TEMA - Fluid Bed Dryers & Coolers System
How does a fluid bed dryer work? A continuous fluid-bed system is a machine in which a continuous flow of “wet” powder, granular or flakes material is conveyed over a perforated bed. Hot drying air is blown through the holes of a perforated plate. The wet solids are lifted from the bottom and causes the solids to behave as a fluid. The air velocity is adjusted to keep the moving layer of material fluidized. Conveying of the product is achieved by means of a low-frequency, high amplitude shaker mechanism. The “Shaking” motion plug flow of the Tema fluid bed, allows first-in, first-out drying of products and well-mixed fluidization, which covers the entire spectrum and is able to accurately control the spread of residence time.
Advantages of continuous fluid-bed dryer system technology
- Low energy consumption compared to other type of dryers
- Accurate control of the residence time, product is dried uniformly
- Gentle on sensitive materials (no friction)
- Low operating costs
- Cooling section integrated in dryer
- Handling of sticky products (from centrifuges or filters)
- Small footprint
- Process flexibility
- Reliable system, less downtime
TEMA Process is specialized in the design and manufacture of Fluid Bed Systems for a variety of industries. Our expertise extends to drying, cooling, roasting, torrefaction, puffing, blanching, stripping, and the sterilization and pasteurization of spices and herbs. We offer both continuous and batch fluid bed systems, tailored to meet specific industry requirements. These systems are particularly well-suited for handling minerals, chemicals, food, feed, and biomass. TEMA Process’s technology is versatile, supporting industries from pharmaceuticals to food production, ensuring product integrity in batch processes and efficiency in continuous operations. Our fluid beds are customizable, with options like static or dynamic configurations and submerged heat exchangers, showcasing our commitment to innovation and client-specific solutions.