Infrared Rotary Dryer for Advanced PET Processing

Experience the next generation of PET processing with the Infrared Rotary Dryer. Designed for businesses grappling with high energy costs, prolonged processing times, and inconsistent quality, our cutting-edge solution is here to revolutionize your operations.

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Roller

Helix design for continues feeding , movement and mixing material.

Temperature Sensor

Direct and fast respond for actual material temperature detection.

Vacuum Air

Evacuation of humid air and volatiles.

Key Features of the Infrared Rotary Dryer

1.Sustainable Energy Efficiency: Reduce your energy consumption by up to 50%, aligning with green operational standards. This is a significant improvement over the 10-15% savings seen with conventional drying methods.

2.Rapid Processing: Decrease your processing time by half, completing tasks in roughly 2 hours. Traditional dryers typically take 4-6 hours, making our solution far more efficient.

3.Consistent Quality: Benefit from uniform thermal distribution, simultaneous crystallization, and drying. This ensures unparalleled quality across all production batches.

4.Versatile Material Processing: Expertly handle a diverse range of plastic materials, from PET to polypropylene and more.

When compared to standard drying techniques, the Infrared Rotary Dryer clearly offers superior performance and efficiency.

Innovative Infrared Technology

Move beyond traditional hot air transfer methods. Our Infrared Rotary Dryer leverages advanced infrared technology to guarantee uniform heating of both internal and external particles, delivering precise and consistent thermal distribution.

IRD Comparison & SPECIFICATIONS

Item	IRD Dryer	Traditional Dryer
Transfer medium	None	Hot air
Heat transfer	Both inside & outside particles together.	From outside to inside particle gradually.
Energy	Save at least 20~50% energy compared to traditional dryer.	Consume much energy.
Process time	1. Crystallization & drying: They are processedsimultaneously within about 8~15 minutes. 2. Drying again: About 1~1.5 hours.	1. Crystallization: About 30~60 minutes. 2. Drying: About 4~6 hours.
Moisturecontent	1. Under 100~500 PPM after IRD processed. 2. Under 50 PPM after about 1~1.5 hoursdehumidifier processed again.	1. Spend 30~60 minutes to change amorphous PET to crystallized PET first. 2. Under 200PPM after about 4 hours dehumidifier processed. 3. Under 50 PPM after about more than 6 hoursdehumidifier processed.
Lead time	Less than 15 minutes or no more than 1.5 hours.	More than 6 hours.
Material changeover	1. Easy & faster. 2. There are only 1~1.5 times capacity ofmaterial hourly consumption in the bufferhopper.	1. Difficult & slowly. 2. There are 5~7 times capacity of material hourlyconsumption in the crystallizer & hopper.
Operation	Simple	It is difficult such as it must put a little crystallized PET in the crystallizer when beginning operation.
Maintenance	1. Simple. 2. Lower maintenance cost.	1. Difficult. 2. Higher maintenance cost.

Model			KIRD-100	KIRD-120	KIRD-150	KIRD-150L	KIRD-150XL	KIRD-180XL
PET Throughput	PELLET (Bulk Density: 0.8KG/L)	KG/HR	400 ~ 800	550 ~ 1,100	750 ~ 1,500	800 ~ 1,600	1,000 ~ 2,000	1,550 ~ 3,100
PET Throughput	FLAKE (Bulk Density: 0.4KG/L)	KG/HR	200 ~ 400	275 ~ 550	375 ~ 750	400 ~ 800	500 ~ 1,000	775 ~ 1,550
Drum dimension		CM	ø100*240	ø120*300	ø150*300	ø150*360	ø150*450	ø180*450
IR lamp		TYPE	1 KW	2 KW
		PCS	54	42	63	72	99	132
		KW	54	84	126	144	198	264
Average lifeof IR lamp(Voltage output )	90%	HR	20,000
	95%		10,000
	100%		5,000
Cooling fan		KW	0.25	0.25	0.60
Material feeder		KW	0.37
Drum motor		KW	0.37	1.50	2.25		2.25	3.75
Approx. power consumption		A-PET	0.08 KW / KG、HR (Crystallization only)
		C-PET	0.12 KW / KG、HR (Drying only)
		FLAKE	0.20 KW / KG、HR (Crystallization & drying)
Final moisture content		A-PET	1,000 ~ 2,500 PPM (Crystallization only)
		C-PET	100 ~ 500 PPM (Drying only)
		FLAKE	100 ~ 500 PPM (Crystallization & drying)
Total load		KW	55	86	129	147	201	269
Dimension(WDH)		CM	155410185	170503210	200480250	200540250	200640250	225640270
Approx. weight		KG	1,350	2,000	2,520	3,040	3,800	4,600
Options			1.Buffer tank 2.Auto loader 3.Material receiver 4.Auto-cleaning vortex cyclone 5.Dehumidifying dryer 6.Vortex cyclone 7.Dust collector of bag type 8.Insulated & dust-free hopper dryer
Remarks			1.Please keep maintenance space of drum. 2.IR lamps are not warranty parts. 3.If PET material is dried again about 1.0~1.5 with smaller dehumidifier after KIRD processed, to further reduce the moisture content desired, it can increase 5% IV value of PET material too. 4.We reserve the right to change specifications without prior notice.

Applications Across Industries

The Infrared Rotary Dryer isn't just for one application. Its versatility shines across multiple sectors:

PET Preform Molding

PET preform molding shapes of bottles and containers. The Infrared Rotary Dryer's precise temperature control ensures optimal molding conditions, reducing defects and enhancing clarity. This efficiency boost reduces wastage, accelerates production, and guarantees high-quality preforms, pivotal for the final product's strength and finish.

PET Extrusion

PET extrusion forms continuous profiles like sheets. The Infrared Rotary Dryer provides uniform heating for consistent crystallization, preventing warping. Efficient drying ensures moisture-free PET, crucial for maintaining material integrity. This results in industry-standard, high-quality extruded products, ready for diverse applications.

Automotive

The automotive sector requires durable, consistent components. Plastics, especially PET, are integral. The Infrared Rotary Dryer ensures consistent quality in high-volume settings. Its precision reduces defects and production halts, offering a steady supply of top-tier components, and meeting the rigorous demands of modern vehicle assembly.

Consumer Electronics

Consumer electronics utilize durable plastics for longevity. Proper crystallization, ensured by the Infrared Rotary Dryer, is vital for daily wear resistance. Advanced heating technology optimizes the crystalline structure of plastics, enhancing device durability. This ensures electronics remain functional and aesthetically appealing for extended periods.

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