Timing belt drying system for whey and permeate powders
Ensure high-quality production of free-flowing and non-caking whey and permeate powders with precision crystallization and drying, enhancing powder stability and performance in demanding processing environments.

Processes and Crystallizes Dairy Powders Efficiently
The Timing Belt Drying System from RELCO® offers a specialized solution for the dairy and food industry, ensuring optimal drying and crystallization of whey and permeate powders. This system stands out for its use of secondary crystallization on a timing belt conveyor, promoting the formation of high-quality, free-flowing, non-caking powders. Designed for seamless integration into existing production lines, the system operates continuously and efficiently, supporting 24/7 operations with minimal downtime.
Utilizing a tall form bustle dryer with vertical air distribution, the system ensures consistent and effective drying. The precise control of humidity and airflow is maintained by the RELCO® Humidity Monitoring and Control System, optimizing dryer performance across all ambient conditions. With a production capacity capable of handling diverse dairy products, this system meets the demands of high-volume processing environments.
Safety and compliance are prioritized, incorporating features like water deluge fire suppression and explosion protection. The system’s design allows for easy cleaning and maintenance through a comprehensive CIP protocol, ensuring hygienic operation and reduced contamination risk. Available in robust material options, the Timing Belt Drying System guarantees durability and is engineered to meet stringent industry standards.
Benefits
- Ensures high-quality, non-caking powder production for improved product consistency.
- Maximizes operational efficiency with continuous 24/7 processing capability.
- Enhances safety with integrated fire suppression and explosion protection.
- Optimizes energy usage through precise humidity control, reducing overall costs.
- Streamlines cleaning and maintenance, maintaining sanitation and reducing downtime.
- Applications
- Whey powders,Permeate powders,Dairy products
- End products
- Crystallized lactose,Secondary crystallized whey powder,Non-caking whey protein concentrate,Lactose powder,Non-hygroscopic permeate powder,Free flowing whey protein isolate,Whey protein powder
- Steps before
- Pre-dryer Crystallization,Crystallizer Tanks
- Steps after
- Final Drying,Cooling,Fluid Bed Drying,Baghouse Exhaust Processing
- Input ingredients
- crystallized whey,crystallized permeate
- Output ingredients
- free flowing whey powder,free flowing permeate powder,non-caking powder,non-hygroscopic powder
- 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.
- Drying capabilities
- Full-range of dairy products
- Pre-dryer system
- Crystallizer tanks
- Crystallization process
- Secondary crystallization on timing belt conveyor
- Product yield
- Free flowing,non-caking,non-hygroscopic powders
- Spray drying
- Atomization with spray nozzles
- Final drying,cooling
- External fluid bed
- Air distribution
- Vertical air distributor
- Nozzle lances
- Short,changeable while in operation
- Crystallization enhancement
- Maximum crystallization prior to final drying
- Fluid bed design
- Directional screen for plug flow
- Fire suppression
- Water deluge
- Humidity control
- RELCO® Humidity Monitoring and Control System
- Cleaning method
- Fully cleanable,blanking plates for CIP
- Exhaust management
- Baghouses for dryer exhaust
- Working mechanism
- Secondary crystallization on timing belt
- Integrated steps
- Crystallization,drying,cooling
- Automation level
- 24/7 operation with short nozzle lances
- CIP/SIP
- Fully cleanable,CIP
- Batch vs. continuous operation
- Continuous
- Cleaning method
- CIP
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Heat sensitivity
- High/Low
- Moisture sensitivity
- Yes/No
- Agglomeration risk
- High/Low
- Discharge method
- Tall form bustle dryer with vertical air distributor and spray nozzles
- Conveyor type
- Timing belt conveyor
- Dryer type
- Tall form bustle dryer
- Cooling system
- External fluid bed
- Control panel type
- RELCO® Humidity Monitoring and Control System
- Fire suppression system
- Water deluge fire suppression
- Crystallization Timing Belt
- Yes
- External Fluid Bed
- Directional Screen
- Tall Form Bustle Dryer
- With Vertical Air Distributor
- Nozzle Lances
- Replaceable During Operation
- Humidity Monitoring and Control
- RELCO®
- Fire Suppression and Explosion Protection
- Water Deluge System