Our media slurry dryer is a cost-effective drying method for producing super fine powders from liquid phase reaction or wet grinding operations.
With a compact design and efficient operations, our slurry dryer systems allow high-viscosity materials to be pumped directly into the dryer without mixing or atomization.
Slurry dryer raw material applications include:
- Abrasives
- Alumina
- Hydroxide
- Barium sulfate & barium titanate
- Bentonite
- Calcium carbonate & calcium phosphate
- Carbon black
- Chrome oxide
- Dyes & pigments
- Ferrite
- Kaolin
- Metal powders
- PVC emulsion
- Silicon resin & styrene resin
- Talc
- Titanium oxide
- Zircona
Features and benefits of Carrier slurry dryers:
- Compact slurry dryer unit, space-saving construction.
- Uniform distribution of slurry.
- High heat capacity coefficients.
- Accelerated slurry drying time for large capacities.
- No atomizer required.
- Agglomeration prevented (no milling required).
- Selection based on product character.
- Effective distribution of air flow with dryer.
- Continuous and dependable slurry drying operations.
- Easy slurry dryer inspection and maintenance.
- Fuel consumption savings – up to 30 percent.
- Furnished through a license agreement with NARA Machinery Company, Ltd., Japan — a world-class leader in fluidized bed technology.
The Media Slurry Dryer system consists of:
- Air filter
- Heater
- Fluidizing Tower
- Cyclone to collect dried product continuously
- Bag Filter
- Blower
- Pump to Supply Slurry
- Tank for Slurry Material
Media Slurry Dryer FAQs
What is media slurry drying?
Media slurry drying removes moisture from slurry mixtures containing solids suspended in liquids, converting them into dry powders or granules.
What industries use media slurry dryers?
Industries such as mining, mineral processing, chemical manufacturing, and wastewater treatment often require slurry drying systems.
What challenges are associated with drying slurry materials?
Slurries often contain high moisture levels and fine particles that require specialized drying systems to prevent clogging or uneven drying.
How is slurry feed prepared for drying?
Slurry materials are typically pumped or metered into the dryer, where heat and airflow remove moisture and separate solids.
What benefits does slurry drying provide?
Drying slurry materials reduces handling costs, improves product stability, and allows easier transportation and storage.