Used Drum Dryers for Sale
Drum dryers are thermal drying systems that use rotating heated drums to remove moisture from liquid, slurry, or paste materials. In this process, material is applied as a thin film onto the surface of a heated drum, where moisture rapidly evaporates before the dried product is scraped off. Drum dryers are widely used in food processing, chemical manufacturing, and pharmaceutical production where efficient drying of viscous materials is required. Used drum dryers offer a cost-effective solution for continuous or batch drying applications. Aaron Equipment offers used drum dryers for sale in a variety of drum sizes, heating methods, and configurations.
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41174072Used Escher Wyss ZW 2350 Double Drum Dryer | 1,000 kg/hr | Industrial Drum Drying System
Used Escher Wyss ZW 2350 Double Drum Dryer | 1,000 kg/hr | Industrial Drum Drying System. Capacity 1000 Kgs/Hr (2200 Lbs/Hr) 1500 mm (58.5") dia x 2500 mm (97.5") st. side drums. 26 RPM drum speed. Heating pressure 8 bar (120 PSI), Heating steam pressure 4 bar (60 PSI). Complete with (1) Blower, (1) Dust collector, Sifter/5 Station sack filling unit and additional infrastructure. Previously skimmed milk concentrated with 45% dry matter content. Our freight specialists can assist you with door to door transportation and all customs documents needed to make the process go as smoothly as possible.
MFR: Escher Wyss
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54280001Used Buflovak Atmospheric Double Drum Dryer | Model 6" x 8" ADDD | Pilot & R&D D
Used Buflovak Atmospheric Double Drum Dryer, Model 6" x 8" ADDD. 2 sq/ft Total drying surface area. Approximate 6" diameter x 8" face cored drum, rated 140-160 psig. Driven by a 1/2hp, 3/60/208-230/460 volt, 1725rpm motor through reducer 41.58:1 ratio. Blador VS drive. The dryer features twin chrome-plated drying drums with independent drum gap adjustment, stainless steel frame and safety guards, product feed trough with feed manifold, and doctor blade assembly. Compact unit is designed for drying slurries, purees, pastes, and other pumpable materials into flakes or powders and is well suited for R&D, product development, and small-scale production. Mounted on stainless steel frame. Job No. P1-00972, Serial# 2013-04, built 2013.
MFR: Buflovak
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54597001Used Andritz Gouda T15/40KD Double Drum Dryers – 408 Sq. Ft. Drying Area Each | Lot of (2)
Used- Lot of (2) Andritz Gouda Double Drum Dryers, Model T15/40KD. Drums: 1508 MM (59.37") diameter x 4000 MM (157.48") face, cast iron rolls, not chrome plated. 204 square feet per drum / 408 square feet total drying area per dryer. Drums rated for 13 bar design pressure at 195C maximum, steam heated, 6,125 liter volume per drum. 1.515 RPM drum speed. 18.5 kW drive. Two (2) discharge augers, 560mm diameter x 5,995mm long, each driven by a 1.5 kW motor at 80 rpm. Equipped with stainless steel hood and hydraulic bearing lube system. CE marked. Built 2021.
MFR: Andritz
Drum Dryer Applications & Typical Use Cases
Used drum dryers are commonly used for drying materials that can be spread into thin films. Typical applications include:
Food products such as starches, cereals, baby food, and mashed products
Chemical slurries and specialty materials
Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical pastes
Adhesives and polymer solutions
Waste stream and byproduct drying
These systems are particularly effective for materials with high moisture content and viscous consistency.
When to Choose a Drum Dryer
Drum dryers are best suited for applications involving liquid or semi-solid materials that require rapid moisture removal. They are often selected when producing flakes or powders from slurries or pastes. Compared to spray dryers, drum dryers are typically used for more viscous materials and can operate with lower complexity, making them a practical option for certain drying processes.
Used Drum Dryer Buying Considerations
When evaluating a used drum dryer, consider:
Drum size and surface area: Determines drying capacity and throughput
Heating method: Steam-heated vs. electrically heated systems impact efficiency and utility requirements
Feed system design: Ensures consistent application of material onto the drum surface
Doctor blade condition: Critical for efficient product removal and consistent output
Rotation speed and control systems: Affects residence time and final moisture content
Why Buy Used Drum Dryers
Purchasing a used drum dryer can significantly reduce capital investment while maintaining effective drying performance for viscous materials. Many units are available for immediate delivery, helping facilities avoid long lead times associated with new equipment. Used drum dryers also provide access to proven drying technology suitable for a range of industrial applications.
Sell Your Used Drum Dryers
Aaron Equipment purchases surplus and used drum dryers from a wide range of manufacturers and configurations. Whether you are upgrading equipment, shutting down operations, or selling idle assets, our team can assist with buyouts or consignment opportunities.
A drum dryer is a drying system that removes moisture by applying a liquid or slurry onto a heated rotating drum. The material dries as it contacts the drum surface and is then scraped off as a خشک product, typically in flake or powder form.
Drum dryers are used for drying food products, chemical slurries, pharmaceutical pastes, and other viscous materials. They are commonly used in industries requiring efficient moisture removal from semi-solid or liquid feedstocks.
Drum dryers apply material directly onto a heated surface, making them suitable for viscous or paste-like materials, while spray dryers atomize liquids into fine droplets for drying in hot air. Drum dryers are generally simpler and better suited for thicker materials.
The cost of a used drum dryer depends on factors such as drum size, heating method, capacity, manufacturer, and condition. Larger or specialized units typically command higher prices.
Yes. Aaron Equipment purchases used drum dryers across a range of sizes and configurations. If you have equipment available for sale, submit your details for evaluation.