A belt dryer is used to dry fabrics and materials, often screen printed, and is equipped with a motorized transport system, heating chamber, exhaust components, and control system. Specifications such as capacity, power, and tape size and speed are important. Ink on fabric can be dried using a belt dryer, which should be configured for higher temperatures for thicker ink layers and heavier materials. Production capacity depends on conveyor speed, heating capacity, and size of garments being processed. Maintenance and feed costs must also be considered.
A belt dryer is a heating system used for fabrics and materials, often screen printed. It is usually equipped with a motorized transport system and a heating chamber, exhaust components and a control system. The purpose of a belt dryer is to process as many garments as possible while optimizing their quality in an efficient time frame. An essential component to a produce shop, the dryer can be expensive, and there are many options to consider when shopping for one. Specifications such as capacity, power, and tape size and speed are usually important to consider, as are temperature and maintenance requirements.
Ink on fabric and other fabrics can be dried using a belt dryer. This machine is typically the last step in the manufacturing process. It should provide enough heat so that the ink dries completely and doesn’t degrade too quickly. Depending on the ink and material, a dryer that is too hot can burn the material. A belt dryer should usually be configured for higher temperatures, the thicker the ink layer and the heavier the material.
In general, the heater should be wider than the conveyor belt. There are often many widths available from manufacturers. Wider conveyors are sometimes divided into two lanes which can be operated by separate controls and accompanied by separate heaters. Production capacity usually depends on conveyor speed, heating capacity and size of garments being processed. Sometimes it is also important to calculate the curing time of the ink.
A belt dryer typically has controls for belt speed and temperature. Adjusting the desired time for each garment requires, for example, knowing the time required to dry each shirt and achieving a planned production capacity. Other parts of the belt dryer include digital temperature readouts and vents. These are important for directing smoke, odors and fluff away from work areas and being located relatively close to an outdoor area. On larger systems with multiple vents, more than one vent must be kept open to ensure adequate ventilation.
In addition to the purchase costs, the feed costs of the belt dryer must be considered. Maintenance is another concern. If some parts are riveted together, access and repairs may be more expensive. Even the need for a specialist could delay the project, with higher costs for the company as well. A belt dryer is a complex system where every specification must be fully understood to meet the company budget.
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