Advanced degassing and temperature control solution for process silos

Optimize your production line with precise control over material properties, reducing impurities and stabilizing temperatures during critical processing stages.

Degasses, Dries, and Controls Temperature

Zeppelin Systems’ ZSD Process Silo is engineered for precise degassing, drying, and temperature control of bulk materials. This versatile silo is essential for industries such as rubber, food, plastics, and chemicals, managing products from tire treads to powdered milk. It ensures efficient material handling with processes like blending and conveying, integrated seamlessly into your production line. Operate continuously with automated control systems, while reducing energy consumption through optimized design. Built for robustness, the silo is available in corrosion-resistant materials, maintaining structural integrity across challenging conditions. Customizable configurations are supported, ensuring the ZSD meets your specific operational needs.

Benefits

  • Enhances production efficiency with simultaneous degassing and temperature control.
  • Cuts energy costs by optimizing thermal management.
  • Supports a wide range of materials, ensuring flexibility in production.
  • Minimizes maintenance downtime with durable, corrosion-resistant construction.
  • Seamlessly integrates into existing process lines, reducing setup time.

General


Applications
Chemical industry,Plastics,Food industry,Rubber and tire industry
End products
Powdered milk,Cereal flakes,Detergents,Tire treads,Rubber seals,Conveyor belts,Plastic granules,Coatings,Pvc compounds,Thermoplastic pellets,Polypropylene beads
Steps before
Extrusion,Mixing,Compounding
Steps after
Degassing,Temperature Control,Drying
Input ingredients
bulk materials,residual monomers
Output ingredients
processed bulk materials,degassed materials,dried materials,temperature-controlled materials
Market info
Zeppelin Systems excels in designing and manufacturing high-quality bulk material handling and processing equipment. Renowned for its engineering expertise, the company serves industries including plastics, chemicals, and food, ensuring efficient, reliable, and innovative solutions tailored to customer needs.

Technical Specifications


Degassing capability
Residual monomers
Drying integration
Yes
Temperature control
Yes
Capacity
Dependent on model
Automation
Available

Operating Characteristics


Integrated steps
Degassing,Drying,Temperature Control
Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch / Inline Continuous
Automation level
Manual / PLC / SCADA

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Physical Characteristics


Footprint
Compact / Modular
Shape
Vertical Cylinder
Size
Varies per application
Construction Material
Steel / Stainless Steel
Discharge Method
Gravity-fed / Valve-assisted
Loading Method
Top-loaded / Pneumatic
Insulation
Yes / Optional
Capacity
Varies (e.g.,up to 100 m³)

Custom Options


Control panel type
Touchscreen / Button / Dial
Integration possibilities
SCADA / MES / ERP
Discharge method
Customizable valves and ports
Automation compatibility
PLC / DCS / Remote monitoring
Heating/cooling mixer combinations
Customizable temperature control
Compact footprint
Space-efficient designs available