Drying Beads®
Drying Beads® are a next-generation desiccant technology for fast, efficient seed drying and low-humidity storage without heat input.
Designed for small seed lots, parent lines, research samples, and treated or coated seed, Drying Beads® help protect seed viability while supporting repeatable drying workflows in labs and seed operations.
Product Overview
Drying Beads® Technology is a seed drying solution made from crystalline zeolite, a highly hygroscopic material selected for fast water absorption even in low relative humidity conditions. With a specific pore size for water, Drying Beads® provide strong moisture binding at 20-25% of their weight, making them a high-performance option for controlled seed drying and storage.
Unlike heat-based drying methods, Drying Beads® can dry seeds at any temperature with no heat input. The technology is renewable, green, sustainable, and can be fully reactivated at high temperature: 230°C / 450°F for 2 hours.
Why it stands out for seed researchers and seed operations
- Fast drying without heat input for sensitive seed lots and research samples
- Effective low-humidity performance for drying and storage applications
- Renewable and reusable desiccant technology with practical full reactivation
🌟 Features & Benefits
- Specific pore size for water absorption
- Low-cost, high-efficiency desiccant technology
- Fast seed drying with no heat input
- Storage and drying at any temperature
- Practical full reactivation of Drying Beads®
- Completely renewable, green, and sustainable
- Helps maximize seed viability and shelf life
- Can provide substantial savings when compared to cold storage
- Maintains capacity after reactivation cycles
- Non-toxic, food-grade material
Applications
- Fast seed drying at any temperature
- Quick drying of coated or treated seeds
- Efficient drying and storage of seeds at low relative humidity
🎯 Target Uses
- Small seed lots, parent lines, and research samples
- Sample drying before DNA extraction
- Seed drying workflows where heat input is not desired
🎛️ Optional Products
DryStore® packages are available in multiple formats:
DryBox® - 1.6, 8.4, and 16 liters
DrumDry® - 50 and 100 liters
The information given is believed to be accurate and is given in good faith, but no representation or warranty as to its completeness or accuracy is made.