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iBulk, in conjunction with Carrier Fluid Beds, offers internationally renowned drying and cooling technology. Utilising fluidisation, a condition in which solid particles are placed in a state akin to that of a fluid, our fluid-bed solutions achieve an effective and consistent drying and cooling environment that results in a uniform end product.

iBulk’s fluid-bed dryers also offer a much greater efficiency, using 30%-40% less fuel than a typical rotary dryer.

Advantages of Fluid Bed Dryers and Coolers

Efficient heat transfer with low energy consumption.
Product is continually mixed to promote uniformity
Fragile products can be handled with negligible particle degradation.
No moving parts in contact with the product. Maintenance and abrasive wear are minimised and equipment is easily cleaned.
Product retention times and gas temperatures are easily adjusted to vary the finished product condition.
Fluid beds can be multifunctional. Drying, cooling, classifying and calcining can be done in one unit.
Lower fluidising velocities are required, making the system more energy efficient.
Easy to clean and maintain.
Recirculated gas and closed-loop systems available for improved efficiency or solvent recovery.
Clean-in-place and fire suppression systems available where necessary.
Carrier’s patented Delta-Phase® Drive option permits on-line adjustment of angle of vibration and precise retention time control.
Sanitary construction available.

Applications and Industries

Vibrating Fluid Beds are mainly used in the following industries:

Sand
Coal
Plastics
Food
Polymers
Chemicals
Minerals

The applications and functions fluid beds can be used for include:

Drying
Cooling
Calcining
Sterilising

Fluid Bed Sand Drying

Installation

Fluid Bed Dryer and Cooler installations are infinitely variable and we tailor designs to meet your specific requirements.

In addition to a standard dryer / cooler the air can be recirculated to provide an additional energy saving of 10-15% and a reduction of the amount of air exhausted to atmosphere by up to 50%.

The addition of a multi-point predictive control system places controllability and customisation at your finger tips.