This specialized oven is designed to facilitate both the drying and gelatinization processes of starches, crucial for producing high-quality food products and industrial applications. The oven employs a combination of heat and controlled moisture levels to achieve optimal starch modification.

Key Features

Dual Functionality: The oven serves two primary purposes—drying gelatinized starch pastes and enhancing the gelatinization process through precise temperature control.

Temperature Control: Capable of maintaining temperatures that promote gelatinization, typically between 55°C to 90°C, depending on the type of starch used. This ensures that starch granules swell and absorb water effectively, leading to a viscous slurry essential for various culinary applications25.

Moisture Regulation: The oven includes humidity control systems to manage moisture levels during the drying process. This is vital as excessive moisture can hinder the drying efficiency and affect the final product's texture and quality.

Microwave Drying Option: For enhanced efficiency, the oven can integrate microwave technology, allowing for rapid drying by flash volatilizing entrapped water. This method produces low-density, porous starch products that are characterized by their softness and friability