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Fluid bed drying system eliminates risk of explosion

Integral baghouse design aids compliance with NFPA 654

Witte fluid bed drying system
Witte fluid bed drying system

The Witte fluid bed drying system features an integral baghouse dust collector set directly above the fluid bed drying zone to create a sealed system. Condensing the moisture removed with a chilled water coil allows 100 percent of the nitrogen to be recycled, increasing its amount in the process air to 85 percent, making combustion impossible. The baghouse design also allows fine particles to be dried in the fluid bed drying system. The system is suitable for food products that generate combustible particulates less than 200 µm.

Special Report: Essential tools for effective sanitation
Today’s food processors are faced with an ongoing labor shortage and pressure to increase production to meet market demands. That means less downtime for cleaning while adhering to strict food safety guidelines. How can a manufacturer overcome these hurdles to stay profitable?
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Special Report: Essential tools for effective sanitation