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Coal Slime Dryer Machine

LIPU Coal Slime Dryer Machines are designed to reduce moisture in coal slime through rotary drying. The system configuration can be selected according to feed moisture, target moisture, throughput, heat source, and site conditions.

  • Capacity range: 4–103 t/h, depending on model and operating conditions
  • Heat source options: Steam, waste heat, coal gas, natural gas, coal, and other fuels, subject to project configuration
  • Applicable materials: Coal slime and other compatible high-moisture materials
  • System configuration: Rotary dryer with feeding, heating, conveying, and exhaust-treatment equipment selected for the project

Delivery Time and Warranty: Confirmed for Each Order

What Is a Coal Slime Dryer?

Coal slime is a fine, moisture-rich by-product generated during coal washing and processing. Its high moisture content can make storage, handling, transport, and reuse more difficult.

Coal slime rotary dryer showing the drum interior and external girth gear
Rotary dryer views highlighting the drum interior and girth gear drive

A coal slime dryer uses a controlled drying process to reduce moisture before the material moves to storage or a downstream application. The suitable configuration depends on feed properties, required capacity, target moisture, heat source, and site conditions.

Coal Slime Dryer Applications

Dried coal slime may be used or further processed according to its quality and the requirements of the receiving process. Potential applications include:

Coal slime dryer applications, including fuel blending, brickmaking, soil-related uses, and storage
Applications of Coal Slime Dryers
  • Fuel blending or combustion, where permitted and technically suitable
  • Brickmaking and other building-material production
  • Soil improvement or related material applications, subject to local standards
  • Storage, transport, or further processing

The appropriate end use depends on coal slime composition, drying results, local regulations, and customer requirements. Confirm material suitability before selecting a downstream application.

How Does a Coal Slime Rotary Dryer Work?

Coal slime is fed into the rotary drum at a controlled rate. As the drum rotates, internal lifting flights raise and release the material so it contacts the drying gas. The material moves through the drum while moisture evaporates. Dried material exits at the discharge end, and exhaust gas is routed to dust collection or treatment equipment as required.

A typical process includes:

  1. Feed and metering: Feed coal slime evenly into the dryer to support stable operation.
  2. Rotary drying: The rotating drum and lifting flights move and disperse the material through the drying zone.
  3. Moisture removal: Heat transfers to the material, causing moisture to evaporate under the selected operating conditions.
  4. Product discharge: Dried material leaves the drum for conveying, storage, or downstream processing.
  5. Exhaust handling: Dust and exhaust gas are managed using equipment selected for the project.

Drying results depend on feed moisture, particle size, throughput, heat source, and operating conditions. The process illustration shows a typical layout; final equipment and flow direction should be confirmed for the selected design.

Coal Slime Dryer System Configuration

A complete drying line may include a feed hopper, metering conveyor, rotary dryer, heat-source system, product conveyor, and exhaust-treatment equipment. The configuration is determined by material characteristics, required throughput, available utilities, emissions requirements, and plant layout.

Coal slime rotary dryer process line with feeding, dust collection, and material conveying equipment
Typical coal slime rotary drying line layout

A cyclone, bag filter, or other dust-control equipment may be included when required by the process and environmental conditions. Equipment selection should be confirmed for each project rather than assumed to be identical across installations.

Key Components of a Coal Slime Rotary Dryer

The rotary dryer system may include the drum, internal lifting flights, support rollers, girth gear, drive system, feed and discharge sections, and auxiliary equipment. Component design and arrangement vary by model and project.

Regular inspection of the drive, support, sealing, and conveying components helps operators plan routine maintenance. Follow the equipment manual and site-specific maintenance procedures.

Main Benefits of a Coal Slime Dryer

  • Continuous rotary operation: Supports steady movement of material through the drying zone.
  • Configurable capacity: Dryer size and auxiliary equipment can be selected to suit the required throughput.
  • Flexible heat-source planning: The system can be designed around suitable heat sources available at the site.
  • Integrated line design: Feeding, drying, conveying, and exhaust handling can be coordinated as a production line.
  • Material-specific configuration: Equipment selection can account for feed moisture, particle size, and handling characteristics.
  • Service access: Key drive and support components can be arranged to facilitate inspection and maintenance.

