Fluidized bed dryer for industrial materials

Enhance product quality and energy efficiency with fluidized bed dryers, optimizing drying and cooling to meet precise moisture levels while maintaining uniformity across varied materials.

Dries and Cools Bulk Materials Efficiently

The Fluidized Bed Dryer/Cooler from Allgaier Process Technology is designed to address moisture control challenges in bulk material processing. This equipment dries and cools a range of products like plastic granules, pharmaceutical tablets, and industrial salts through a fluidization process using hot gas streams. It operates continuously or in batches, making it versatile for various industrial needs, including mining, chemicals, and food processing.

With options for static or vibratory fluidization, the system exhibits exceptional heat recovery and energy efficiency, cutting energy costs by harnessing waste heat. It effectively handles materials with varied moisture levels, preventing issues like cratering and nesting, thanks to its vibratory support.

The Dryer/Cooler is highly customizable, supporting integration into existing production lines with capacities tailored to your throughput requirements. Available in corrosion-resistant materials, it’s designed for easy cleaning and minimal maintenance, ensuring long-term operation without compromising product quality.

Benefits

  • Enhances product quality by ensuring uniform drying and cooling of diverse bulk materials.
  • Lowers energy costs through efficient heat recovery and optimized thermal processes.
  • Increases operational flexibility with continuous or batch processing modes.
  • Reduces maintenance with robust construction and easy-clean design.
  • Adapts to specific industry needs with customizable material and configuration options.

General


Applications
Foam granules,Plastic granules,Crystalline products,Foodstuffs,Chemicals,Wood and particle boards,Metallurgy,Urea,Granulates,Mining,Waste and recycling,Cocoa,Ceramics,Animal feed,Sugar,Plastics,Biofuels and pellets,Pharmaceuticals,Fodder,Powders,Stones and soil,Salts
End products
Eps beads,Recycled aggregates,Steel powder,Mined minerals,Confectionery sugar,Cocoa powder,Pharmaceutical tablets,Polyethylene beads,Fish meal,Mdf fibers,Talcum powder,Livestock pellets,Porcelain tiles,Quarry dust,Aromatics,Chemical granulates,Food starch,Pet pellets,Urea fertilizer,Industrial salts,Biodiesel pellets,Borax crystals
Steps before
Grinding,Purification,Emulsification
Steps after
Screening,Storage,Bagging,Packing,Coating
Input ingredients
bulk materials,granulates,powders,granular materials,flowable materials,wet product,crystalline products,animal feed,sugar,urea,cocoa,salts
Output ingredients
dried product,cooled product,expanded foam granules,heated urea,dried/cooked cocoa,dried salts
Market info
Allgaier Process Technology is known for manufacturing advanced screening, drying, cooling, and sorting equipment for various industries, specializing in custom-engineered solutions and innovative designs to enhance efficiency and productivity.

Technical Specifications


Drying Zones
Multiple zones for efficient drying
Cooling Zones
Integrated cooling zones
Heating Method
Gas/oil burner,electric heating coil
Drying Temperature
Up to 600°C
Fluid Bed Height
Large fluid bed heights
Air Velocity
Fast air velocities
Vibration System
Free-swinging or two-mass oscillator
Energy Efficiency
Optimized heat recovery systems
Heating Media
Inert gas,air
Moisture Levels
Accommodates high moisture levels
Automation
PLC-controlled systems
Product Size Compatibility
Variety of particle sizes
System Design
Compact design available
Waste Heat Utilization
Includes waste heat recovery
Dryer Type
Static or Vibratory

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Static / Vibratory fluidized bed
Integrated steps
Drying and Cooling
Batch vs continuous operation
Batch / Continuous
Automation level
Manual / PLC
Cleaning method
CIP / Manual
Energy efficiency
High due to heat recovery

Material Compatibility


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

Product type Characteristics


Lumping prevention
Vibration support

Physical Characteristics


Compact design
Yes
Machine footprint
Compact
Discharge method
Product outlet
Fluid bed height
Large
Equipment type
Static/Vibratory
Drive mechanism
Free-swinging/two-mass oscillator
Heating type
Gas/oil burner,electric coil,heat exchanger

Custom Options


Drive mechanism type
Free-swinging / Two-mass oscillator
Vibration support
Elastic connecting pieces / Decoupled vibration
Heating method
Direct gas/oil burner / Electric heating coil / Indirect via heat exchangers
Heat recovery integration
Built-in heating surfaces / High-temperature heat pumps
Fluid bed type
Static / Vibratory
Cooling integration
Combined drying and cooling
Automation integration
PLC / Batch or inline operation
Heat utilization
Waste heat utilization
Energy efficiency measures
Heat recovery systems / Eco-solutions