Solaronics is the worldwide
leader in gas infrared hoods for the paper industry. The hoods are a
combination of gas emitter modules (GEM) and air recirculation for mass
transfer.
Solaronics recently set out
to design a new generation gas infrared drying system specifically for
paper coating drying applications. Several significant design elements
were developed after closely listening to both papermakers and the IR
user community. The result is an advanced IR dryer which measurably
improves coated surface print quality, delivers unprecedented reliability
and offers the highest level of system safety.
 Process
New value-added grades, heavier
coat weights and faster machine speeds impose greater performance requirements
on the recilculation air system associated with gas infrared drying
equipment. GEM_Dryer recirculation air system transfer large quantities
of evaporated moisture and smoothly transitions the paper web through
the dryer. The proper balance of radiant energy input and mass transfer
maintains the coating at the low temperature necessary for producing
superior-quality coated.
Reliability
Recognizing that repeatable
hood lighting is the basis for dependable IR system operation, Solaronics
provides two complete ignition systems instead of one. Each independent
ignition system provides complete back-up for the other, eliminating
costly unscheduled maintenance outages. All associated ignition components,
including wiring, are located inside the hood's clean, cool and dry
combustion air manifold, further improving dependability.
 Safety
From gas supply to hood lighting,
GEM Dryer delivers uncompromised system safety. The Solaronics fire
prevention system continues to receive high marks for consistent fire
prevention on even the most difficult coater applications. "Quick
cooling" IR systems, once promoted as adequate protection against
fires, have demonstrated an inability to deliver dependable results.
The proactive Solaronics system discharges steam after every break,
providing a fast, effective, and repeatable results.
FPS is a patented device
that prevents fire from occuring by displacing the air between the sheet
and the emitters by a safe steam cloud.
For more
information about Solaronics IRT
Solaronics IRT,Inc.
2161 Newmarket Parkway
Suite 220
ATLANTA, GEORGIA 30067
USA
Telephone (770) 951-5667
Go to the Solaronics web site
at www.solaronics-irt.com
Source:
www.www.solaronics-irt.com 11/01
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