Pet Food

Re-defining Dehydration

The Technology: Pairing multi-wave + vacuum technology, GentleDry™ enables uniform, rapid, low-temperature dehydration followed by a rigorous, validated kill step for maximum product safety.

The Result: The best of both worlds: the efficiency of thermal drying and the superior quality of freeze-drying.

Products that are safe and substantially richer in nutrients, pigments, and flavors than conventional technologies.

Strong Commercial Validation

• Over 100,000 lbs of retail product delivered to 10+ active pet food partners.
• SKUs in large retail chain (PetSmart, Pet Valu)

Fully Certified For Safety and Quality

• HACCP Certified
• Customizable Kill Step (70-100C)
• CFIA Cert (Coming Q2, 2026)

Proven Patented & Clean Technology

• Multiwave + Vacuum + Proprietary Design
• All-electric
• No emissions (carbon or odour)

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Key Metrics

“We never dreamed of having a low temperature drying system with such a great margin” – Marc, Industry Partner

DECREASED DRYING COST:

50% cost reduction over freeze dryer methods.

INCREASED THROUGHPUT:

High efficiency batch process that dries products in 30-90 minutes.

NUTRIENT PRESERVATION:

97% of nutrients preserved with minimal oxidation maintaining a fresh look and feel.

DECREASED DRYING COST: 50% cost reduction over freeze dryer methods.

INCREASED THROUGHPUT: High efficiency batch process that dries products in 30-90 minutes.

NUTRIENT PRESERVATION: 97% of nutrients preserved with minimal oxidation maintaining a fresh look and feel.

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GentleDry™ Opens New Doors for Innovation

GentleDry™ handles diverse materials and forms, opening new doors for product innovation.

Applications

Single-Ingredient Treats, Complete Meals, Toppers, Raw Diets, and Crumbles

Materials

Animal Proteins (Meat, Organs, Skins, Bones, Fish), Fruits, and Vegetables

Forms

Whole Pieces, Slices (6-12mm), Twists, Cubes, and Formed (Patties, Bars)

GentleDry™

Freeze Dry

Air Dry

Thermal Dry

Drying Time (hours)

1–1.5

16–48

8–24

1–2

Energy Use

Medium

High

Medium

High

Drying Temperature (C)

35–40°

0°

50-85°

70°

Relative Drying Cost (per kg)

1x

2–4x

1–1.5x

0.5–1x

Footprint (sqm)

7.5

30–50

15–25

30–40

GentleDry™

Drying Time:
1–1.5 hours

Energy Use:
Medium

Drying Temperature (C):
35–40°

Relative Drying Cost (per kg):
1x

Footprint (sqm):
7.5

Freeze Dry

Drying Time:
16–48 hours

Energy Use:
High

Drying Temperature (C):
0°

Relative Drying Cost (per kg):
2–4x

Footprint (sqm):
30–50

Air Dry

Drying Time:
8–24 hours

Energy Use:
Medium

Drying Temperature (C):
50-85°

Relative Drying Cost (per kg):
1–1.5x

Footprint (sqm):
15–25

Thermal Dry

Drying Time:
1–2 hours

Energy Use:
High

Drying Temperature (C):
70°

Relative Drying Cost (per kg):
0.5–1x

Footprint (sqm):
30–40

All systems compared on same throughput | Drying cost reflects full system cost: equipment, energy, labor, and upkeep

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End-to-End Scalability

We don’t just provide technology; we partner with you through every stage of your product’s lifecycle. Whether you are in the early stages of R&D, ready to bridge the gap through our toll manufacturing services or prepared to fully integrate our drying technology into your own facility, we provide a seamless transition that adapts to your growth.