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Ingersoll Rand
New Ingersoll Rand Desiccant Dryer range
Manufactured in Europe, the new range of Ingersoll Rand desiccant dryers includes two main configurations, heatless and with heated blowers. The range benefits from the accumulated experience of the over 3000 units already operating in other regions of the world. In the heated blower version, the a Energy Management System(EMS) is included as a standard features, which can reduce operating costs by 20,000 euros over three years. Compared to other market solutions, it is very competitively priced, costing the same with EMS as others which do not include EMS. Desiccant dryers are dedicated to medium and heavy industry and the automotive, pharmaceutical, chemical and oil and gas industries among others.
Ingersoll Rand desiccant dryers are designed to eliminate costly production interruptions which can result from moisture. All of the dryers use twin desiccant towers and strategically positioned valves for drying compressed air. The basic difference between the two dryer technologies is the manner in which moisture is desorbed from the desiccant, also known as regeneration. Heatless dryers use compressed air to purge the towers of moisture while heated blower dryers utilize externally heated ambient air. Heatless dryers are lower in capital investment, but may be more expensive to operate because they require a portion of the dried compressed air to be diverted from the air system for desiccant regeneration. Heated blower dryers require the highest initial capital investment due to the centrifugal blower, but with little or no diversion of compressed air from the system for regeneration, they offer significantly lower operating costs.
Ingersoll Rand desiccant dryers distinguish themselves from others on the market thanks to their specific design. The low profile design gives easy access to key maintenance points at operator levels for faster servicing and less downtime. The lower silhouette also allows upright shipment and facilitates installation. With manifolds angled toward the center at operator level, the high performance valves are easily accessed for maintenance. For example, a typical diaphragm valve in a heatless dryer can be rebuilt in less than ten minutes, without removing the valve from the manifold.
Energy consumption is a major consideration for both heatless and blower desiccant dryers. Firstly, they are available with the Energy Management System (EMS). This reduces purge air consumption by monitoring dryer performance in low demand situations. While maintaining a constant dew point, EMS extends the dryer cycle so as to initiate the desiccant purge only when needed. Secondly, on IB models (with blowers) the heater and blower are controlled by outlet regeneration temperature that shuts off to save electrical power once desiccant has been thoroughly regenerated. Thirdly, the solid-state soft starter limits the inrush current, reducing electricity consumption and making for a smooth start that extends motor life.
Strategically placed filters before and after drying cycle remove oil and contaminants to ensure that only clean, dried air exits the dryer. Both heatless and heated blower dryers have several standard features to guaranty high quality operation as well as options to customize dryers to fit the needs of your air system. Twenty-five different models are proposed. Every dryer features an IP54 package (IP65 option), providing increased protection of electrical components, controls and displays. Dryer operation can be run with 50 Hz, 60 Hz, and pneumatic (IL models only) power supplies. They are equipped with a digital electronic multi-function controller controlling valve switching as well as monitoring dryer operations. They are Modbus compatible and have an LCD display for easy viewing.
The optional UltraCare program provides the client with a 5 year warranty on parts and services.
Contact:
Louis ROMPRE
Ingersoll Rand Air Treatment Manager – European Served Area
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Ingersoll Rand desiccant dryers distinguish themselves from others on the market thanks to their specific design. The low profile design gives easy access to key maintenance points at operator levels for faster servicing and less downtime. The lower silhouette also allows upright shipment and facilitates installation. With manifolds angled toward the center at operator level, the high performance valves are easily accessed for maintenance. For example, a typical diaphragm valve in a heatless dryer can be rebuilt in less than ten minutes, without removing the valve from the manifold.
Energy consumption is a major consideration for both heatless and blower desiccant dryers. Firstly, they are available with the Energy Management System (EMS). This reduces purge air consumption by monitoring dryer performance in low demand situations. While maintaining a constant dew point, EMS extends the dryer cycle so as to initiate the desiccant purge only when needed. Secondly, on IB models (with blowers) the heater and blower are controlled by outlet regeneration temperature that shuts off to save electrical power once desiccant has been thoroughly regenerated. Thirdly, the solid-state soft starter limits the inrush current, reducing electricity consumption and making for a smooth start that extends motor life.
Strategically placed filters before and after drying cycle remove oil and contaminants to ensure that only clean, dried air exits the dryer. Both heatless and heated blower dryers have several standard features to guaranty high quality operation as well as options to customize dryers to fit the needs of your air system. Twenty-five different models are proposed. Every dryer features an IP54 package (IP65 option), providing increased protection of electrical components, controls and displays. Dryer operation can be run with 50 Hz, 60 Hz, and pneumatic (IL models only) power supplies. They are equipped with a digital electronic multi-function controller controlling valve switching as well as monitoring dryer operations. They are Modbus compatible and have an LCD display for easy viewing.
The optional UltraCare program provides the client with a 5 year warranty on parts and services.
Contact:
Louis ROMPRE
Ingersoll Rand Air Treatment Manager – European Served Area
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
