Drying Systems for Powder & Bulk Solids
Hosokawa Micron designs and manufactures advanced drying systems for the thermal processing of powders, pastes and slurries – from lab-scale units to fully integrated production plants. With over 100 years of expertise in powder and bulk solids handling, we combine proven know-how with state-of-the-art technology to deliver energy-efficient solutions tailored to complex process requirements.
From vacuum drying to freeze drying or flash drying, our scalable systems are engineered for high performance and long-term reliability. Each setup is precisely configured to match your product properties, throughput targets and quality standards – ensuring repeatable results and full regulatory compliance.
Proven Solutions for Diverse Industries
Our drying technologies are used in a wide range of industrial applications, from chemicals, metals and minerals to food, feed, pharmaceuticals and advanced materials. We understand the specific requirements of each sector and develop solutions that meet both technical and operational demands.
By delivering fully integrated systems with smart thermal control, hygienic design and automated recovery options, we help our customers optimise yield, reduce energy use and minimise downtime – even in the most demanding environments.
Key System Components
Feeding
A stable and uniform product feed is essential for maintaining consistent drying performance. Hosokawa Micron offers reliable feeding technologies – including screw feeders and rotary valves – designed to handle a wide variety of powders and bulk solids. Accurate dosing improves process control, prevents overloading and ensures maximum efficiency in drying operations.
Heating / Cooling
Precise thermal control is critical to drying performance, especially when processing heat-sensitive materials. Our skid-mounted heating and cooling units are engineered for integration with steam, gas or electric sources. These compact modules offer efficient temperature management of the drying chamber and ancillaries, contributing to uniform heat distribution, energy savings and stable end-product quality.
Condenser / Vacuum Skid
To eliminate large vacuum pump systems or to reduce solvent emissions, Hosokawa Micron provides custom vacuum skid solutions with integrated condensers. Depending on your solvent type and process design, condensers can be positioned before or after the vacuum pump. With options like plate or hairpin heat exchangers, we help you meet performance, cleaning and environmental requirements effectively.
End Product Recovery
The optimal solution for collecting the fine powder after drying depends on numerous product characteristics such as fineness, density, temperature and explosivity/flammability as well as process parameters such as the material/gas concentration. At Hosokawa Micron, we help you to select the right option – such as a filter or a cyclone – for your specific application. All our process systems are designed with safety and compliance in mind, meeting the latest ATEX directives for dust explosion prevention.
Smart Controls & Process Automation
Hosokawa Micron’s drying systems include optimally integrated hardware and software controls for maximum process reliability. Our intuitive HMI-PLC interfaces provide complete visibility and control, enabling precise monitoring of every stage in the drying process. With built-in functionalities such as batch tracking, operator identification, remote access, automated alerts and customised reporting, our control systems help ensure consistent product quality, reduce downtime, and deliver valuable insights for continuous process optimisation.
Why Hosokawa Micron?
With over 100 years of experience in powder processing and hundreds of installations worldwide, we are a trusted partner to manufacturers seeking high-performance drying technology. Our deep industry knowledge, engineering flexibility and full-service support make us uniquely positioned to solve even the most complex drying challenges.
Test Before You Invest
Our state-of-the-art Test & Process Development Centre in the Netherlands features a wide range of drying technologies available for testing, scale-up trials and process optimisation. Here, you can validate system performance using your own materials, with full support from our in-house experts.
We also offer pilot processing, lab analysis and toll processing for customer-specific projects. Whether you’re refining a recipe or scaling up to production, our facilities help you de-risk your investment and accelerate time to market.
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Sustainable process technologies
Hosokawa Micron B.V. is committed to sustainable and responsible process technology. Our ISO 14001 certification covers key environmental aspects such as air, soil, energy, waste, water, noise and hazardous substances. With an EcoVadis Silver Medal, we rank among the top 3% of EcoVadis-rated companies in the special machinery industry.