Actual capacity and drying performance depend on feed properties, moisture reduction required, heat source, and operating conditions.

Coal Slime Dryer Models and Technical Specifications

The table below presents the model data provided for the rotary dryer. Confirm the applicable model and the basis of capacity and operating values with LIPU before ordering.

Rotary dryer

Model Volume of the drum(m³) Capacity(t/h) Installation slope(%) Maximum intake temperature (℃) Main motor power(kw) Weight(t)
Φ0.6×8 2.2 0.4-0.6 3-5 700-850 3 3.2
Φ0.8×10 5 1.3-1.8 3-5 700-850 4 4.4
Φ1.0×10 7.8 2.0-3.0 3-5 700-850 5.5 5.3
Φ1.2×10 11.3 3.0-4.0 3-5 700-850 7.5 8.1
Φ1.2×1.2 13.5 3.5-5.0 3-5 700-850 11 9.1
Φ1.5×12 21.2 5.5-7.5 3-5 700-850 15 14.6
Φ1.5×15 26.5 7.0-10 3-5 700-850 15 16.5
Φ1.8×12 30.5 8.0-11 3-5 700-850 18.5 21.9
Φ1.8×18 45.8 12-16 3-5 700-850 18.5 26.6
Φ2.0×20 62.8 16-23 3-5 700-850 22 36.5
Φ2.2×22 83.6 22-30 3-5 700-850 30 43.9
Φ2.4×22 99.5 26-35 3-5 700-850 45 53.1
Φ2.5×25 122.7 32-45 3-5 700-850 45 62.6
Φ2.6×24 127.4 33-46 3-5 700-850 45 63.0
Φ2.8×28 172.4 44-62 3-5 700-850 45 85.0
Φ3.0×25 176.6 45-64 3-5 700-850 75 89.0
Φ3.2×25 201 50-72 3-5 700-850 90 95.0
Φ3.4×28 254 65-92 3-5 700-850 110 122.0
Φ3.6×28 285 73-103 3-5 700-850 160 129.0

How to Select a Coal Slime Dryer

When requesting a configuration, provide:

  • Coal slime feed rate and particle-size range
  • Initial moisture and target moisture
  • Material characteristics, including stickiness and bulk density
  • Available heat source, fuel, and utilities
  • Required product handling or downstream process
  • Dust-control and emissions requirements
  • Plant layout, installation space, and conveying distance

These details help determine the dryer size, heat-source arrangement, and supporting equipment. Material testing may be recommended when feed properties vary or the target moisture is critical.

Coal Slime Dryer in Industrial Applications

Coal slime dryer systems can be integrated into existing or new processing lines. The layout may include feeding, rotary drying, material conveying, and exhaust handling equipment, configured to suit the plant’s capacity, heat source, and site conditions.

Rotary dryer and burner installed inside an industrial processing facility.
Rotary dryer installation with burner and auxiliary equipment
Industrial rotary dryer line with ductwork and dust-collection equipment inside a plant.
Rotary dryer line and exhaust-handling equipment at an industrial facility

Coal Slime Dryer FAQs

What information is needed to select a coal slime dryer?
Provide the feed rate, particle-size range, initial and target moisture, available heat source, and site conditions. These details help determine the dryer configuration and auxiliary equipment.

Can the dryer process sticky coal slime?
It may be possible, but suitability depends on the material’s moisture, stickiness, particle size, and handling behavior. Provide a representative sample or material data for evaluation.

Does the listed capacity apply to every coal slime?
No. Actual throughput depends on feed characteristics, required moisture reduction, heat source, and operating conditions. Confirm the capacity basis for the selected model.

What heat sources are available?
Heat-source options depend on the project design, fuel availability, local requirements, and material characteristics. Confirm suitable options with LIPU.

Is dust-collection equipment included?
Dust-control and exhaust-treatment equipment are selected according to project requirements. A cyclone, bag filter, or other equipment may be considered where appropriate.

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