Energy-efficient product dryers for industrial applications

Dry Your Packaging Line Without Compressed Air

OPTI-PACK expands its product range with three advanced drying systems from Florin: the Mini Compact Dryer, Ultra Compact Dryer, and Sonic Air Systems. Each system is designed as a high-performance alternative to compressed air drying, reducing energy consumption by up to 90% compared to conventional compressed air applications.

Together, these systems provide a complete solution for virtually every drying application on a packaging line—from precisely drying coding areas to removing moisture from entire packages.

Compressed air is expensive, noisy, and often inefficient. Many packaging lines still rely on compressed air to remove residual moisture, condensation, or dust, resulting in unnecessarily high energy costs. Florin drying systems offer a more efficient and cost-effective solution, with each system tailored to a specific application.

The Product Range

Three Systems, Each Designed for a Specific Task

Choose the right solution based on what needs to be dried: a specific component, a complete package, or a high-capacity production line.

Precision · Small Drying Applications - Mini Compact Dryer

The smallest system in the range, designed for installations where space is limited. Ideal for targeted drying applications with continuously variable speed control and low power consumption.

Typical applications

• Drying coding areas
• Removing residual moisture
• Drying caps and closures
• Lid drive applications
• Rejecting empty bottles

Available versions

• Version B (mounting hardware)
• Version BNE (integrated power switch)
• Version BSL (controls in a stainless steel control cabinet)

Technical Specifications

Power · Component Drying - Ultra Compact Dryer

When additional drying capacity is required, the Ultra Compact Dryer delivers higher performance while maintaining low noise levels. It is ideal for drying specific product areas and removing water before camera-based inspection systems.

Typical applications

• Can bottoms
• Coding areas
• Bottle necks
• Caps and closures
• Preparation for vision inspection

Available versions

• Standard model
• Ultra Compact Dryer 2.0 (splash-proof)
• Wall-mounted model

Technical Specifications

High Volume · Complete Package Drying

Sonic Air Systems

Designed for drying complete packages, including bottles, cans, glass jars, meal trays, and similar containers. These high-performance blower systems generate extremely high air velocities, enabling significantly shorter drying sections than comparable systems.

Typical applications

• Bottles and cans
• Glass jars
• Tank drying
• Thread drying
• Steel strap cleaning

Custom options

• Aluminium or stainless steel air knives
• Soft starter or variable frequency drive (VFD)
• Optional stainless steel enclosure for noise reduction and splash protection

Technical Specifications

Applications

After the steam tunnel, residual condensation often remains on the packaging surface. This moisture can interfere with coding, labelling, and vision inspection.

For manufacturers using shrink sleeve applications, the benefits of Florin drying technology are immediately apparent. The systems efficiently and reliably remove residual moisture directly after the steam tunnel and before coding, labelling, or final packaging.

A practical on-site test is available, allowing you to verify the expected performance and energy savings on your own packaging line before making an investment.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much energy can Florin drying technology save compared to compressed air?

Florin drying systems can reduce energy consumption by up to 90% compared to comparable compressed air applications. Instead of continuously consuming compressed air, the systems use precisely directed electrically driven airflow, significantly lowering operating costs while delivering a fast return on investment.

What is the difference between the Mini Compact Dryer and the Ultra Compact Dryer?

The Mini Compact Dryer is the most compact solution (maximum 180 W, 230 V), designed for targeted drying tasks such as coding areas and caps.

The Ultra Compact Dryer provides substantially more drying capacity (maximum 1,300 W, 400 V) and is intended for more demanding applications, including drying can bottoms, bottle necks, and other critical components.

When should I choose Sonic Air Systems instead of the Compact Dryers?

Sonic Air Systems are designed for drying complete packages rather than individual components. With motor outputs of up to 37 kW and air velocities exceeding 9,000 m/min, they are the preferred solution for high-volume applications such as tank drying, thread drying, and complete package drying.

Can I test the Florin drying systems on my own production line?

Yes. All three systems are available for on-site testing, allowing you to evaluate the drying performance and potential energy savings under your own production conditions before purchasing.

Are Florin drying systems suitable for shrink sleeve applications?

Yes. Residual condensation after the steam tunnel can negatively affect coding, labelling, and vision inspection. Florin drying systems efficiently remove this moisture immediately after the tunnel, ensuring reliable downstream processing.

Curious what Florin can do for Your packaging line?

Contact OPTI-PACK to discuss the most suitable drying solution for your application. We are happy to advise you and can arrange a practical test on your production line.

Email: info@optipack.nl

Phone: +31 (0)70 321 00 31