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All about Air Dryer Systems

by Abhigyan Chaudhary content writer

What Is an Air Dryer?


An air dryer is used for eliminating water vapors present in the compressed air. The air dyers are predominantly used in various industrial and commercial establishments. The removal of water vapors from air is necessary in order to stop condensation which causes moisture to disturb responsive industrial processes. Too much water present in the compressed air can cause several operational problems for the industries and facilities using compresses air.


These problems include fouling of products and processes, damage in pneumatic process control equipment, corrosion in instruments and piping, or freezing of air lines. Various kinds Air Dryer systems are available in the market today depending upon the specific and varying needs of the users.


Types of Air Dryers


The performance of all the air dryers is judged by their dew point. The dew point of the air is increased due to concentration of atmospheric contaminants (such as water vapor) during the air compression process. Different kinds of air dryers that are popular today include membrane dryers, deliquescent dryers, refrigerated dryers, regenerative desiccant dryers, or twin tower dryers. A deliquescent dryer offers a dew point of 20 degree F, while a refrigerated dryer provides a dew point of 35 degree F.


Uses


There are numerous uses of Air dryer systems in processes which need dry air. These include train and truck air brake, dental office air, feed air for nitrogen and oxygen generators, pneumatic control systems, pneumatic tools, painting, and telecomm industry systems.


How to Buy?


The question here comes how to choose an air dryer for our needs. What are points that should be taken into consideration before buying a drying system. Some of the factors that must be paid attention to, include knowing how dry air you need, analyzing the present air system, and comparing dryer designs and benefits.


Further, care must be taken to buy these systems from reputed and well known manufacturers or agencies only. This would ensure that you get the optimum value for your money. Also, buying from uncertified manufacturers could result in problems for you. Selecting the right sized air dryer for your needs is of vital importance as it could increase or decrease your maintenance costs.


Knowing your needs and doing some Internet research before purchasing air dryer systems would make you informed about all the finer points involved in these complicated devices. When you are informed and educated enough you would be in a position to make a better buying decision.


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