Grain Dryer

Grain dryer is a machine that is engineered who provide great services which are great importance. The grain dryer uses a several technologies depending on the type.

It is customized by the manufacturer so as to provide the required services to you. The dryer is easy to install and to maximum enjoy the benefits, the grain dryer is mobile and easy to relocate. The machine can be operated using gas, diesel or even electricity depending on the customer’s preference. It can dry up to 240 tons per day with very minimal supervision.

The following are some of the categories of its natural air, low temperature, high temperature, batch, automatic batch, continuous flow, in-bin and column and self-contained. They can also be classified according to the direction of the airflow through the grain and the categories include cross-flow, counter-flow, and concurrent-flow. The choice of the grain dryer will depend on the preference of the customer.

How does the grain dryer operate?

• The drying bin is opened and the grains are placed on top in a uniform manner
• Cold air is then heated by heaters and a fan inside the grain dryer.
• The heat that is produced by the grain dryer is used to dry the grain so that the grain can dry using the warmth.
• The dryer has some augers that bring the grain at the center of the grain dryer and it pulls up the sensors that produce moisture determine the moisture content of the grain.
• The grain is then transferred to the grain storage using a continuous flow auger which is turned in by command center inside the grain dryer.

When you are drying and the grain has not gotten the moisture recommended the command center will give the signal to the augers for the grain to dry by mixing the grain from the top to the bottom until it acquires the required moisture.

Grain dryers advantages VS small-scale farmer or as a large-scale farmer

• The augers in it polish the grain thus improving sample.
• It improves the hectoliter by cleaning the grain after removing weed seeds and broken grain.
• It can handle the very wet grain and dry it fast.
• The grain is ready to sell when you want since you are in control.
• The circulating air inside the dryer decreases the drying time of the grain.
• It is quiet thus reduces noise in the sensitive areas.
• Some have a resale value due to their mobility.
• Minimal handling therefore much easier to use.

Each of the categories has advantages and limitations and it is important to weigh both factors before choosing. It is important to ensure efficient flow of fuel in any of the dryer for maximum results.

It is, therefore, necessary to check with people who have dealt with the type of dryer a customer chooses. Also purchasing the grain dryer from a reputable dealer is necessary as they can offer installation services and transportation services up to your place of installation.