Mushroom Planting Air Conditioner: Things You May Want to Know

The multi-station barrel-holding bagging machine production line adopts a double-mixing and storage mode, which allows the bagging machine to operate continuously. The bagging length and tightness of the bagging machine are adjustable, which is suitable for the operation of long bags of shiitake mushrooms. The sleeve is replaceable, and it integrates multiple process operations such as mixing, lifting, material distribution, bagging, and automatic tying, which can meet the daily production of nearly 80,000 bags.

1.Raw Material Preparation
Mix raw materials according to the nutritional needs of the mushroom species (e.g., 78% sawdust, 20% bran, 1% gypsum, 1% lime). Use sawdust from broad-leaved trees (e.g., poplar, birch) and screen out large impurities. Bran must be fresh and free of mold, while corn cobs should be crushed into particles 1/4 to 1/3 the size of a corn kernel for uniform mixing. Use a spiral mixer to blend the materials for 15-20 minutes, ensuring even distribution and consistent nutrition to support mycelium growth.、

2.Bag Formation
Use a bagging machine to evenly fill polypropylene bags with the prepared mixture, adjusting weight and compactness as required (e.g., shiitake mushroom bags typically weigh 1.2-3 kg with moderate compactness). After filling, seal the bags with a binding machine to ensure a firm closure, preventing contamination. Machine binding is more efficient and reliable, making it a critical step in the production process.

3.Sterilization
Sterilization is crucial and requires strict control of temperature, pressure, and time:
Atmospheric Sterilization: Place the mushroom bags in a sterilization chamber, maintaining a temperature of 100°C for 10-12 hours using steam.
High-Pressure Sterilization: Sterilize under high temperature and pressure (121°C, 0.1-0.15 MPa) for 2-3 hours. This method is more effective but involves higher equipment costs. After sterilization, allow the bags to cool to a safe temperature before moving to the inoculation stage.

4.Inoculation
Inoculation must be performed in a sterile environment. Operators wear sterile clothing and use disinfected tools (e.g., inoculation needles, scoops) to evenly introduce the spawn into holes or onto the surface of the mushroom bags. The inoculation amount depends on the species and bag size (e.g., 10-15 g per bag for enoki mushrooms). The inoculation room is equipped with air filtration systems, UV lamps, and ozone generators to maintain sterility. Pass-through windows facilitate the transfer of materials while minimizing external contamination.

5.Cultivation
Place mushroom bags on multi-layer cultivation racks with adequate spacing for ventilation and observation. Adjust the environment based on the mushroom species:
Temperature: 22-26°C for shiitake, 20-25°C for king oyster mushrooms.
Humidity: Maintain at 60-70% using humidifiers or dehumidifiers.
Light: Oyster mushrooms thrive in diffused light, while enoki mushrooms grow better in darkness.
Ventilation: Ensure 1-2 air exchanges per hour to meet the oxygen needs of the mycelium.
Regularly inspect the growth conditions, and adjust ventilation or environmental parameters if excessive growth or abnormalities are detected, ensuring smooth cultivation progress.

The edible mushroom air purifier is a specialized piece of equipment designed for the production and cultivation of edible mushrooms. Combining advanced air filtration and ozone sterilization technologies, it can quickly purify the environment without leaving any chemical residues, achieving a cleanliness level of ISO 5 (Class 100).

Technical Principles
The core technology of the edible mushroom air purifier lies in its unique air filtration system and ozone sterilization capabilities.

Air Filtration System: Effectively intercepts dust and microorganisms in the air, improving cleanliness.
Ozone Sterilization: Uses ozone to efficiently kill bacteria, viruses, and molds, minimizing microbial contamination in the space.

These technologies enable rapid purification while ensuring no chemical residues, making it safe and environmentally friendly.

Application Scenarios
The air purifier is widely used in mushroom production environments where strict microbial contamination control is required, especially in:

Inoculation Rooms: Prevents contamination during the inoculation process, ensuring cultivation success.
Incubation Rooms: Provides a sterile environment, promoting the healthy growth of mushroom cultures.

With its high efficiency and safety, this device has become an ideal choice for both mushroom factories and individual growers.

Economic Benefits
The edible mushroom air purifier is not only a technological innovation in workspace purification but also brings significant economic benefits:

Low Investment Cost: Compared to traditional purification methods, this device costs only one-fifth as much but achieves the same or even better purification results.
Long-Term Savings: The annual savings on disinfectant costs are sufficient to purchase a new device, significantly reducing operational expenses.
Wide Applicability: Whether in standardized mushroom factories or individual cultivation settings, this device provides practical benefits, enhancing production efficiency and profitability.

Conclusion
With its advantages of efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness, the edible mushroom air purifier offers strong support for mushroom production. It is an indispensable piece of equipment for modern mushroom cultivation.

Mushroom production heavily depends on cultivation bags. As the saying goes: "Mushrooms first, bags second, management third." This highlights the importance of bag quality as the foundation of successful mushroom cultivation. However, issues like bag rupture, contamination, uneven substrate adhesion, or poor fruiting often stem from overlooked bag quality and selection, which ultimately impacts mushroom yields.
Today, we will discuss how to assess the quality of cultivation bags and share some practical tips for selection.


Methods to Assess Bag Quality
1. Check the Appearance
Align the bottom seal and the opening of the bag. If the edges are uneven, the bag is likely handcrafted, which makes it less airtight. On the other hand, machine-sealed bags are evenly aligned and generally offer better airtightness and sealing.
2. Inspect the Heat-Sealing Line
If the sealing line is opaque, it indicates manual sealing. Such bags have poor plasticity, are prone to air leakage, and are stiffer, making them more susceptible to breakage. In contrast, machine-sealed lines are transparent, soft, and durable, ensuring over 95% airtightness and reliable sealing.

3. Examine Bag Color and Consistency
High-quality bags have a clear, uniform, and smooth appearance. To check thickness, open the bag and feel it by running your hands around in a circle. If you notice uneven thickness or thin spots, the bag is likely to tear easily.

4. Puncture Test with Fingernail
Inflate a bag and seal it. Try puncturing it with a fingernail. If the bag does not leak, it indicates good quality.
5. Submersion Test
Seal the inflated bag and submerge it in a water basin. If no bubbles appear, the bag is airtight and meets quality standards. Bags with leaks are more prone to contamination during cultivation.

6. Feel the Surface
Run your hands over the surface of the bag to check for smoothness. A smooth surface suggests that the bag contains fewer recycled materials, indicating higher quality.

7. Inspect Against Sunlight
Hold the bag up to sunlight to check for small black dots. These dots are unmelted particles from recycled materials. If such particles are abundant, avoid using the bag.
8. Stretch Test
Cut a strip about 1 cm wide from the bag. Hold both ends of the strip and gently pull to stretch it. The farther it stretches without breaking, the better the bag quality.



Additional Tips
There are many ways to evaluate bag quality, but it’s crucial to select cultivation bags from certified manufacturers. Mushroom cultivation is challenging and requires careful attention to every detail. Choosing high-quality cultivation bags is an essential step that should never be overlooked!

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The mixer is designed with durability and ease of operation in mind, significantly improving the efficiency of the client’s production line. The client expressed high satisfaction with the quality and performance of the equipment and looks forward to its valuable contribution to their production process.






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