LINKING SERIOUS BUYERS TO THE BEST SUPPLIERS
Serving the UK & Irish plastics industry
With PlastikCity, discover the leading hot air dryer suppliers operating in the UK and Irish plastics industry. All companies listed have successfully passed our vetting process, guaranteeing financial stability and a high-quality product or service. Streamline your procurement with our free comparative quote feature, allowing you to select or deselect companies to suit your needs.
Worcestershire
Approved partner
Labotek GB is part of the Danish ancillary equipment supplier Labotek International, who have been providing world-class material conveying and drying systems for 75 years. Including the original modular conveying solution from Dynacon - a versatile conveying system to increase productivity.
Worcestershire
Approved partner
The Piovan Group is the worldwide leader in the field of auxiliary technologies for the diverse polymer industry. Piovan has more than 50,000 customers worldwide. Our equipment is backed by an extensive UK network of field-based service engineers including 24 hours 7 days per week support.
Northants
Approved partner
We have been providing materials handling solutions to the Plastics Processing, Pharmaceutical, Food, Chemical & other industries for over 50 Years. Our knowledge of your industry, design expertise & manufacturing capabilities make Jenco the natural choice to satisfy your materials handling needs.
Bedfordshire
Approved partner
PL Machinery is a leading supplier of plastics ancillary equipment, serving diverse customers in a range of industries including automotive, closure, cosmetic, electrical, food, appliances, medical / pharmaceutical, packaging and recycling to name some.
Staffordshire
Approved partner
Award-winning market leaders in plastics ancillary equipment since 1989. We specialise in plastics ancillary equipment for material storage, conveying, blending, colouring, drying, magnetic tool clamping, parts conveying, intelligent process cooling, and much more...
Hot air dryers are material conditioning systems that use heated ambient air to remove surface moisture and prepare plastic materials for processing. These systems circulate heated air through material hoppers to eliminate moisture that could cause processing problems or product defects. Unlike dehumidifying dryers, hot air dryers do not condition the air itself, making them suitable for non-hygroscopic materials that only require surface moisture removal.
These systems typically consist of heating elements, circulation fans, temperature controls, and insulated hoppers that maintain consistent drying conditions. Hot air dryers are particularly effective for materials like polyethylene, polypropylene, and polystyrene that do not absorb atmospheric moisture but may have surface moisture from storage or handling conditions.
Hot air dryers offer several key advantages for conditioning non-hygroscopic materials in plastics manufacturing, including:
Hot air dryers serve material conditioning needs for non-hygroscopic plastics across various manufacturing operations, including:
PlastikCity connects you with vetted hot air dryer suppliers across the UK and Ireland. All suppliers in our network undergo rigorous assessment where we verify financial stability, service quality, and reputation to ensure you connect with reliable, professional partners.
Submit one enquiry and receive quotes from multiple hot air dryer specialists. This saves significant time compared to contacting suppliers individually whilst ensuring competitive pricing. The service is completely free for buyers with no hidden costs or commissions.
Non-hygroscopic materials like polyethylene, polypropylene, polystyrene, and PVC are suitable for hot air drying. Hygroscopic materials like nylon, polycarbonate, and PET require dehumidifying dryers to achieve the low moisture levels needed for quality processing.
Drying temperatures typically range from 60-90°C depending on material type and thermal stability. Lower temperatures protect heat-sensitive materials whilst higher temperatures may be used for materials requiring faster moisture removal.
Drying times range from 1-4 hours depending on material type, initial moisture content, part thickness, and drying temperature. Surface moisture removal is generally faster than the deep drying required for hygroscopic materials.
Yes, hot air dryers can effectively dry recycled materials and those with surface contaminants, though heavily contaminated materials may require washing before drying. Some systems include filtration to handle dust or particulates.
Temperature monitoring, uniform air distribution, and appropriate residence times prevent overheating. Many systems include safety controls and alarms to protect materials from excessive temperatures that could cause degradation.
Maintenance includes regular cleaning of heating elements, inspection of circulation fans, filter replacement where fitted, and calibration of temperature controls. Simple design makes maintenance straightforward and cost-effective.
PlastikCity is the UK and Ireland's leading procurement platform for the plastics industry. We connect buyers with vetted suppliers across over 400 categories, making it easier to find the right partner for your project.
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Yes, every supplier undergoes thorough assessment before joining our platform. We verify financial stability, service quality, and reputation, and monitor ongoing performance and feedback.
Complete our online enquiry form with your project requirements, select suppliers to contact, and your enquiry is sent directly. Suppliers respond with quotes and technical discussions.
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