Production line and factory setup overview
A workshop line for sorting, gentle washing, dewatering, low-temperature drying, grading and milling a controlled portion of dried mulberries.
Recommended lowest-entry line configuration For the lowest credible entry, select a 300 kg/batch heat-pump dryer with sorting table, gentle washer, centrifugal dewaterer, pin mill and semi-manual packing.
Production process and implementation sequence
- Lot receiving and removal of damaged berries
- Gentle washing and draining
- Single-layer tray loading
- Low-temperature staged drying
- Conditioning and moisture equalization
- Grading whole dried mulberries
- Controlled milling and sieving of powder lots
- Moisture-barrier packing and dry storage
Products, capacity and market fit
- Mulberries are fragile and highly seasonal, so controlled drying can prevent rapid post-harvest loss.
- Whole dried fruit and powder provide two sale grades from one dryer.
- Powder uses broken but safe dried pieces that may not meet whole-fruit appearance grades.
- A heat-pump batch dryer fits village aggregation better than a large spray-drying plant.
- Whole dried mulberries - Buyer-approved moisture, color, size and water activity - Retail, bakery and snack buyers
- Mulberry powder - Declared mesh, moisture and microbiological limits - Bakery, beverage and ingredient users
Core production machinery and line specifications
| Machine / stage | Function / value | Production note |
|---|---|---|
| Sorting table | Removes leaves, mold and damaged fruit | Good lighting and food-grade surface |
| Gentle bubble washer | Cleans berries with limited bruising | Short residence and potable rinse |
| Dewatering centrifuge | Removes surface water before drying | Low-damage basket or air knife |
| Heat-pump tray dryer | Dries berries at controlled low temperature | 300 kg/batch starter |
| Conditioning bins | Equalizes moisture before grading | Food-grade covered containers |
| Vibratory grader | Separates whole saleable fruit and fines | Interchangeable screens |
| Pin mill and sieve | Produces powder from released dry lots | Low-heat milling with dust control |
| Weigher and band sealer | Packs whole fruit and powder | Moisture-barrier pouches |
Raw materials, utilities and factory requirements
- Sound Afghan mulberries
- Potable water
- Moisture-barrier pouches and bulk liners
- Labels, cartons and optional validated oxygen absorber
- Stable three-phase electricity
- Potable process water and hygienic drainage
- Food-grade heat source
- Ventilated washable processing room
- Clean dry packing and finished-goods storage
Indicative low-entry investment and implementation plan
These planning ranges prioritize economical machinery, local labor and local civil works. Final pricing follows confirmed capacity, product specification, delivery terms and site conditions.
| Scope | Indicative range | Entry-plan note |
|---|---|---|
| Sorting, washing and dewatering | US$4k-9k | Gentle compact preparation |
| Heat-pump tray dryer | US$8k-18k | 300 kg/batch starter |
| Grading, pin mill and dust control | US$4k-10k | Small powder route |
| Packing and quality tools | US$3k-7k | Two semi-manual formats |
| Freight, installation and spares | US$4k-9k | Confirm chamber dimensions |
| Indicative low-entry total | US$23k-53k | Building, fruit and working capital excluded |
Detailed proposal and next step
The proposal contains the complete line flow, machinery scope, raw-material and utility requirements, implementation stages and indicative entry planning. Final configuration follows confirmed products, capacity, site and budget.