Spray dryer for agglomerated powders
In various industrial applications, producing uniform coarse, agglomerated, free-flowing, and dustless powders is essential. Traditional drying processes often struggle to meet the product quality requirements and efficiency demands in industries such as food and chemicals.
Combines spray and fluid-bed drying for optimal results
The FSD® Spray Dryer, developed by GEA, is designed to achieve high drying efficiency and superior product quality in agglomerated powders. Utilizing a three-stage drying process, this system seamlessly integrates spray drying with fluid-bed drying. Initially, liquid feed is atomized in the drying chamber, where rapid evaporation occurs due to the high-speed mixing of atomized liquid and hot air. The unique air flow and chamber design prevent particles from adhering to the walls, leading them to the integrated fluid bed for further drying. A final drying and cooling stage occurs in the VIBRO-FLUIDIZER® Fluid Bed. This rigorous process ensures well-defined secondary agglomeration, achieving precise particle consistency. The FSD-GRANULATOR® can also be employed for additional agglomeration, allowing for the inclusion of various liquids for specific product requirements. The GEA FSD® Spray Dryer is widely recognized among producers in the food and chemical industries for its reliability and flexibility.
Benefits
- Produces uniform coarse, agglomerated, and free-flowing powders
- Three-stage drying process ensures thorough moisture removal
- Prevents particle adherence with optimized air flow design
- Integrated fluid bed for precise secondary agglomeration
- Adaptable for additional agglomeration processes with liquids