What is a Continuous Band Apron Dryer?

A continuous band apron dryer is an industrial drying system where wet product is fed onto a moving belt/apron and passes through a closed drying chamber. The chamber is divided into multiple zones where airflow, temperature, and humidity can be controlled to achieve:

• consistent final moisture
• uniform drying quality
• improved product appearance
• stable bulk density
• continuous production output

Working Principle of Band / Apron Dryer

Our industrial band dryer operates in a simple and efficient sequence:

• Product is uniformly fed onto the belt/apron using a feeder or conveyor
• The belt moves through multiple drying zones
• Hot air passes through/over the product bed for moisture removal
• Humid air is exhausted through the outlet system
• Dried product is discharged continuously for cooling and packing

This design ensures repeatable drying, reduced handling, and stable quality.

Products Suitable for Band Dryer / Apron Dryer

Our belt drying systems can be engineered for a wide range of products including:

• fruits and vegetables (slices, cubes, shreds)
• onion, garlic, ginger, turmeric, chilli, bsfl
• moringa leaves, herbs, seaweed
• cassava, starch, potato, sweet potato
• noodles, vermicelli, pellets and snacks
• coconut chips, coconut gratings, desiccated coconut

• herbal granules and botanical materials
• ayurvedic products and functional ingredients
• plant-based protein ingredients

• specialty chemicals, salts, crystals
• resins and granulated compounds
• pigments, dyestuffs and intermediates

• biomass materials, wood chips, sawdust
• organic residues for bioenergy
• plastic flakes, rubber crumb, recycled granules

Advantages of GENEX Band & Apron Dryers

High Drying Efficiency
Multi-zone hot air circulation enables faster moisture removal with controlled residence time.

Consistent Output Quality
Uniform airflow distribution reduces wet pockets, overheating, and product variation.

Energy-Efficient Operation
Optimised insulation and airflow design reduce operating cost per kg of dried material.

Low Maintenance & High Reliability
Heavy-duty drive system, industrial-grade construction, and long-life components ensure stable performance.

Flexible and Customisable
Dryers can be designed based on: product thickness and loading, target moisture, throughput requirement, heat sensitivity, dust generation characteristics.

Continuous and Automatic Operation
Once settings are configured, the dryer runs continuously with minimal operator dependency.

Key Features of Our Belt Drying Systems

• multi-zone temperature control
• uniform hot air distribution system
• adjustable belt speed for residence time control
• double-wall insulated drying chamber
• heavy-duty belt/apron drive mechanism
• optional PLC / SCADA automation
• hygienic construction options (SS304 / SS316)
• optional dust collection and filtration system

Construction, Hygiene & Safety Options

Depending on your application, GENEX dryers can be supplied with:

• SS304 / SS316 food-grade product contact parts
• heavy-duty mild steel industrial construction
• CIP-friendly design for hygienic industries
• dust extraction systems (cyclone / bag filter / scrubber)
• heating options: steam / hot air generator / thermic fluid / electric
• heat recovery system for energy optimisation
• compact multi-pass dryer configuration (optional)

Typical Technical Specifications (Customisable)

• Capacity: small to large industrial throughput
• Dryer type: band / apron continuous drying
• Zones: single-zone to multi-zone design
• Heating: steam, hot air generator, thermic fluid, electric
• Control: manual / PLC / SCADA
• Construction: MS / SS304 / SS316
• Operation: 24×7 continuous duty

Why Choose Genex Tech Industries LLP?

Genex Tech Industries LLP is a trusted name in industrial drying and process engineering with proven installations across India and overseas markets.

• 40+ years of manufacturing expertise
• custom-built drying systems based on product and performance targets
• export-ready industrial machinery
• strong after-sales service and spare support
• turnkey project capability for complete dehydration plants