Overview
The DRUVATHERM Vacuum Shovel Dryer by Lödige is designed for intensive mixing and effective drying under vacuum conditions. It supports a multiphase process including mixing, granulating, drying, and cooling, with an emphasis on economical solvent recuperation.

Specifications
- Total volume ranges from 130 liters to 55,000 liters.
- Mixing shaft configurations vary: held on both sides or one side, with some models featuring removable shafts.
- Machine types include VT Standard, VT-E, and VT-A, with volumes from 5 liters to 8,000 liters.

Applications
The dryer is suitable for a wide range of applications including:

• Pharmaceutical products
• Chemicals
• Recycling
• Various types of sludge
• Moulding, friction, and fiber compounds
• Dyestuffs
• Plastics (fiber polymers)
• Agrochemicals
• Chemical specialties

Mode of Operation
The dryer operates by creating intensive contact between product particles and the heated wall, ensuring gentle treatment. Optional rotating choppers provide additional dispersion. Fine particles in solvent vapors are collected and returned to the product bed for further drying.

Key Features
- Intensive mixing prevents temperature and moisture gradients.
- High heat transfer for effective drying.
- Gentle thermal treatment under vacuum.
- Pneumatically cleaned filter for fine particle collection.

Contact Information
Gebrüder Lödige Maschinenbau GmbH
Elsener Straße 7–9, 33102 Paderborn
Phone: +49 5251 309-0
Fax: +49 5251 309-123
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.loedige.de