Fluid Bed Dryer
PharmaChem Cosmetics Industries designs and manufactures GMP-compliant Fluid Bed Dryers (FBD) engineered for rapid, uniform drying of granular materials in the pharmaceutical, chemical, and food processing industries. By utilizing advanced fluidized-bed technology, our equipment ensures optimum heat transfer, reducing drying time while maintaining the physical integrity and chemical properties of your product.
Key Features & Technical Advantages
- Uniform Drying : Uniform air distribution prevents hotspots and ensures consistent moisture reduction across the entire batch.
- Hygienic Design: Built with high-grade SS304 or SS316L stainless steel, featuring mirror-polished contact parts for effortless cleaning and cross-contamination prevention.
- Advanced Automation: Equipped with optional PLC-based touchscreen controls, automated lifting systems, and precise temperature monitoring.
- Enhanced Safety: Integrated with explosion-proof vents, safe electrical earthing, and precise air filtration systems (HEPA filters).
Technical Specifications
| MODEL NO. | PCI FBD 3 | PCI FBD 5 | PCI FBD 15 | PCI FBD 30 | PCI FBD 60 | PCI FBD 120 | PCI FBD 150 | PCI FBD 200 | PCI FBD 250 | PCI FBD 300 | PCI FBD 400 | PCI FBD 500 | PCI FBD 600 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Working Capacity (Ltrs) | 9 | 18 | 45 | 90 | 170 | 290 | 350 | 475 | 575 | 675 | 900 | 1110 | 1330 |
| Max. Working Volume (Ltrs) | 6 | 10 | 30 | 60 | 120 | 240 | 300 | 400 | 500 | 600 | 800 | 1000 | 1200 |
| Batch Size (Kg) Min. & Max. | 2 - 3 | 4 - 5 | 10 - 15 | 20 - 30 | 50 - 80 | 80 - 120 | 100 - 150 | 150 - 200 | 200 - 250 | 200 - 300 | 300 - 400 | 400 - 500 | 500 - 600 |
| Blower Motor HP | 2 | 3 | 5 | 5 | 10 | 20 | 20 | 25 | 25 | 25 | 30 | 40 | 40 |
| Air Flow (CFM) | 270 | 350 | 550 | 750 | 1100 | 1900 | 2000 | 2588 | 2700 | 3235 | 3824 | 4412 | 5500 |
| Air Flow (m³/Hrs) | 460 | 595 | 935 | 1275 | 1870 | 3230 | 3400 | 4400 | 4590 | 5500 | 6500 | 7500 | 9350 |
| Steam Pressure (Kg/cm²) | 3.5 | ||||||||||||
| Consumption (Kg/Hrs) | |||||||||||||
| Steam | 26 | 36 | 45 | 90 | 130 | 150 | 186 | 216 | 244 | 344 | 344 | 344 | 344 |
| Electrical Heater (kW) | 9 | 12 | 18 | 20 | 36 | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA | NA |
| Compressed Air Pressure (Bar) | 6.0 | ||||||||||||
| Drying Temperature (°C) | 27 - 80 °C | ||||||||||||
| Electrical Supply | 3 Ph. AC | ||||||||||||
FAQs for Fluid Bed Dryer (FBD)
What is a Fluid Bed Dryer (FBD) and how does it work?
A Fluid Bed Dryer is advanced industrial equipment used for drying granular and powdered materials. It works on the principle of fluidization, where hot air is introduced at high pressure through a perforated bed of wet solids. This lifts and suspends the particles in the air, allowing maximum heat transfer and rapid moisture evaporation.
What are the primary applications of a Fluid Bed Dryer?
Fluid Bed Dryers are widely used in the pharmaceutical industry for drying granules before tablet compression. They are also heavily utilized in the chemical, agrochemical, food processing, and dairy industries to dry powders, crystals, and agglomerated materials.
What materials are used to construct an industrial FBD?
To meet global hygiene standards, all contact parts of our Fluid Bed Dryers are manufactured using high-grade SS316L stainless steel. Non-contact components and outer structures are built with robust SS304, ensuring excellent corrosion resistance and durability.
How does an FBD compare to a traditional Tray Dryer?
A Fluid Bed Dryer is significantly faster and more efficient than a traditional Tray Dryer. While tray drying takes hours and can result in uneven drying, an FBD completes the process in minutes due to direct contact between hot air and suspended particles, ensuring absolute batch uniformity.
Are your Fluid Bed Dryers cGMP compliant?
Yes, all Fluid Bed Dryers manufactured by PharmaChem Cosmetics Industries strictly adhere to cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practices) guidelines. They feature mirror-finished contact surfaces, accessible sampling ports, and an easy-to-clean design to prevent cross-contamination.
What safety features are integrated into a Fluid Bed Dryer machine?
Safety is paramount in FBD operations. Our machines include explosion relief flaps, an automatic earth-grounding system to prevent static electricity discharge, differential pressure gauges, and flameproof/explosion-proof electrical components.
What capacities or batch sizes are available for FBDs?
We offer customized solutions ranging from Lab/R&D models (2 kg to 5 kg) for testing purposes, up to large-scale commercial production models (30 kg to 500 kg or more) depending on your manufacturing volume.
Can a Fluid Bed Dryer be used for material coating?
Standard FBD units are designed primarily for drying. However, with the addition of a bottom-spray (Wurster) or top-spray mechanism, the system can be upgraded into a Fluid Bed Processor capable of pellet coating, granulation, and drying in a single machine.
What type of automation and control systems do you provide?
Our FBDs can be equipped with customized PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) systems with HMI touchscreens. This allows operators to easily program, monitor, and record precise drying temperatures, cycle times, and air velocity for strict batch documentation.
Why choose PharmaChem Cosmetics Industries as your Fluid Bed Dryer manufacturer, supplier, and exporter in India?
PharmaChem Cosmetics Industries is a premier manufacturer, supplier, and exporter in India, delivering state-of-the-art Fluid Bed Dryers built with strict cGMP standards. Backed by engineering expertise, we offer fully customized capacities (from R&D to large-scale production), robust SS316L construction, and advanced PLC automation. We provide seamless global shipping and comprehensive installation support, making us the trusted engineering partner for pharmaceutical, chemical, and cosmetic formulation plants worldwide.