Commercial Freeze Dryer
Commercial Freeze Dryer Introduction
Commercial freeze dryers are increasingly becoming the ideal choice for many enterprises in the preservation and transportation of food processing, pharmaceuticals, biological products, and high-value agricultural goods. Leveraging low-temperature vacuum dehydration technology, they effectively retain products' nutrients, texture, and active components, significantly enhancing market competitiveness.
A commercial freeze dryer, also known as an industrial lyophilizer, is equipment that utilizes a low-temperature vacuum environment to rapidly sublimate and remove moisture from raw materials. Compared to traditional hot-air drying or vacuum drying, freeze-drying technology maximizes the preservation of the original flavor, nutritional value, and physical structure of food or pharmaceutical products.
Freeze-drying, also referred to as lyophilization, is a preservation process that removes moisture from products while maintaining their quality, structure, and nutritional value. In a commercial freeze dryer, frozen products are placed in a vacuum chamber where the pressure is reduced, allowing the frozen water to transition directly from solid to gas—a process known as sublimation. The water vapor is collected and removed, leaving behind a lightweight, shelf-stable product that retains its original shape, texture, and flavor without the need for refrigeration. This makes freeze-drying one of the most effective methods for preserving a wide range of products, including food, pet snacks, pharmaceuticals, and biological materials.
Since drying occurs while the material is in a frozen state, physical and molecular structural changes are minimal compared to other drying methods, like mesh belt dryer, fruit drying oven etc., allowing the material’s organizational structure and external morphology to be well preserved. During vacuum freeze-drying, there is no surface hardening issue, and the internal structure forms a porous, sponge-like matrix, resulting in excellent rehydration properties. This enables the product to quickly revert to its pre-dried state upon rehydration, achieving dehydration without damaging the material’s structure.
Commercial freeze dryers operate on the same fundamental principles as laboratory or household-scale small freeze dryers or food freeze dryers. However, the key differences lie in their scale, production capacity, level of automation, and compliance with industry standards.
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Features of Commercial Freeze Dryer
AGICO commercial freeze dryers can meet different requirements of customers, we offer various prodcution capacity ranges from 30kg to 5000kg. According to your raw materials and processing capacity per batch, we will help you to choose the appropriate model of commercial freeze dryer. Our commercial freeze dryers for sale are widely used in fruits, vegetables, meat, Chinese medicinal materials, health products, and pet food etc.
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Large-Scale Production Capacity: Equipped with an enormous chamber volume (ranging from tens to hundreds of square feet) and multi-tiered large material racks or trays, it can process hundreds to thousands of kilograms of raw materials in a single batch.
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High-Strength Structure: Constructed with industrial-grade materials (such as heavy-duty stainless steel), it can withstand continuous, high-intensity production operations, offering exceptional durability and reliability.
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High Automation: Typically integrated with Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and Human-Machine Interfaces (HMI), it enables precise control, recording, and reproduction of the entire freeze-drying process curve (temperature, pressure, time), ensuring consistency across batches and compliance with production standards (e.g., GMP).
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Powerful Refrigeration and Vacuum Systems: Equipped with high-capacity compressor units and vacuum pump sets, it rapidly achieves and maintains extremely low temperatures and vacuum levels to meet the efficiency demands of large-scale production.
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Compliance with Industry Regulations: Especially for freeze dryers used in pharmaceutical production, their design, materials, and validation must strictly adhere to international standards such as cGMP (Current Good Manufacturing Practice) and FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration).
Commercial Freeze Dryer Details
Application of Commercial Freeze Dryer
Food Industry
Premium Ready-to-Eat Foods: Freeze-dried fruit slices (strawberries, mangoes), vegetables (corn, mushrooms), instant soup ingredients, meats, seafood, and more. Freeze drying maximizes the preservation of color, aroma, flavor, shape, and nutrients, with excellent rehydration properties.
Coffee: Production of instant freeze-dried coffee, which offers far superior flavor compared to traditionally spray-dried coffee.
Astronaut and Outdoor Foods: Highly favored for being lightweight, nutritionally preserved, and free of preservatives.
Pharmaceuticals and Bioengineering
This is the field with the most stringent process requirements. Commercial freeze dryers are used in the production of injectable powders, vaccines, antibiotics, plasma, enzymes, probiotics, and other bioactive materials. The freeze-drying process maintains drug activity while ensuring long-term storage and transportation stability.
Chemical and Other Industries
Preparation of nanomaterials and ceramic powders.
Cultural Heritage Restoration: Drying soaked ancient books, wooden artifacts, and other items to prevent deformation and cracking.
Research Institutions: For large-scale sample preparation required in scientific studies.
