Tall form bustle dryer for dairy and food products
Experience efficient drying and precise moisture control with this innovative hustle dryer, perfect for optimizing powder and agglomerate production across various applications.

Dries and Agglomerates Dairy and Food Powders
The Tall Form Bustle Dryer from Kovalus Separation Solutions is a versatile drying system tailored for producers in dairy and food industries. Utilizing a vertical hot air distributor, it efficiently dries products like nonfat dry milk and whey protein concentrates while enhancing agglomeration and minimizing moisture variance through its vibrating plug flow beds. This dryer supports high throughput with features like quick nozzle adjustability and fines return systems for optimal bulk density. It is designed for seamless integration, supporting continuous and high-speed operations with PLC control options. Customizable elements include multi-fuel indirect heaters and adaptable feed systems, ensuring compatibility with diverse production needs. Built with energy efficiency in mind, it offers heat recovery options and features various material finishes for durability in corrosive environments. Additionally, its compliance with industry standards and optional retractable CIP nozzles ensure easy maintenance and hygiene.
Benefits
- Ensures high product quality with precise moisture control and agglomeration.
- Increases operational efficiency with continuous high-speed drying capability.
- Reduces energy costs with optimized heat recovery and distribution.
- Minimizes maintenance with easy-to-clean CIP system and accessible components.
- Adapts to diverse production needs with customizable configurations and fuel options.
- Applications
- Textile materials,Paper products,Lactose powders,Biogas,Milk powders,Gas products,Life science products,Environmental products,Metal refined products,Mining,Protein powders,Automotive products,Yeasts,Oil,Food ingredients,Whey powders,Beverages,Sour gas products,Infant milk formulas,Pulp,Dairy products,Encapsulated powders,General industrial products
- End products
- Microparticulated whey protein concentrate,Pro-cream,Milk protein isolate (mpi),Nutritional yeasts,Sweet whey powder,Whey protein concentrate (wpc34-80),Whole milk powder (wmp),Codex skim milk,Nonfat dry milk (nfdm),Infant milk formula (imf),Buttermilk powder,Milk protein concentrate (mpc80),Encapsulated flavor powders,Blood plasma powder,Whey protein isolate (wpi)
- Steps before
- Evaporation,Purification
- Steps after
- Packaging,Agglomeration,Heat Recovery
- Input ingredients
- NFDM,Codex Skim,WMP,WPC34-80,WPI,Buttermilk,MPC80,MPI,IMF,Microparticulated WPC,Pro-cream,Yeasts,Encapsulated Powders,Blood,Sweet Whey
- Output ingredients
- Market info
- Kovalus Separation is known for manufacturing industrial engineered-to-order (ETO) separation equipment, specializing in tailored solutions for complex filtration and separation needs, with a strong reputation for innovation, quality, and reliability in various industries.
- Vertical Air Distributor
- Even air distribution,less fan pressure drop
- Nozzle Lances
- Short for easy handling
- Nozzle Distance Adjustability
- Quick adjustment for agglomeration
- Fines Return System
- Nozzles,fluidbed
- Directional Fluidbed Screens
- Prevents short circuiting,improves moisture control
- Baghouse Emissions Systems
- Identifies leaking bag row
- Multi Fuel Indirect Fired Heater
- Available option
- Feed System
- Dual feed system available
- Retractable CIP Nozzles
- For cleaning purposes
- Spray Nozzle Cameras
- Option for detailed operation
- Heat Recovery
- Integrated system
- Agglomeration
- High bulk densities
- Airflow distribution
- Vertical hot air distributor
- Plug flow
- Vibrating well mixed and plug flow beds
- Nozzle adjustability
- Quick distance adjustability for agglomeration
- Fines Return System
- Agglomeration nozzles and end of fluidbed
- Directional Fluidbed Screens
- Prevents short circuiting,allows vigorous mixing
- Baghouse Emissions System
- Identifies a leaking bag row
- Retractable CIP nozzles
- For efficient cleaning in place
- Heat recovery
- Integrated heat recovery system
- Changeover time
- Quick nozzle adjustments
- Multifuel heater
- Indirect fired heater
- Dual feed system
- Available for customized feeding
- Spray nozzle cameras
- For monitoring and adjustment
- Agglomeration risk
- Applicable for agglomerated powders
- Dust and fines handling
- Baghouse retention
- Vertical Air Distributor
- Yes
- Feed/Discharge Method
- Customizable
- Baghouse Type
- Integrated
- High bulk densities
- Yes
- Fines Return System
- Yes
- Fluidbed Screens
- Directional
- Vertical Air Distributor
- Ensures efficient air distribution
- Multi Fuel Indirect Fired Heater
- Customizable fuel options
- Timing Belt
- Available for specific applications
- Cyclones
- Integrated for particle separation
- Baghouse Fines Retention Bin
- For optimal fines management
- Heat Recovery
- Integrated heat recovery options
- Dual Feed System
- For varied feed requirements
- Retractable CIP Nozzles
- Ease of cleaning
- Lecithination Systems
- For powder treatment
- Spray Nozzle Cameras
- Enhances monitoring
- Short Nozzle Lances
- Improved operator handling