barley drying tower
A barley drying tower is a specialized equipment used for drying barley, primarily employed in agriculture and grain processing industries.
barley drying tower Introduction
A barley drying tower is a specialized equipment used for drying barley, primarily employed in agriculture and grain processing industries. Its function involves controlling temperature, humidity, and airflow to reduce the moisture content of freshly harvested barley to suitable levels for long-term storage and further processing. Barley drying towers are typically utilized on farms and grain processing plants to enhance the storage stability and processing efficiency of barley.
Characteristics of barley drying tower
Efficient Drying
It utilizes advanced drying technologies and equipment to rapidly and uniformly dry barley to suitable moisture levels, ensuring consistent and effective drying outcomes.
Precise Temperature and Humidity Control
Equipped with precise temperature and humidity control systems, it adjusts processing conditions according to barley drying requirements, avoiding over-drying or under-drying.
Energy Efficiency and Environmental Sustainability
Designed with a focus on energy efficiency and emission reduction, it optimizes equipment structure and control systems to minimize energy consumption and environmental impact.
Automation
Many units feature automated control systems to streamline operational processes, reduce manual intervention, and enhance overall efficiency.
Durability and Stability
Constructed from durable materials and designed for long-term stability and reliability in operation.
Versatile Design
Flexible and adaptable to various barley varieties and drying needs, providing customized solutions.
Safety and Hygiene
Designed with safety and hygiene standards in mind, it is easy to clean and maintain to ensure the sanitary handling of barley.
Versatility
Suitable for diverse farms and grain processing plants, it serves as essential preprocessing equipment for barley storage and subsequent processing.
The structure of barley drying tower
Drying Chamber
This is the core part of the drying tower where barley is housed and subjected to hot air drying. The drying chamber is typically designed with multiple layers to enhance drying efficiency and capacity.
Feeding System
Used to convey freshly harvested barley into the drying chamber. The feeding system usually includes a hopper, conveyor belt, or other conveying devices.
Dehumidification System
Removes moisture generated during the drying process to prevent humidity from affecting drying efficiency inside the drying chamber.
Heating System
Provides the necessary heat energy, often using methods like coal combustion, gas heating, or electric heating to generate hot air for drying.
Temperature and Humidity Control System
Monitors and adjusts the temperature and humidity inside the drying chamber to ensure barley is dried to the desired moisture content.
Discharge System
Removes dried barley from the drying chamber. It is typically equipped with an automatic unloading device for timely cleaning of the drying chamber and transferring barley to the next processing stage.
Control System
Manages and monitors the entire drying process through an automated control system, including temperature and humidity regulation, feeding, and discharge control.
Support Structure and Enclosure
Provides stability and structural support for the drying tower. It is usually made of steel and includes an enclosure to protect equipment from external environmental influences.
Advantages of barley drying tower
Efficient Drying
Utilizes advanced drying technologies to quickly and uniformly reduce the moisture content of barley, ensuring high-quality drying outcomes.
Preservation of Quality
Maintains the nutritional value and quality of barley by carefully controlling the drying process, thereby preventing degradation.
Enhanced Storage Stability
Reduces the moisture content of barley, thereby minimizing the risk of spoilage, mold growth, and insect infestation during storage.
Increased Processing Efficiency
Dried barley is more suitable for further processing, such as milling or brewing, which enhances overall processing efficiency and product quality.
Energy Efficiency
Designed with energy-efficient systems to reduce energy consumption during the drying process, contributing to cost savings and environmental sustainability.
Automation and Control
Incorporates automated systems for precise control of temperature, humidity, and airflow, reducing dependency on manual intervention and ensuring consistent drying results.
Versatility
Can handle various types of barley and adapt to different drying requirements, providing flexibility in agricultural operations.
Environmental Benefits
Reduces environmental impact through efficient energy use and by minimizing greenhouse gas emissions associated with drying processes.
Application of barley drying tower
The Grain dryer machine is suitable for efficiently drying all cereals,grains,beans,and seeds of all crops such as corn, wheat, rice, soybean, sorghum, rapeseed, cashew, barley, etc. It is suitable for all kinds of farms.
Working Principle
The paddy crops are input from the top of the tower through the bucket elevator, and through the distribution device to ensure that the equipment is always in a full load state during operation.
The induced draft fan introduces the hot air into the inside of the tower body, and the rice crops are combined with the bottomless V-shaped baffles that are turned inward, and the multi-row V-shaped baffles are arranged staggered for processing, so that the rice crops can be mixed with the hot air, and the water vapor generated is discharged from the dryer exhaust system
Technical parameters of barley drying tower
| Model | 5H-KB-15 | 5H-KB-20 | 5H-KB-35 | |||
| Dryer type | Batch type recirculating mixed flow drying | |||||
| Capacity | 15 tons per batch | 20 tons per batch | 35 tons per batch | |||
| Dryer Volume(m3) | 25 | 37.25 | 62.5 | |||
| Overall weight(kg) | 5000 | 6000 | 9500 | |||
| Overall Dimension(mm) | 2900*4050*11500 | 2900*4050*12200 | 3500*4400*13330 | |||
| Power(kw) | 8.7 | 8.7 | 13.5 | |||
| Bunner | Type | Indirect Type | ||||
| Ignition method | Manual Ignition | |||||
| Fuel consumption (kg/h) | ≤25(coal)
30-40(rice husk) |
≤25(coal)
30-40(rice husk) |
≤30(coal)
70-120(rice husk) |
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| Fuel | Coal, rice husk, wood chips, gas, diesel, etc | |||||
| Voltage | 380V, 50Hz, 3 phase (Can be customized) | |||||
| Moisture Reduction per hour(%/h) | Rice/wheat:0.5-0.8 | Rice/wheat:0.5-1.2 | ||||
| Safety Equipment | Temperature control, Electrical overload protection, Leakage Protection | |||||
After-sale Service
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- – grain silo Quality guarantee is one year after installation and commissioning or 18 months after leaving China Port. Maturity is the first.
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