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News Release from: Hi-Line Industries | Subject: Compressed air dryers
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 11 December 2001
Match compressed air inlets to required
dewpoint
The range of desiccant compressed air dryers from Hi-Line Industries are designed to mitigate the effects of the climate change levy with low energy consumption.
The range of desiccant compressed air dryers from Hi-Line Industries are designed to mitigate the effects of the climate change levy with low energy consumption This is achieved by utilising a unique AEMS (automatic energy management system), which optimises energy usage, reducing waste by matching compressed air inlet conditions to a required dewpoint
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 16 May 2002 at 8.00am (UK)
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These British made dryers are designed to deliver compressed air at a constant -40C dewpoint as standard, but -70C and lower can also be achieved.
Flow rates from 10 to 10,000scfm can be accommodated, with the complete dryer package contained within a compact footprint, or custom designed to fit the space available.
A pressure equalisation system eliminates pressure fluctuations, while full-flow check valves ensure minimum pressure drop, and independent switching valves provide fail-safe operation.
The pressure vessels comply with British/European standards EN286, BS5500 and ASME VIII.
They are generously sized for maximum air/desiccant contact time, and also fully insulated for optimum thermal efficiency.
All pipework, valves and wetted areas are produced from 316 stainless steel and Argon purge TIG welded.
Electrical wiring is to 16th edition IEE regulations with overall manufacture the EEC machinery directive and CE marked.
Hi-line desiccant air dryers can also be supplied in standard format up to 450 bar g.
The AEMS control systems can be retrofitted to any make of dryer to increase operating efficiency.
Regeneration temperatures are directly controlled from a PLC which can be Mitsubishi, Siemens, Allan Bradley etc to customer choice.
A user interface with indicator panel is provided, with the cycle stepping programme featured as an on-screen display.
Total user-friendly control is provided with no separate laptop required.
All equipment is covered by a parts and labour warranty, which can be extended to five years with a service contract.
Nationwide service support is available with installation and commissioning included in the dryer package price.
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