R&d spray drying solution for small batch production
Efficiently convert liquid solutions into precise, uniform powders for R&D or small-scale production, perfect for developing new formulations or testing product variations with flexible, scalable technology.

Transforms Liquids into Consistent Powdered Products
The PRODUCTION MINOR Spray Dryer from GEA is an adaptable solution for R&D and small-scale production needs. It excels in versatility, using interchangeable atomization and powder discharge systems to optimize drying processes for a range of liquid inputs. Ideal for producing instant coffee, powdered milk, and pharmaceuticals, it manages drying, evaporation, atomization, and powder discharge efficiently. Capable of evaporating 5 to 30 kg/h of water, it supports small-batch production with precision. The dryer integrates seamlessly into existing operations with its compact 4.4 x 2 x 2.7 m footprint. Configurable options cater to both aqueous and solvent-based requirements, with explosion protection and CIP systems ensuring safe, contamination-free cleaning. Its stainless-steel construction offers robust chemical resistance, while compliance with industry standards makes it suitable for food-grade applications.
Benefits
- Enhances product development flexibility with interchangeable systems for diverse product testing.
- Optimizes resource use with efficient energy and solvent management.
- Facilitates compliance with food and pharmaceutical industry standards, securing product safety.
- Ensures quick, thorough cleaning with integrated CIP systems.
- Reduces installation space with its compact design.
- Applications
- Solvent-based products,Chemical products,Aqueous-based products,Food products
- End products
- Powdered milk,Catalyst particles,Detergents,Synthetic polymers,Fruit juice powders,Adhesives,Egg powder,Pigments,Flavorings,Instant coffee,Pharmaceuticals
- Steps before
- Emulsification,Mixing,Blending,Formulation
- Steps after
- Packing,Quality Control,Storage,Distribution
- Input ingredients
- aqueous products,solvent-based products,R,D samples
- Output ingredients
- powder,small-volume powder samples,particles
- Market info
- GEA is known for its expertise in engineering innovative and sustainable equipment and solutions, focusing on sectors such as food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and energy, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and advanced technological applications in industrial processing.
- Nominal main process gas flow
- 360
- Water evaporation capacity
- 5 - 30 kg/h
- Typical mean particle size
- 10 - 90 μm
- Space requirements
- 4.4 x 2 x 2.7 m
- Atomization system
- Interchangeable
- Powder discharge system
- Interchangeable
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Batch
- Cleaning method
- CIP / Manual
- Flexibility
- High - various modules and options
- Sanitary design
- Applicable for food,food-grade,chemical
- Product or process development suitability
- R,D,small production
- Energy efficiency
- 5 - 30 kg/h water evaporation capacity
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Space requirements
- 4.4 x 2 x 2.7 m
- Atomization system
- Interchangeable
- Powder discharge system
- Interchangeable