Mexico – 35 Tons of Gelatin Gummies Dried in Just 3 Days

In early 2025, a food manufacturer in Mexico approached us with a specific challenge: drying large quantities of gelatin gummies quickly, without affecting their quality. Their production capacity was high—each batch involved around 35 tons of gummies—but their existing drying method required up to nine days to finish a single batch. This was creating serious bottlenecks in their schedule.

Gelatin gummies are particularly tricky to dry. If the temperature is too high, they deform, become sticky, or lose their chewiness. If the airflow is uneven, some trays dry faster than others. Our customer needed a solution that was faster, more consistent, and energy-efficient.

After analyzing their needs and space, we recommended our EMB-JL600D heat pump drying room. It's designed specifically for low-temperature drying, making it ideal for gelatin-based products. They decided to install 14 units of this model to match their production volume.

Once everything was set up and tested, the results were immediate. The drying time dropped from 9 days to just 3 days, with no compromise in quality. The gummies came out evenly dried, with the original color, texture, and taste well preserved.

Thanks to the closed-loop heat pump system, energy use was also more efficient. Compared to traditional drying rooms or hot-air ovens, the EMB-JL600D runs at lower temperatures and recycles heat inside the system—reducing both power consumption and room humidity.

This upgrade not only solved the drying bottleneck but also helped the customer improve scheduling and reduce operational costs. For future expansion, we also recommended our AIO series integrated drying units, which can save space and simplify installation for growing production lines.

This project is a great example of how the right drying system can bring both technical and economic benefits—especially when dealing with moisture-sensitive products like gummies.