How to Dry Gummies?

Gummies are a beloved treat worldwide, but achieving the perfect texture requires precise drying / conditioning. Without proper drying, gummies can become sticky, overly soft, or inconsistent in texture. In this blog, we’ll explore the drying / conditioning process, the necessary equipment, and the benefits of using proper drying and conditioning solutions.

Let’s Clear Things Up for You!

In this special blog post, we’re diving into the art of drying gummies — also known as conditioning. What does it take, why is it so crucial, and how can you achieve the best results? We’ll break it all down for you, so keep reading to discover the key to perfectly conditioned gummies!

What is the Process of Drying Gummies?

The drying process is a crucial step in gummy production. After depositing the gummy mixture into moulds or trays with starch, they must be dried to achieve the right firmness and stability. Drying typically takes place in a controlled environment where temperature, humidity, and airflow are carefully monitored. Since this process involves more than just drying, we refer to it as Conditioning.

Key Steps in the Conditioning Process:

Initial Setting: Freshly deposited gummies begin to set as they cool.
Pre-Drying: Excess moisture starts to migrate in a low-humidity environment.
Final Drying: Gummies are exposed to a specific humidity level and temperature for several hours or days, depending on the formula.
Conditioning: After demoulding the gummies can be further stabilized to ensure uniform texture and prevent stickiness.

Why Should You Condition Your Gummies?

Conditioning is the process of balancing moisture content throughout the gummies. Without proper conditioning, gummies can be uneven in texture, with some pieces being too firm while others remain too soft. Proper conditioning ensures:

Consistency in texture and chewiness.
Prevention of stickiness or sugar crystallization.
Improved product stability and shelf life.

By controlling moisture migration within the gummies, conditioning helps maintain their quality and prevents quality issues during packaging and storage.

What Equipment is Needed to Dry Gummies?

Drying and conditioning require specialized equipment to ensure optimal results. There is really only one suitable and proven solution for conditioning and drying gummies. Tanis offers high-quality Conditioning Rooms to optimize this process as much as possible. Various intelligent technologies come together in our so-called T-Rooms. These rooms are operated via a user-friendly interface and are fine-tuned in collaboration with our experts to suit different recipes for an optimal end product. Each recipe, application, and environment requires a different setup, and the Tanis T-Rooms have already proven their flexibility and efficiency. The T-Rooms can be supplied for manual infeed, track systems, or even in combination with state-of-the-art AGV’s (Automated Guided Vehicles).

The airhandler of the Tanis Conditioning Room can heat the air, cool the air and dry the air to the required temperature and humidity setpoint. For drying, the recipe module of the conditioning room contains a step wise program with steps of X minutes at X temperature and X humidity.

What Are the Benefits of Proper Conditioning or Drying Equipment?

Using the right Conditioning Rooms provides numerous advantages:

Enhanced Product Quality: Consistent texture, chewiness, and stability.
Elimating Starch Conditioning: Depending on the recipe, it is even possible to dry the starch in the trays simultaneously with the gummies. This eliminates the need for separate starch conditioning.
Energy Efficiency: Thanks to optimal airflow and advanced technologies in the air handling unit, Tanis Conditioning Rooms operate with high efficiency, significantly reducing ROI-time.
Reduced Waste: Prevents defects such as overly hard or sticky gummies.
Improved Output: Faster production times with automated solutions.
Extended Shelf Life: Ensures gummies remain fresh and appealing for longer periods.

Investing in the right drying and conditioning solutions is crucial for producing high-quality gummies that meet consumer expectations while maximizing your production capacity.

Conclusion

Drying / Conditioning is a very critical step in gummy production. By carefully managing moisture levels with the right equipment, manufacturers can create perfect gummies with consistent texture, taste, and quality. Whether you’re scaling up production or refining your existing process, investing in proper drying and conditioning solutions will yield significant benefits for your gummy manufacturing operations. By incorporating Tanis Conditioning Rooms into an existing production facility, candy manufacturers can significantly enhance their capacity, efficiency, and product quality.

The most optimal results are achieved when choosing a comprehensive solution in the form of a complete production line from Tanis. This ensures that every aspect of the production process aligns seamlessly, with Tanis experts ensuring each step flows perfectly. Regardless of the desired capacity or type of gummy, we’re here to help you bring your sweetest dreams to life.