At first glance, the spray dryer seems to need a team to use. However, LabPlant UK's spray dryer is suitable for independent use, saving the time and energy of the R&D center.

Labplant is an international laboratory equipment manufacturer based in the UK. In 2022, they won the "Reliable Laboratory spray Dryer Manufacturer" in the North Enterprise Award, consolidating their reputation as world quality leaders.

Their spray dryer is equipped with glassware and accessories, so there is no need to purchase any additional spray drying accessories after purchase.

What is a spray dryer?

Spray dryer is a machine that allows users to convert liquid into dry powder through spray drying. This is using hot gas in a drying chamber, where the exposure of liquid droplets inside causes evaporation, leaving behind solid particles. In the process of spray drying, heat is transferred from hot air to solution droplets, thus evaporating.

method

First, the selected liquid enters the spray through a pipe called peristaltic pump. This is the method of mixing liquid and compressed air to produce atomized spray, moving forward, and then spraying into the drying chamber with hot air flowing. Water eventually evaporates from the droplets, leaving behind solid particles.

These particles are then blown through the spray dryer into the cyclone, which is a collection device. The cyclone created a vortex where particles were pushed aside and down. At the bottom of the cyclone, there is a collection bottle where all powder particles are collected for future use. The scientific processes occurring in the spray drying process include particle formation, evaporation, heat and mass transfer.

What can I spray myself for?

The spray dryer is an efficient research tool that can be used by one person. It is important to note that the spray dryer is designed as a research tool, so practice, in addition to experiment, error and improvement, is crucial to develop the most compatible method for your liquid solution.

Here is a quick review of the beginning of this process:

"I can change the inlet temperature and exhaust temperature of the spray dryer. This is achieved by increasing or decreasing the temperature. I can also turn on the spray dryer, which is as simple as you think. There are two green buttons on the dryer, one is the air compressor, and the other is the heater. These two buttons need to be turned on to allow the inlet and exhaust temperature to change. Once the dryer is set, I will keep the pump speed to 10, so that the liquid can quickly pass through the tube. At the same time, I turn on the water pump, which automatically locks. When the liquid rises to a quarter of the tube, I will turn the dial to 3, so that it will slow down and respond better."

Which items can be dried by spray?

Many substances can be used in the spray drying process. Spray dryers can be used for food and chemical applications. This process can produce non dust powders, which are crucial for handling specific hazardous products such as animal feed or dyes. Many heat sensitive materials can be dried by spray at relatively high inlet temperature. Most particles are spherical, which gives them fluid like flow characteristics. This makes many downstream operations, such as packaging, filtering, and processing, easier and more cost-effective.

One of the main functions of the LabPlant spray dryer is that the heat and mass transfer in the drying process occurs in the air and vapor film around the droplets. This layer of vapor protection keeps the particles at saturation temperature. The temperature of the solid will not reach the external temperature of the dryer.

Therefore, many heat sensitive products can be spray dried at relatively high inlet temperatures. This method is mainly used because it dries the product faster than other methods, so it is strongly recommended for those who want to upgrade the spray drying process.

summary

In summary, spray dryers are very effective because they authorize quality research and provide multiple benefits for research and development facilities.

You can operate the LabPlant UK spray dryer alone because it is designed as an independent research tool. For convenience, the setup is an integrated solution, and only glassware needs to be installed after delivery. LabPlant spray dryer can run automatically, freeing your hands to do other projects. For quotation or more suggestions on how to best run the LabPlant spray dryer, please contact us directly by phone or email.