Commercial Freeze Dryer Specifications
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Model |
WK-5 |
WK-10 |
WK-20 |
WK-50 |
WK-100 |
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area (sq. m) |
5 |
10.5 |
20 |
50.31 |
98.7 |
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Output (approx.) |
50KG |
100KG |
200KG |
500KG |
1000kg |
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Maximum ice capacity |
100KG |
200KG |
400KG |
800KG |
1500kg |
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Control |
Microprocessor |
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Finish |
Ra≤0.5um (0.5Mircon) |
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Material |
SUS 304 |
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Temperature range |
-45~-50°C to + 80°C |
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Number of shelves |
5+1(upper radiant shelf) |
7+1(upper radiant shelf) |
10+ 1(upper radiant shelf) |
(15+1)x2,(upper radiant shelf) |
(15+1)×2,(upper radiant shelf) |
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Dimension (LxWxT) (mm) |
1000x1000x20 |
1500x1000x20 |
2000x1000x20 |
3100x541x18 |
6080x541x18 |
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Spacing (mm) |
65 |
65 |
70 |
77 |
77 |
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Power |
37kw |
63kw |
88kw |
150kw |
278kw |
Dimension of unit (approx.)
(LxWxH) (mm) |
4500×2100×
3600 |
6300x2100x
3600 |
7600×2100×
3600 |
9100x2500x
3600 |
16000x2500x
3600 |
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Weight (approx.) |
5000kg |
6500kg |
7500kg |
14000kg |
20000kg |
Note: We can customize different capacity of commercial freeze dryer according to your requirement.
Small Commercial Freeze Dryer for Sale (4–20 kg per batch)
AGICO small commercial freeze dryer is compact in size, space-saving, and highly flexible. It is suitable for home kitchens, laboratories, or small-scale factories, providing a compact and efficient solution for small-scale food production and pilot testing.
These units combine precise temperature control with energy-saving technology, delivering excellent freeze-drying performance for fruits, vegetables, meats, seafood, and candies. The batch processing capacity ranges from 4 kg to 20 kg.
✔ Batch capacity: 4kg – 20kg.
✔ Operation: fully automatic / semi-automatic optional.
✔ Configuration: vacuum system, condenser, intelligent touch screen control.
We provide factory direct sale, with reasonable price and after-sales guarantee, helping you quickly start your freeze-dried food journey.
Medium-Sized Commercial Freeze Dryer (30–300 kg per batch)
The AGICO medium-sized industrial commercial freeze dryer is an ideal choice for food processing plants, contract manufacturers, and large specialty food producers. With a batch capacity ranging from 30 kg to 300 kg, it achieves the perfect balance between production efficiency and product quality. Its advanced control system ensures consistent quality for products such as fruits, vegetables, meats, seafood, and herbs, while the robust stainless-steel construction guarantees long-lasting durability even in demanding production environments. It provides reliable and scalable solutions for growing food production enterprises.
✔ Batch capacity: 30–300 kg.
✔ Advanced control system: delivers consistent drying results every time.
✔ Energy-saving technology: reduces operating costs in large-batch production.
✔ Industrial-grade construction: stainless steel, hygienic, and durable.
Large-Scale Commercial Freeze Dryer for Sale (500 kg per batch and above)
The AGICO large freeze dryer is designed for industrial-scale freeze drying in high-volume production, built to meet the rigorous demands of commercial and industrial operations. Each batch can process 500 kg or more, delivering exceptional product quality while ensuring efficient energy utilization. Our large-scale freeze dryers are the ideal choice for the pharmaceutical, food, and biotechnology industries, as they maximize nutrient retention and ensure product stability in large-batch freeze drying.
✔ High capacity: suitable for large-scale production requirements.
✔ High Efficiency: suitable for large-scale production, meeting the needs of commercial enterprises.
✔ Stable Performance: highly automated equipment with reliable and consistent operation.
✔ Energy-Saving & Eco-Friendly: optimized refrigeration and vacuum systems to reduce energy consumption.
Commercial Freeze Dryer Price
The price of a commercial freeze dryer varies significantly depending on the model and configuration. The main factors influencing the commercial freeze dryer price include:
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Production capacity (batch processing volume, e.g., 50 kg, 500 kg, 1000 kg, etc.).
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Cold trap temperature and vacuum level (determine freeze drying efficiency and energy consumption).
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Level of automation (semi-automatic / fully automatic).
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Customization requirements (such as for special materials or pharmaceutical-grade standards).
In general, small commercial freeze dryers come at a moderate price, making them suitable for startups or R&D use. In contrast, large fully automatic commercial freeze dryers require higher investment but are ideal for large-scale production in food factories, pharmaceutical companies, and other industrial applications.
Want to know the exact commercial freeze dryer price? You can contact us for a customized quotation and solution. We offer a wide range of commercial freeze dryers for sale. Whether you are in food processing, pharmaceuticals, or agricultural deep processing, you will find the right equipment. Our advantages include
available stock and customization services, comprehensive after-sales support, technical training, and global delivery with installation guidance.
AGICO has years of experience in freeze dryer manufacturing, providing one-stop services from project design, equipment manufacturing, installation, and commissioning to after-sales support. Our equipment is certified by multiple international standards, ensuring stable quality and reliable performance. We have successfully delivered commercial freeze dryer solutions to clients in dozens of countries, earning excellent reputation worldwide.
If you are looking for a commercial freeze dryer for sale and want to get a reasonable commercial freeze dryer price, feel free to contact us. We will provide you with professional product solutions and quotations to help your business enhance product value and gain a competitive edge in the market.
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