Agitated Thin Film Dryer (ATFD) Manufacturers in Australia, Suppliers and Exporters in Australia

1. Introduction of Feed: Slurry or liquid feed is introduced into the ATFD using a feed inlet at the side or top of the dryer.

2. Formation of Thin Film: A specially constructed rotor equipped with blades atomizes the feed and distributes it into a thin film on the inner heated drying cylinder or shell surface.

3. Agitation and Uniform Distribution: The high-speed rotor continuously stirs the film to ensure uniform distribution and prevent accumulation or sticking to the hot surface.

4. Heat Transfer and Evaporation: The shell is steam or electrically heated. As the film moves along the hot surface, moisture or solvent in the feed evaporates rapidly because of effective heat transfer.

5. Vapor Removal: The produced vapors are evacuated by a vapor outlet and diverted to a condenser or a vapor recovery system.

6. Discharging Product: Concentrated or dried product is permanently scrapped off and discharged out via the bottom outlet as dry powder, flakes, or paste according to material.

7. Self-Cleaning and Continuous Working: Rotor blades also have a self-cleaning process that ensures downtime elimination and continuous uninterrupted service.

Vertical Agitated Thin Film Dryer: This model has been specifically designed for those applications where space is limited but throughput cannot be compromised. It is compact in footprint for spaces where minimum footprint is needed at the expense of throughput. Digital load sensors provide equipment with dynamic balancing and smooth operation under various loads.

Horizontal Agitated Thin Film Dryer: We have designed this model with ease of maintenance and convenience to the operator in mind. Its horizontal design is simpler to clean especially in applications dealing with viscous or sticky materials. Besides modular rotor blades and automatic gap control, the model is very flexible to accommodate product-specific needs.

Multi-Pass ATFD Systems: For multi-stage evaporation operations, our Multi-Pass ATFD systems offer a world-class solution. Our systems are best utilized where single-pass evaporation is inadequate and product characteristics vary stage-to-stage. With the inclusion of smart control, users get real-time monitoring and optimization of all stages to obtain maximum yield and purity.

1. Energy-Efficient Heating System:

• Compliant with steam and electrical utilities for lowest energy cost and maximum process design flexibility
• Heat transfer equipment that is designed to offer faster drying times with minimal energy loss
• Leaner operation is enabled by this design without compromising product quality

2. PLC-SCADA Automation:

• Advanced automation offers maximum control and real-time visualization of operating data
• Our smart interface enables predictive maintenance and quick fault diagnosis
• This automation minimizes manual intervention and maximizes production confidence

3. Corrosion and Abrasion Resistant Construction:

• We use Super Duplex Steel or Hastelloy depending on the application to deliver longevity
• These robust materials are resistant to aggressive chemicals and abrasive feed materials
• This ability gives longer uptime and reduced replacement cost

4. Self-Cleaning Rotor Design:

• Our rotors are designed to self-fling away residues while in operation
• This keeps the internal surface clean and delivers uniform film thickness
• This implies that you save maintenance and labor time

1. Eco-Smart Design:

• Designed to meet Zero Liquid Discharge duties with sustainability as a priority
• Provides limited environmental footprint while maximizing water recovery and salt reuse
• This is in line with industry movement towards green and responsible production

2. Lower Operating Expenses:

• Power-efficient thermal exchange technology minimizes power usage considerably
• Less moving parts and wear-resistant design ensure low operating expenses
• You have a system that provides consistent performance over years

3. Configurable Configurations:

• We customize every ATFD system to address the specific drying needs of each product
• Our configurations permit batch size viscosity and moisture content sizing adjustment
• This process of customizing delivers improved performance and more yield per batch

4. Consistent Quality of Product:

• Uniform drying reduces thermal stress and inhibits breakdown of sensitive chemicals
• Control processing allows for repeatability and constant product every time
• This translates to improved performance of the product and customer satisfaction

1. Pharmaceuticals and APIs:

• We provide secure drying of thermal-sensitive Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients
• Our equipment ensures molecular stability with minimal loss during processing
• This is essential for product potency and regulatory compliance

2. Agro-Chemicals and Fertilizers:

• Handling sticky and high-density material is easy with our systems
• With controlled evaporation there is minimal energy consumption without efficiency loss
• This enables large-scale production with efficient management of resources

3. Effluent Treatment Plants (ETPs):

• We assist industries in achieving Zero Liquid Discharge goals efficiently
• Our ATFDs retain precious salts and reduce waste disposal needs
• This is desirable for ROI and consistent with eco-compliance plans

4. Food and Nutraceuticals:

• Our low-temperature drying process retains the nutrient profile of concentrates and extracts
• Best suited for natural colorants and herb blends that must be treated gently
• The product is clean safe and ready to consume or formulate