Technical Snapshot
| Material | Salt Slurry |
| Capacity | 50 kg/hr |
| Dryer Size | 800 dia x 1200 mm long |
| MOC | SS 304 |
| Heating Medium | Steam |
| Operation | Continuous |
Problem
- The client handled salt slurry as part of its chemical process, but the liquid form was difficult to store, transport, and use downstream.
- The application required continuous drying with low product loss at a relatively small capacity.
- The solution also needed a compact footprint and simple operating philosophy.
Proposed Solution
- Gem Drytech supplied a single drum dryer sized 800 mm diameter x 1200 mm long in SS 304, heated by steam.
- The slurry formed a thin film on the heated rotating drum surface for rapid evaporation.
- A scraper blade removed the dried layer as flakes for easy collection and further processing.
Result
- Salt slurry was converted into dry, free-flowing flakes.
- Handling and storage became simpler and more efficient.
- The system delivered stable continuous performance at 50 kg/hr with minimal operator intervention.
- The simple mechanical design supported reliable, low-maintenance operation.
Conclusion
For slurry and paste applications at smaller capacities, a single drum dryer remains a practical, efficient option that combines compact design with dependable thermal performance.
Applicability
Applicable to liquid slurries, pastes, and viscous materials requiring continuous drying and easy discharge in flake or powder form.
