PEF can dramatically improve the quality of freeze-dried products, capturing more of the natural shape, flavour, aroma and colour of the fresh produce

Better shape retention

PEF treatment leads to a higher quality product with increased form stability and less shrinkage.

Retain more flavour, aroma and colour

Shorter drying times and better process control enabled by PEF mean that the raw product retains more of its original colour, shape and flavour.

Potential energy savings, increase capacity & reduce process time

The production process becomes more sustainable with shorter process times, providing energy savings and an increase in capacity.

Better rehydration

Better shape preservation with PEF treatment produces a more open product structure, enhancing rehydration.

PEF induces electroporation, which opens cell membranes
in the treated product. This increases the internal
diffusion, resulting in improved mass transfer.

Discover how PEF can reduce food waste and enable new product opportunities

PEF can enable new dried product opportunities for producers looking to make better use of their surplus or second-class produce.
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Find the right Elea PEF Advantage system for your drying

Elea PEF Advantage systems have a fully flexible processing capacity. Able to process a single vegetable or a full load with no impact on the PEF treatment and putting you fully in control of your production planning. All Elea systems are designed to be easily and fully integrated into your existing production line with minimal disruption.
We have installed more than 200 Elea PEF systems globally, working for some of the world’s leading food producers. Every Elea PEF Advantage system shares the same 24/7 production capability and is built to operate under extreme conditions.

Elea PEF Advantage benefits for freeze-drying in greater detail

Better shape retention

Better colour

Better flavour & aroma

Low energy consumption

Improved texture and mouthfeel

Water activity in apple tissue

Freeze-drying kinetics on apple tissue

Improve rehydration capacity

The figures here are for example purposes only and are dependent on the raw material

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Elea customer support for freeze drying

From your initial brief to final installation, we quickly get your new PEF system working perfectly for your product.
Every PEF solution we provide for our clients is tailored to their specific requirements. 

We can trial your product at our specialist PEF piloting facility at our headquarters in Quakenbrück, Germany, or we can run trials on location at your production line.

Once trials are finished, you can be sure that you are getting the most optimal PEF treatment for your product.

Our scientists and engineers work with our clients every step of the way offering expert guidance and professional advice for your chip product. We take your product concept and apply our industry-leading knowledge and experience to designing a system that will deliver greatest value.

Technical care and support

We offer a range of service options including remote monitoring and 24 hours support.

Installation and commissioning

Our specialist installation teams work closely with our customers to ensure smooth, swift and successful commissioning of our systems into your production line.

24 / 7 / 365 Support

As part of our service contract, we supply each customer with round the clock technical support. With our team of support engineers, options for remote maintenance and on-site spare parts, we keep you up, running and efficient.

Remote monitoring

Optionally the ELEA PEF-systems can be connected for remote diagnostic and support by our Customer Service Department. For this option, ELEA can offer a specific package.

With our team of support engineers, options for remote maintenance and on-site spare parts, we keep you up, running and efficient.
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Freeze drying with PEF short film

Meet the Elea freeze drying team

Kevin Hill
R&D Engineer (M. Sc.)
Oleskii Parnikov
Principal Scientist
Jimmy Kinsella
Engineering Manager
Johannes Pfeiffer
Sales Manager
The Elea freeze drying team includes process engineers, food and bio technologists, mechanical and electrical engineers and more – all of whom specialise in Pulsed Electric Field.