JIMU Heat Pump VHT Equipment
In the global trade in agricultural products, it is essential to secure fruits from contamination by pests and pathogens. Steam heat treatment (Vapour Heat Treatment, VHT), as a key quarantine technology, plays an irreplaceable role in protecting the quality and safety of fruits. With the development of JIMU heat pump technology, the application of VHT has been further enhanced, especially in the rapid cooling after treatment, and the advantages of this technology have become particularly obvious.
Role of VHT in fruit quarantine
VHT kills internal pests and pathogens by heating fruits evenly using water vapor. This method is suitable to fruits that are sensitive to chemical treatment and ensures the safety of fruits without the use of harmful chemicals. VHT is not only effective, but also has unique advantages in maintaining the original flavor and nutritional value of the fruit.
The JIMU heat pump technology
JIMU heat pump technology is an innovative thermal energy management solution, which provides an energy-saving and environmentally friendly heating and cooling method through efficient energy conversion and utilization. The JIMU heat pump can not only provide a high energy efficiency ratio during the heating process, but also achieve rapid cooling during the cooling process, which is crucial for rapid cooling after VHT.
Combination of VHT with the JIMU heat pump technology
JIMU's newly developed heat pump VHT equipment has greater advantages than traditional VHT equipment:
Cost Benefits Over Irradiation Methods
When juxtaposed with conventional irradiation technology, the JIMU Heat Pump VHT machine boasts a distinct edge in cost management. While irradiation is indeed an effective quarantine treatment, it comes with higher construction and operational expenses, and is often hampered by public acceptance and regulatory hurdles. The JIMU Heat Pump VHT machine presents a more cost-effective and pragmatic solution, thanks to its lower initial and operational expenditures.
In Vietnam, the JIMU Heat Pump VHT (Vapor Heat Treatment) machine has become a resounding success, especially within the domain of mango export quarantine. This innovative equipment, celebrated for its affordability and efficiency, has garnered extensive user approval and is projected to slash export quarantine costs by over $1 million.
The JIMU VHT machine is capable of converting to a refrigeration mode, rapidly cooling fruits down to below 30°C. This extends the shelf life of the fruits in supermarkets and ensures they maintain an excellent appearance.
Dual function: The JIMU heat pump can operate in both heating and cooling modes, providing flexibility for VHT treatment.
Energy efficiency improvement: In the VHT process, the high energy efficiency ratio of the JIMU heat pump helps to reduce energy consumption and reduce operating costs.
Accurate temperature control: JIMU heat pump technology can accurately control the temperature during the heating and cooling process to ensure the effect of VHT and fruit quality.
Rapid cooling: After VHT treatment, the JIMU heat pump can quickly reduce the temperature of the fruit and reduce the possible fruit damage caused by prolonged high temperature treatment.
Environment-friendly: The JIMU heat pump produces almost no greenhouse gas emissions during operation, and is an environmentally friendly heating and cooling option.
Easy operation: Automatic control of the JIMU heat pump system reduces the need for manual operation and improves the reliability of the process.
Economic benefits: JIMU heat pump VHT equipment, not only the equipment cost is lower than the traditional VHT equipment, but also the energy consumption is only 30% of the traditional equipment, which is a revolutionary cost reduction.
The combination of VHT and JIMU heat pump technology provides an efficient, environmentally friendly and economical solution for fruit quarantine treatment. The refrigeration function of JIMU heat pump technology, especially in the rapid cooling stage after VHT, provides an important guarantee for the protection of fruit from thermal damage. With the increasing global focus on food safety and sustainable agricultural practices, the combination of JIMU heat pump technology and VHT will become an important force driving the industry, helping to improve the quality and safety of agricultural products while reducing the impact on the environment.