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Title Paddy Type Dryer A Comprehensive Overview

The document provides an overview of paddy type dryers, emphasizing their role in preserving grain quality, reducing spoilage, and boosting profits. It covers the fundamentals of paddy drying, key components of the dryer, and factors affecting drying efficiency. Additionally, it outlines operational best practices and maintenance tips to ensure optimal performance.

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Title Paddy Type Dryer A Comprehensive Overview

The document provides an overview of paddy type dryers, emphasizing their role in preserving grain quality, reducing spoilage, and boosting profits. It covers the fundamentals of paddy drying, key components of the dryer, and factors affecting drying efficiency. Additionally, it outlines operational best practices and maintenance tips to ensure optimal performance.

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Title : Paddy Type

Dryer: A
Comprehensive
Explore the world of paddy drying, ensuring optimal grain quality and
storage.
Overview
Presenters Name : TRIDWIP DAS
Introduction to Paddy
Type Dryers

Preserves Reduces Boosts


Quality Spoilage Profit
Maintains the paddy's Prevents mold and Enhances market
inherent pest infestations value through
characteristics. during storage. uniform drying.
Fundamentals of Paddy
Drying
1 Moisture Content 2 Airflow Dynamics
Initial and target moisture levels are critical. Uniform air distribution ensures even drying.

3 Temperature Control 4 Drying Time


Optimal temperature prevents cracking. Proper duration avoids over or under-drying.
Key Components of a
Paddy Type Dryer
Blower System
1
Supplies the airflow for moisture removal.

Heating Unit
2
Maintains consistent drying temperature.

Drying Chamber
3
Holds the paddy during drying.

Control Panel
4
Monitors and adjusts operational parameters.
Drying Principles and
Mechanisms
Heat Transfer Mass Transfer Equilibrium Moisture
Conduction, convection, and radiation Moisture movement from grain to air. Balance between paddy and air
principles. humidity.
Factors Affecting Paddy
Drying Efficiency
Ambient Conditions
Temperature and humidity of surrounding air.

Paddy Variety
Different types have varying moisture-release rates.

Dryer Design
Efficiency of air distribution and heating system.

Loading Rate
Optimal quantity ensures uniform drying.
Advantages of Paddy Type
Dryers
Reduced 1 Consistent
Spoilage 2 Quality

4
Lower Labor 3 Increased
Costs Throughput
Operational Considerations
and Best Practices
1 Pre-Cleaning
Remove debris for efficient drying.

2 Calibration
Ensure accurate temperature and airflow.

3 Monitoring
Track moisture content regularly.

4 Cooling
Gradually cool the paddy after drying.
Maintenance and
Troubleshooting
1 Regular
Inspections
2 Clean
Components
3 Timely
Repairs
Thank
You
Ensuring quality through superior drying techniques.

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