

The Institute of Agricultural Product Processing at the Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences has long been dedicated to the fundamental theory, key technologies, and new product development in agricultural product processing, accumulating substantial research achievements in areas such as the preservation of nutritional quality, evaluation of processing suitability, and exploration of novel processing technologies. During the visit, experts from the institute presented their latest research progress in the development and utilization of specialty agricultural resources, quality control during processing, and the creation of nutritional and health products. They engaged in lively and constructive discussions with BoLaiKe’s technical team regarding technical challenges and directions for process optimization in applying freeze-drying technology to enhance the quality, develop new products, and achieve standardized production of local specialty agricultural products (such as edible fungi, specialty fruits and vegetables, and aquatic products from the Jiangsu region).

Both parties agreed that through collaborative innovation among industry, academia, research, and application, they can fully leverage their respective strengths: research institutions provide theoretical support in frontier exploration, mechanistic research, quality evaluation, and new product prototyping; while equipment manufacturers offer solutions in engineering implementation, process scaling, equipment customization, and industrial application. This exchange has laid a solid foundation for future potential cooperation in joint technical research, standard formulation, talent development, and the joint construction of pilot-scale conversion platforms.

BoLaiKe stated: “We are deeply honored to host the experts from the Institute of Processing Technology at the Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences. This exchange not only serves as a test of BoLaiKe’s technical expertise and industrialization capabilities but also presents a valuable opportunity for learning and inspiration. The experts’ insightful perspectives have provided us with important guidance for future product development, particularly in meeting the needs of modern Chinese agriculture for improved quality and efficiency with greater precision. We look forward to engaging in in-depth cooperation with the institute across multiple dimensions to jointly promote the innovative application and widespread adoption of advanced freeze-drying technology in China’s agricultural processing sector.”

The visit by the expert delegation from the Jiangsu Academy of Agricultural Sciences has not only strengthened dialogue and collaboration between high-end equipment manufacturers and leading agricultural research institutions but has also injected new momentum into the broader and deeper application of freeze-drying technology to support the high-quality development of modern agriculture in China. Moving forward, Jiangsu BoLaiKe will continue to uphold the philosophy of openness and collaboration, deepening partnerships with research institutes to jointly drive the upgrading of the agricultural product processing industry through innovative technology. We are committed to contributing more to ensuring food safety, enhancing the value of agricultural products, and promoting the revitalization of rural industries.