Most people don’t think twice about what’s inside a tiny vial of medication. Maybe it’s a vaccine, maybe a life-saving injection—but what’s remarkable is that, in many cases, the substance inside isn’t liquid at all. It’s a dry, powdery form of the original drug, brought to you courtesy of lyophilization. And in the world ofRead more
In today’s world, people are reading labels more closely than ever. They want to know what’s in their food —and just as importantly, what’s not. That’s why more consumers are gravitating toward products without artificial additives or preservatives. And it’s also why lyophilization, or freeze-drying, has become a go-to method for brands that care aboutRead more
Lyophilizer vs. Freeze Dryer What is a lyophilizer? How does it work? Lyophilizer and freeze dryer are synonymous names for the same equipment. A lyophilizer executes a water removal process typically used to preserve perishable materials, to extend shelf life or make the material more convenient for transport. Lyophilizers work by freezing the material, thenRead more
As sales of Harvest Right Freeze Dryers skyrocket, many of the owners are using their machines to counteract the economic impact of Covid-related shutdowns and layoffs. Purchasing a freeze dryer isn’t like buying a dehydrator. This is a serious investment, and there are many ways to use the machine to pay for itself. While manyRead more
Brothers Ben and John Ritner loved going on hiking trips together, but what they didn’t love was eating bland, salty freeze-dried meals. One day while sitting around the campfire they came up with a plan – to make freeze-dried meals better. John, who attended culinary school, and Ben, who studied web development and business, decidedRead more
