The Application of Solar Dryer Technology in Enhancing Rice Cracker Production in Kromengan Village, Malang

  • Dini Kurniawati Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang
  • Thatit Manon Andini Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang
  • Aini Alifatin Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang
  • Fajar Ramadhani Anggara Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang
  • Danu Faruq Miffah Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang
  • Wisnu Ananda Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang
  • Irvan Maulana Universitas Muhammadiyah Malang
Keywords: Rengginang, Dryer, Air Content, Drying, Design

Abstract

Purpose:

To enhance the production and competitiveness of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) specializing in rice cracker production in Kromengan Village, Kromengan District, Malang Regency by implementing solar-powered drying technology.

Method:

The community service project was carried out in several phases, beginning with the design and development of the drying equipment. Subsequently, experimentation was conducted with variations in drying rack positions. This was followed by providing training on how to use the equipment. Experimental testing of the equipment was necessary to assess the effectiveness of the drying process using this technology.

 Practical Applications:

The drying process with this equipment can achieve moisture levels approaching those obtained through direct sun drying. Optimal drying occurred on racks 1 and 2 due to the efficient penetration of sunlight into the drying equipment. Additionally, the use of this equipment helps maintain the cleanliness of rice crackers by preventing dust and other contaminants.

Conclusion:

The application of solar-powered drying technology in rice cracker production has the potential to significantly improve the drying process and product quality for SMEs in Kromengan Village. This technology offers a practical solution for enhancing the competitiveness of the rice cracker industry and ensuring product hygiene, ultimately contributing to the economic development of the local community.

References

Alifatin, A., Andini, T., M., Hayatin, N., (2021). Peningkatan Daya Saing UMKM Rengginang dengan Teknologi Pengeringan Menggunakan Mesin Kolektor Tenaga Surya. JAST : Jurnal Aplikasi Sains dan Teknologi, 5(2), 2021, page 156-166

Biro Sumber Daya Manusia, Organisasi dan Hukum, (2019). Peraturan Badan Standarisasi Nasional Republik Indonesia no 6 tahun 2019 tentang Skema Penilaian Kesesuaian terhadap Standar Nasional Indonesia Sektor Pangan. Badan Standarisasi Nasional Repuplik Indonesia, 16 hal

Bellesionis, V., & Dellyannis, E., (2010). Solar Drying. Solar Energy 85 (2011) 1665–1691

Chemki, S., Zagrouba, F., Bellagi, A. (2004). Drying of agricultural crops by solar energy. Desalination 168 101-109

Firmansyah, G., & Musyahar, G. (2020). Prototipe Alat Pengering Makanan Ringan Rengginang Menggunakan Sensor Suhu LM35 Studi Kasus: UMKM Pimpinan Ranting Muhammadiyah Rogoselo. Cahaya Bagaskara: Jurnal Ilmiah Teknik Elektronika, 5(1), 1–8

Gupta, P., M., Das., A. S., Barai., R., C., Pusadkar, S.C., Pawar, V.G., (2017). Design and Construction of Solar Dryer for Drying Agricultural Products. International Research Journal of Engineering and Technology (IRJET). Volume: 04 Issue: 03 pp 1946 - 1951

Hardianti, Damayanti, R.W., Fahma, F. (2017). Faktor-Faktor Yang Mempengaruhi Proses Pengeringan Simplisia Menggunakan Solar Dryer Dengan Konsep Udara Ekstra, Prosiding Seminar Nasional Sains Dan Teknologi SNST, Fakultas Teknik Universitas Wahid Hasyim Semarang, hal 6–11

Laksono, P.W., Damayanti, R.W., Cahyono, S.I., Muttaqin, B.I.A., (2017). Performance evaluation of solar dryer with a biomass stove to meet Indonesian National Standard of ginger simplisia. Int. J. Energy Technol. Pol. 13, 378–398. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJETP.2017.085403

Notoatmodjo, (2014). Promosi Kesehatan dan Perilaku Kesehatan. Jakarta: Rineka Cipta Jakarta

Perwitasari, D., A., & Tim KKN Kecamatan Wonoasih (2021). Branding Produk Label Kemasan Sebagai Upaya Pengembangan Daya Tarik Pemasaran Pada Umkm Rengginang Di Kelurahan Pakistaji Wonoasih Kota Probolinggo. Jurnal Abdi Panca Marga, vol 2, no 1, 34 – 38

Pitt, R. E., (1984). Stochastic theory of forage drying as related to pan evaporation. Agricultural and Forest Meteorology Volume 32, Issues 3–4, September 1984, Pages 197-215

Prajapati, V.K., Nema, P.K., Rathore, S., (2011). Effect of pretreatment and drying methods on quality of value-added dried aonla (Emblica officinalis Gaertn) shreds. J. Food Sci. Technol. 48 (1), 45–52

Prakash, O., Kumar, A., (2014). Solar greenhouse drying: a review. Renew. Sustain. Energy Rev. 29, 905–910. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2013.08.084

Rizqiati, H., Hintono, A., Setyawan, A., (2021). Teknologi Pengering Rengginang Sebagai Upaya Pengembangan Umkm Aneka Makanan Ringan di Desa Papedan Kabupaten Pemalang. Inisiatif : Jurnal Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat, vol 1, no 1, 18 – 20

Saptariana, S., Putri, M., F., Agustina, T., (2014). Peningkatan Kualitas Produksi Rengginang Ketan Menggunakan Teknologi Pengeringan Buatan. Rekayasa, Vol 12, no 1, 11 – 15

Singh, P., Shrivastava, V., Kumar, A., (2018). Recent developments in greenhouse solar drying: a review. Renew. Sustain. Energy Rev. 82 (3), 3250–3262

Soebiantoro, F.A., Tarigan, E., Hwa, L., Halim, V.P., Sapei, L., (2018). Drying characteristics of curcuma longa using solar dryer. Pertanika J Sci Technol 26, 1265–1274

Suryana, D., Utami, A., R., Sultoni, A., I., Bangsawan, H., T., (2020). Studi Efisiensi Proses Pengeringan Rengginang Pada Alat Pengering Yang Memiliki Delapan Loyang. Jurnal Teknologi Proses Dan Inovasi Industri, Vol. 5, No. 1, 1 – 4

Published
2023-11-02
How to Cite
Kurniawati, D., Andini, T., Alifatin, A., Anggara, F., Miffah, D., Ananda, W., & Maulana, I. (2023). The Application of Solar Dryer Technology in Enhancing Rice Cracker Production in Kromengan Village, Malang. Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat, 4(2), 554-565. https://doi.org/10.32815/jpm.v4i2.2043