New Technology for Drying Optimisation

Summit Systems is excited to announce the new ‘Flux’ for optimal drying of plastics. The Flux works by continuously monitoring drying parameters to enable precise dehydration of plastics. Its ability to optimise drying conditions in real time saves considerably on energy, material degradation and time.

The ring shaped Flux device is fitted between the drying hopper and material receiver. It continuously weighs material enabling accurate throughput calculations. The data is used to adjust the air flow and temperature control of the dryer.

If material is damp it is heavier and registers a higher throughput. But how do we know if it is wet, running at overcapacity? The dryer combines the Flux data with its own air temperature measurements. By correlating results over a short period measuring the gap in temperature, energy levels and evaporating water, the dryer will adjust air flow and temperature accordingly.

Another feature whilst monitoring the throughput prevents material from getting too hot and “over-cooking”, it will slip into idle mode automatically as required.

The Flux also helps to inform operators if material is flowing too fast. If a dryer max capacity is 400 kg/hr and material flows at 500kg/hr, it will not dry properly leading to end product failure and increased scrap. The system can be programmed to stop or to sound an alarm. Operators can manage all of the processes with ease from a colour touchscreen operation.

Mike Jordan, Managing Director, Summit Systems says: “This is the next step forward for drying, enabling machinery to respond to real time conditions. The energy and material saving implications are significant. We are very excited to offer another innovation that drives down operational costs. ”

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