Short-goods pasta dryer for consistent and high-quality results

Ensure consistently high-quality pasta with customizable drying and cooling processes that adapt to various short-goods shapes, enhancing production flexibility and efficiency in your operations.

Dries and Cools Short-Goods Pasta Efficiently

The C-line Short-Goods Pasta Dryer from Bühler is engineered to transform your pasta production processes with its modular and adaptable design. This system uniquely combines advanced drying and cooling stages, essential for creating high-quality short-goods pasta such as penne, fusilli, and farfalle. Its operation leverages independent climate zone controls, allowing you to tailor drying parameters and belt speeds, optimizing the texture and structural integrity of your pasta products. Capable of handling continuous, high-speed operations, the dryer ensures consistent quality output across varying pasta shapes. Notably, its patented S-type conveyor belts enhance efficient and uniform drying conditions, minimizing downtime and maximizing throughput. Designed with energy efficiency in mind, the dryer features exceptional heat insulation, significantly reducing energy consumption. The system is seamlessly integrated with electronic dew point regulation, ensuring a hygienic and condensation-free environment. Available in durable material options, the C-line Dryer supports customization for unique operational needs and offers engineering support for installation and maintenance. This machine is an ideal choice for pasta manufacturers and large-scale food production enterprises demanding reliable, flexible, and efficient drying solutions.

Benefits

  • Enhances production efficiency by optimizing drying parameters for diverse pasta shapes.
  • Reduces energy costs with superior insulation and minimized heat loss.
  • Ensures product quality with precise climate zone control and consistent drying conditions.
  • Maintains hygiene standards through electronic dew point regulation, preventing condensation.
  • Offers operational flexibility with customizable belt speeds for varied product specifications.

General


Applications
Short-goods pasta,Pasta
End products
Ditalini,Soup pasta,Conchigliette,Rigatoni,Macaroni,Ziti,Tortiglioni,Farfalle,Rotini,Penne,Anelli siciliani,Fusilli
Steps before
Dough prep,Extrusion,Shaping
Steps after
Cooling,Packing,Palletizing
Input ingredients
raw pasta,short-goods pasta,pasta dough
Output ingredients
dried pasta,uniformly dried pasta,premium-quality pasta
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


Pasta Dryer Type
Short-Goods
Modular Design
Yes
Drying Elements
Combinable,Single
Conveyor Belt Type
S-type Elements
Air Distribution
Smart Air Circulation
Heat Insulation
Bühler Panels
Cooling Process
Modular,Dew Point Control
Production Capacity
High Throughput
Customization
Climate Zones,Belt Speed
Energy Consumption
Low
Cooling Transportation
Aluminum S-type Elements

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Modular design with combinable drying elements
Automation level
PLC-controlled with customizable parameters
Batch vs. continuous operation
Continuous inline operation
Changeover time
Minimal due to modular design
CIP/SIP
Not specified
Cleaning method
Easy maintenance with accessible cleaning points
Energy efficiency
Optimized through reduced heat loss
Cooling process
Regulated by dew point control

Material Compatibility


Abrasion resistance
High
Biological compatibility
Food-grade
Cleanability
Easy to clean
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Yes
Density/particle size
N/A

Physical Characteristics


Machine footprint
Efficient floor space utilization
Modular design
Combinable,single drying elements
Discharge method
Conveyor belts with individual belt drives
Control panel type
User-friendly interface
Cooling medium
Built-in belt cooler
Compact footprint
Yes
Independent belt drives
Yes,for high flexibility in producing pasta

Custom Options


Modular design concept
Combinable single drying elements
Independent belt control
Adjustable belt speeds
Customizable drying parameters
Independently controllable climate zones
Dew point regulation
Automatic for efficient cooling