Continuous-flow dryer for grain and oilseeds

Streamline your grain and oilseed processes with efficient moisture elimination, ensuring optimal product quality and storage readiness through advanced heat recovery and gentle drying technology.

Dries and Prepares Grains and Oilseeds

The Eco Dry by Bühler Group is a continuous-flow column dryer meticulously designed for grain and oilseed applications. Its patented vertical duct design ensures a gentle yet thorough drying process, optimizing moisture elimination while maintaining product integrity. Capable of handling a variety of grains, including rice, corn, and wheat, the Eco Dry excels in producing end-products such as rice flour, cornmeal, and various oils. With a focus on energy efficiency, it incorporates a heat recovery system and tailored heating media, reducing energy consumption significantly. The centrifugal dedusting system ensures compliance with stringent environmental regulations by keeping dust emissions minimal. Designed for integration into automated production lines, the Eco Dry offers seamless operation and can be customized to meet specific processing needs.

Benefits

  • Ensures consistent product quality by achieving uniform drying results across all grains.
  • Reduces operational costs with energy-efficient heat recovery and tailored heating strategies.
  • Complies with stringent dust emissions regulations, promoting a safer working environment.
  • Integrates seamlessly into automated production lines, enhancing overall workflow efficiency.
  • Minimizes thermal stress on products, preserving essential qualities and increasing yield.

General


Applications
Grains,Wheat,Oilseeds,Rice,Corn
End products
Sunflower oil,Wheat flour,Cornmeal,Brown rice,White rice,Rice flour,Soybean oil,Canola oil
Steps before
Grain handling,Dough prep,Extrusion,Dehulling,Sorting
Steps after
Storage,Further processing,Packing,Sifting,Optical sorting
Input ingredients
rice,oilseed,corn,wheat,grains
Output ingredients
dried grains,treated grains,sustainably dried products
Market info
Buhler is renowned for manufacturing advanced process solutions for food, feed, and advanced materials. They are highly regarded for their innovation in milling technology and equipment quality.

Technical Specifications


Drying method
Continuous-flow column
Product types
Rice,oilseed,corn,wheat,other grains
Energy consumption
Low,optimized with heat recovery system
Dust emission
Below 20 mg/m³
Moisture profile
Homogeneous final moisture profile
Dust separation system
Centrifugal dedusting system
Airflow design
Vertical duct with continuous directional change
Product flow separation
Ensures uniform drying
Heat recovery
Integrated within system
Operation type
Automated

Operating Characteristics


Drying mechanism
Continuous-flow column
Product flow control
Vertical duct design
Automation level
PLC-controlled
Energy recovery system
Integrated heat recovery
Dust removal capability
Highly efficient dedusting system
Operational flexibility
Wide range of grain and oilseed applications
Moisture control
Homogenous final moisture profile

Material Compatibility


Grain types
Rice,oilseed,corn,wheat
Moisture content
Wet products
Cleanability
Optional dedusting system

Product type Characteristics


Uniform yield
High product quality

Physical Characteristics


Dryer Type
Continuous-flow column
Product Flow Separation
Patented Design
Duct Arrangement
Diagonal with changing air flow direction
Optional Features
Dedusting Solution
Internal Component Design
Vertical Duct
Footprint
Compact

Custom Options


Control panel type
PLC / HMI / Digital
Integration possibilities
SCADA compatible / Remote monitoring
Heating media options
Gas / Electric / Steam
Product flow separation
Adjustable settings
Moisture control
Automatic / Manual
Dedusting solution
Optional centrifugal system
Bees wing separator
For corn drying