SolPod [preserves food 20x longer]
Solar Food Dehadration
Our technology (patent pending), is an effective, low-cost solution to food spoilage that is common among most developing nations. Using solar energy to dehydrate fruits, vegetables, carbohydrates, spices, fish and meats, the Solpod extends the shelf lives of perishable food items, giving users a simple and cost effective means of food preservation. A unique technical feature of the design is the creation of a natural flow of hot air over food items in a central chamber. Alternative processes bring perishable food items to cooking temperatures, and traditional methods employ harmful smoke and necessitate at least five weeks of exposure to smoke or sunlight. The Solpod requires just six hours to dry over 10lbs of its contents, under normal temperatures. With no electrical parts involved in its design, the Solpod is very inexpensive, easy to maintain and repair.
A day at the market with the Solpod
Food storage and drying unit
Sun receptive membrane
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Air suction entry
How the Solpod works
Our carefully selected materials are designed to trap the maximum amount of sun’s heat. The trapped heat is then forced up the capillary into the drying chamber where it absorbs the moisture content from the food via a “through-pass” technology process. This process enables moisture content to be absorbed while retaining the flavor and nutritive value in the food content.
