AD The desiccant wheel dryers in this AEC series are more efficient, more compact and require less maintenance than traditional dehumidifying dryers, according to the company. Rather than using a large volume of molecular sieves composed of at least 30 percent of clay, as dehumidifying dryers use, the wheel dryers have a reinforced honeycomb structure and operate without creating dust.
What’s new? The smallest units in the AD series, the ADW14 and ADW25. They are appropriate for low-throughput applications, including medical applications, requiring energy-efficient drying solutions with a minimal footprint. They can process 1 to 25 pounds per hour depending on the material. The Smart Mode feature automatically controls process parameters to protect material from overdrying, and results in energy savings of up to 40 percent. Low-temperature options are available for processing bioresins.
Benefits Appropriateness for small-throughput applications for medical injection molding or extrusion, as well as blow molding. Because of their compact size, the dryer and drying hopper can be set up on a cart or mounted directly to the feed throat of a process machine, and the units are ideal for applications where floor space is limited. Compressed air and water connections are not required for operation.
AEC, New Berlin, Wis., 262-641-8600, www.aecinternet.com
