Nordson iDry
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Series Induction Dryers
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Part 1075452
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2016 Nordson Corporation
Description
The Nordson iDry Series Induction Dryers provide simple, efficient, and
uniform drying of water-based end-sealing compounds applied to can ends.
The dryers use solid-state induction heating to generate heat within the can
ends and dry the sealing compound, at line speeds of up to 2200 ends a
minute. The dryers can be designed for can end diameters from 57 to
170 mm.
The dryers are available with single or dual channels and can be configured
to mate to almost any line height. Each dryer is designed to handle a
particular material and can end size or limited range of can end sizes,
according to the customer’s specifications.
Figure 1
iDry Series Induction Dryer (with Optional Magnetic Separator)
iDry Features
Instant On/Off
When the line starts, heating within the can ends instantly starts. Since heat is
created directly within the ends, there is no thermal inertia. When the line
stops, heating instantly stops. This produces a very uniform product.
No Jams
The short length of the dryer and the straight-through design minimizes jams.
Energy Savings
Solid state induction heating is extremely efficient. Greater than 80% of the
power consumed is directly realized as heat in the can ends. When the line
stops, almost no power is consumed.
Reliability
The solid-state design of the dryers minimizes downtime. There are few
moving parts to wear out.
Small Footprint
Because induction drying is so effective, the dryer is much smaller than
conventional ovens.
Temperature Control
The dryer continuously monitors the temperature of the can ends as they exit
the dryer and adjusts coil power to maintain the desired setpoint temperature,
providing uniform control of product quality.
Magnetic Separator
An optional magnetic separator can be installed at the dryer exit.