
Fluid Bed Dryer
Fluid Bed Dryer
A Fluid Bed Dryer (FBD) is a high-performance industrial drying equipment designed to reduce moisture content from granules and powders in pharmaceuticals, food, chemicals, and related industries. It operates on the principle of fluidization, ensuring uniform heat distribution and efficient drying with minimal energy consumption.
As a leading Fluid Bed Dryer manufacturer and supplier in India, we provide GMP-compliant, stainless-steel dryers tailored for both R&D and production-scale applications.
Applications
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Pharmaceutical Industry – Drying of wet granules during tablet production
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Food Processing – Drying spices, grains, starch, dairy powders
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Chemical Industry – Catalyst powders, fertilizers, resins
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Detergent & Soap Industry – Drying of base powder mixes
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Pigments & Dyes – Drying colorants and printing chemicals
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Nutraceuticals & Herbal Extracts – Moisture control in plant powders
Benefits
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Uniform drying with controlled temperature
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Ideal for heat-sensitive materials
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Reduces drying time significantly
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Ensures consistent product quality
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Easy to clean and GMP-friendly design
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Lower operational cost with high efficiency
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Scalable from lab to large-scale production
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Available with explosion-proof designs for solvents
Key Features
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SS304/SS316 construction with GMP design
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Fluidized airflow system with pre-heated hot air
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HEPA filter integration for contamination control
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PLC-controlled temperature, airflow, and cycle timing
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Bottom discharge with removable bowl or top-spray coating options
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Available in capacities from 5 kg to 500 kg batch sizes
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Explosion-proof electric or steam heating systems
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Optional WIP (Wash in Place) for CIP integration
Supplier in India
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Supplied to top pharma companies, food processors, and R&D labs
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Exporters to Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East
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Offer custom designs, validation support, and documentation (DQ, IQ, OQ, PQ)
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Prompt delivery and after-sales service network across India
FAQs
1. What is a Fluid Bed Dryer?
An industrial machine that uses hot air flow to dry granules and powders by suspending them in a fluidized state.
2. What types of materials can be dried?
Pharmaceutical granules, herbal powders, food ingredients, chemicals, resins, and more.
3. What is the typical drying time?
Between 20 to 60 minutes, depending on material moisture content and airflow.
4. Is it GMP compliant?
Yes, FBDs used in pharma are made of SS316 and follow GMP guidelines.
5. Are models available for R&D?
Yes, mini or lab-scale models are available for research and testing.
6. What heating options are available?
Electric, steam, and gas-based heating systems.
7. Does it require frequent maintenance?
Minimal maintenance is needed if proper cleaning and filter checks are followed.
8. Is automation possible?
Yes, with PLC+HMI automation, full control and data logging can be integrated.
9. What capacity options are there?
Standard models range from 5 kg to 500 kg, with custom sizing available.
10. Do you provide validation documents?
Yes, DQ, IQ, OQ, and PQ documents are provided for regulated environments.
Why Choose Us?
1000+ successful installations in India & overseas
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Custom-built models for R&D, pilot & production batches
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Compliant with GMP, CE, and ISO standards
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Timely delivery, spare parts support & technical training
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Trusted by top pharma & chemical brands worldwide
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24/7 customer care with dedicated service teams
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Upgradable systems for coating, granulation & drying