Re: Drying Sand
Hi Andy
The only pros and cons that I can think of off the top of my head are:
Rotary Dryer
Pros
Less energy requirements (HP) with only 1 drive motor.
No fan requirement.
Cons
Typically needs a higher source of heat than a FBD.
Higher maintenance costs due to trunnion bearings, wear etc.
Fluid Bed Dryer
Pros
Simpler system than an RD.
Very minimal guarding required.
Very easy to maintain.
Cons
The FBD typically would need a dust collection system (cyclone) to capture dust in the fan exhaust.
Higher energy requirements for multiple fans and vibration motors.
Balancing of fans can be tricky especially in a heating then cooling system.
I have worked with both systems and my personal preference is the Fluid Bed Dryer. ■
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Re: Drying Sand
Thank you for your thoughts Gary
Would i be correct in thinking the Fluid Bed Dryer option would give a smaller footprint
My client is looking to put the system inside a building (filter system could go outside) so smaller footprint may help tip the scales ■
Drying Sand
Good afternoon all
One of our clients is looking to dry sand which will be used to produce dry mortar in silos
We are looking at drying circa 40tph with a moisture content around 7% at the inlet
I have had a few quotations for drying units, one being rotary drum and two being fluid bed type
Could anyone give me their thoughts as to pros and cons for either drying solution ■