Reencle vs Dehydrators (like Lomi & Mill)

Dehydrator type composters boast high temperatures - some claim to operate at over 100°C (212°F). This is anticipated as it must exceed 100°C to remove moisture.

Traditional hot compost piles peak at 66°C to preserve microbes and this threshold is where the thermophilic bacteria thrive to decompose organic materials. However, the combination of steam and high temperatures in Dehydrator sterilizes food scraps, presenting a hurdle for composting.

In contrast, Reencle takes a different approach, maintaining an optimal temperature range of 55~60°C (131~140°F). This allows our patented microbes to actively participate in decomposition when food scraps are introduced to the microbial bed in the chamber. The result is a thriving community of live and active microbes, ensuring efficient and effective composting!

Many dehydrator-type composters showcase the convenience of using the dried material in potted plants or gardens, but a word of caution is in order. Here's why you might want to think twice:

The majority of our daily food intake contains sodium, especially processed and canned foods, which can elevate sodium levels. Dehydrating these food scraps without addressing the sodium content essentially results in a sodium-concentrated food waste "jerky."

Composting, ideally, should transform organic waste into nutrient-rich fertilizer. However, high sodium levels in the “jerky” compost, stemming from dehydrated food with concentrated sodium, can be detrimental to both plant growth and soil health. It's crucial to be aware of this sodium concern when utilizing dehydrator-type composters. Regular monitoring of compost quality becomes imperative for ensuring optimal results in gardening or landscaping projects.

Also, CalRecycle.org (California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery, is a state agency in California) literally states that “Dried food waste isn't compost”; true compost is the outcome of a prolonged chemical-biological degradation process, taking weeks or months. Dehydrators can minimize odors and vectors in dry output. However, rehydrated food waste may lead to issues like mold growth, attracting vectors, odors, and health concerns.

Reencle distinguishes itself by emulating the natural environmental degradation process within its chamber, leveraging a unique microbial mix. Unlike simple and ordinary drying method, Reencle's microbes facilitate fermentation and biological decomposition of food waste, achieving a remarkable 90% reduction in as little as 24 hours.

Reencle's legitimacy is underscored by robust compost testing, revealing substantial reductions in sodium levels post-composting and consistently high-quality compost across diverse testing criteria. Notably, Reencle compost avoids rehydration issues and methane production in landfills, offering a sustainable solution to the food waste problem and mitigating greenhouse gas emissions, topics we will delve into in upcoming articles.