Fuente:
WIPO "tomato"
Apparatus (100) for the continuous treatment of slurry and wet solid materials comprises a supply blower (14) delivering heated air through a heater (4) into a milling and dispersion chamber (19) containing high-speed mills (17,18) for material processing. The dispersed material is then transferred to a drying chamber (1) where heat and mass transfer occur, facilitated by adjustable airflow via a flap valve (20). Coarse and fine particles are separated using first and second cyclone separators (2, 3), with collected particles stored in collectors (8, 15). An exhaust suction blower (6) maintains system airflow, while a control panel (7) equipped with temperature sensors (21), airflow controls, and motor speed controls ensures optimal operation. The apparatus (100) also features variable-speed blowers (6, 14), variable-speed motors for the mills (17,18), a screw feeder (16) for material introduction, and a hot air recirculation system to reduce energy consumption and achieve efficient treatment.