JUA Technologies

The Dehytray Portable Solar Food Dehydrator dries fruits, vegetables, herbs, spices, and meats using solar energy. It is described as lightweight and durable and as helping reduce energy use while retaining nutrients and flavor.

Center piece vent, which locks with the frame covers. Manufactured from FDA approved polymer for food contact.

Yellow top cover frame for opening lid. Manufactured from FDA approved polymer for food contact (BPA free). Need a pair to complete assembly of the Dehytray portable dehydrator.

A food grade scrapper for safely peeling off sticky products from the tray after drying. It can also be used as a stirring tool. Comes only in Yellow color. Other colors on special large quantity orders.

JUA Technologies International offers a solar dryer for drying foods.

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JUA Technologies International establishes **Dehytech East Africa Limited (DEAL)** as its subsidiary in Kenya to serve the East African region. The company will handle imports, distribution, marketing, and technical services for JUA’s solar food dryers, including the **Dehytray** model. DEAL begins operations in **January 2021** as the sole regional representative for JUA’s technologies.

Jan 2021JUA Technologies InternationalNews article

BrazAgro Ltd. begins distributing the Dehytray farm machinery across East Africa starting December 10, 2019. The product gained strong interest from local farmers and processors after demonstrations at the 6th Agritec Exhibition and Congress in Nairobi. Cofounders Klein Ileleji and Reiko Habuto Ileleji showcased the Dehytray, highlighting its potential to improve profitability for agricultural operations in the region.

Dec 2019JUA Technologies InternationalNews article

Small farmers in Hong Kong’s Sheung Wan district traditionally dry seafood and plants like scallops, sea cucumbers, and orange peel using sun exposure. A solar-powered dehydrator aims to modernize this process, potentially reducing food waste for small-scale producers by preserving perishables more efficiently.

Oct 2019Smithsonian MagazineNews article