Vertical Conical Dryer (VCD)

The Vertical Conical Dryer (VCD) is a versatile energy efficient system used for the drying of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API’s) in compliance with cGMP and FDA guidelines.

VCDs can also be optimized to make it suitable for use in Chemical, Fine Chemical & Agro Chemical industries. VCD can be designed for use in sterile/clean room areas by providing In-floor installation that separates the drive unit from the process area.

Key Features and Advantages

Effective utilization of static and dynamic heat transfer areas resulting in efficient drying
Vertical installation and bottom discharge ensures lower heel volumes and better emptying characteristics
Wide range of filling capacities with good turndown ratio
Effective utilization of lump breaker
Compact system with lower footprint
Lower operating and maintenance cost compared to other dryers

Optional accessories

Lump breaker, sampling system, condenser, receiver and vacuum pump

Automation systems
Temperature Control Units (TCU)
Vacuum and solvent recovery units
Dust filter

Options

Materials of construction

Stainless steel, hastelloy and special alloys

Shaft sealing designs

Double wet mechanical seals or dry mechanical seal to eliminate product contamination

Agitator

Hollow heated agitator with heatable single or double helical ribbon for gentle mixing & efficient heat transfer

Bottom discharge

Twist close valve/segmented ball valve for quick opening and discharge of dried product with no dead volume

Vertical Conical Dryer (VCD)