Media Slurry Dryers

Are you efficiently converting high-moisture slurries into consistent, dry products?

Dry slurries uniformly by combining heat transfer media with continuous mixing

Minimize product degradation with controlled temperatures and gentle processing

Reduce energy use by maximizing heat transfer efficiency within the media bed

Media Slurry Dryers

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.

The media slurry dryer system consists of an air filter, heater, fluidizing tower, cyclone to collect dried product continuously, bag filter, blower, pump to supply slurry, and a tank for slurry material.

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Furnished through a license agreement with NARA Machinery Company, Ltd., Japan.

Features & Benefits

Compact slurry dryer unit features a space-saving construction.

Innovative design provides uniform distribution of slurry.

Thermodynamic design for 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.

Equipment Options & Accessories

Fluidized Support System

A support system can be installed on the side of the fluidizing tower to aid in circulation and prevent product agglomeration in highly viscous slurries containing sugars, salts or binder.

Slurry Screen

Efficiently separate solids from liquid streams, ensuring consistent flow.

Slurry Nozzle

Provide uniform distribution of slurry for consistent processing and drying.

Heat Exchanger Tubes

Durable heat exchanger tubes deliver uniform, efficient heat transfer for drying abrasive, high-solids slurries.

Fluidizing Deck

Evenly distributes air to create uniform material fluidization and consistent drying.

Access Manways/Ports

Provide safe, convenient entry points for inspection, cleaning, and maintenance.

Applications

Abrasives

Dries abrasive slurries through intensive contact with heated grinding media, combining moisture evaporation with particle-size reduction. Continuous agitation minimizes buildup while producing a uniform, free-flowing dry product.

Alumina

Carrier media slurry dryers convert alumina slurries into dry particulate material using heated media and controlled agitation. High heat-transfer rates provide efficient moisture removal while promoting uniform particle characteristics.

Aluminum Hydroxide

Our media slurry dryers process aluminum hydroxide slurry through direct contact with heated media under controlled process conditions. Continuous agitation increases heat transfer while reducing agglomeration during moisture removal.

Barium Sulfate

Processes barium sulfate slurries using heated media to provide simultaneous drying and deagglomeration. Controlled agitation produces consistent moisture levels and a finely divided downstream product.

Bentonite

Converts cohesive bentonite slurry into a dry, manageable product through intensive media contact. Mechanical agitation breaks agglomerates and continuously exposes wet material for efficient moisture evaporation.

Calcium

Provides controlled drying of calcium-based slurries using heated media and continuous agitation. High surface contact promotes efficient moisture removal while producing consistent, free-flowing particulate material.

Calcium Phosphate

Dries calcium phosphate slurry through intensive contact with heated media. Simultaneous evaporation and particle agitation reduce agglomeration while achieving consistent residual moisture and particle characteristics.

Carbonates

Processes carbonate slurries using heated media for efficient moisture evaporation and simultaneous deagglomeration. Controlled agitation maintains high heat-transfer rates and produces a uniform dry product. Precise moisture control maintains particle consistency, purity, and reliable performance in downstream processes.

Carbon Black

Our media slurry dryers process carbon black slurry through controlled contact with heated media and intensive mechanical agitation. Continuous particle movement promotes moisture removal while breaking agglomerates and improving product uniformity.

Chrome Oxide

Converts chrome oxide slurry into dry particulate material through media-assisted heat transfer. Controlled agitation provides uniform drying and deagglomeration while maintaining consistent downstream material characteristics.

Dyes & Pigments

Dries dye and pigment slurries using intensive heated-media contact for rapid moisture removal. Continuous agitation reduces agglomeration and produces uniformly dried particles for downstream formulation or processing.

Ferrite

Processes ferrite slurries through controlled media-assisted drying and particle agitation. Efficient heat transfer removes moisture while simultaneous deagglomeration produces consistent material for downstream processing.

Kaolin

Converts kaolin slurry into a dry, finely divided product using heated media and continuous agitation. Intensive contact promotes efficient evaporation while reducing agglomerates and material buildup.

Metal Power

Dries suitable metal-powder slurries through controlled heated-media contact and continuous agitation. Engineered process conditions provide uniform moisture removal while managing agglomeration and particle characteristics.

PVC Emulsion

Converts PVC emulsion feed into dry particulate material through controlled media-assisted evaporation. Continuous agitation maximizes heat transfer while limiting agglomeration and maintaining consistent product characteristics.

Silicon Resin & Styrene Resin

Dries resin-based slurries and emulsions through controlled contact with heated media. Intensive agitation promotes efficient evaporation while managing particle formation, agglomeration, and final moisture.

Talc

Carrier’s media slurry dryers process talc slurry using heated media to achieve simultaneous drying and deagglomeration. Continuous agitation provides high heat-transfer efficiency while producing a uniform, free-flowing powder.

Titanium Oxide

Converts titanium oxide slurry into dry particulate material through intensive heated-media contact. Simultaneous drying and deagglomeration promote consistent moisture, particle distribution, and downstream handling characteristics.

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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. A media slurry dryer is used to remove moisture from liquid-based mixtures containing fine solids, producing a uniform, free-flowing dried product for downstream processing.

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. Carrier media slurry dryers are engineered with robust materials of construction to withstand abrasive products and high solids loadings.

How does it help maintain product quality?

Precise temperature control and uniform drying prevent agglomeration, overheating, and degradation, ensuring consistent particle characteristics.

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. Our system is designed for efficient heat transfer and can be configured with energy recovery options to reduce operating costs.