THOMPSON DRYERS IS HEADING TO T.E.A.M. M3 CONFERENCE AND EXPO
We’re excited to announce that Thompson Dryers will be attending the T.E.A.M. M3 Conference and Expo August 1st - 3rd at the Embassy Suites Downtown in Des Moines, Iowa. If you’ll be there, too, please come by our booth; we’
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Aligning and Resurfacing: Why Do It?
The first line of defense against poor dryer performance, reduced lifespan and excessive wear is aligning and resurfacing. Aligning and resurfacing services facilitate round surface
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How to Solve 3 Common Rotary Dryer Problems
You have a full To Do list for the day and show up at the plant ready to rock it. You don’t make it 10 feet inside the gate before being told there was another fire in your rotary dryer last night
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Thompson Dryers is Heading to F.E.W.
[FEW][Thompson Dryers]We’re excited to announce that Thompson Dryers will be attending the Fuel Ethanol Workshop and Expo (F.E.W.) on June 19thREAD MORE
Preventing Fires and Explosions Part 1
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Introduction
Uncontrolled and unplanned fires and explosions at your plant are undesirable. The first and foremost reason to take measures to reduce and hopefully eliminate fires and e
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Preventing Fires and Explosions Part 2
[combustion]Introduction
Last month we discussed why uncontrolled, unplanned fires and explosions are undesirable as well as some of the conditions that can lead to fires and explosions in direct-fire
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Just Say NO to Dryer LINT
[emmissions]Have you ever wondered where the lint comes from in your dryer at home? You put damp, clean clothes into the dryer and pull out clean, dry clothes … and lint. You never put lint into the washer or dryer. However, you are des
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Industrial Dryer System Maintenance Tips
Most of the problems encountered around the drum can be remedied or lessened by making your drum rigid, round and aligned. Among other benefits, a rigid drum will eliminate flexing and the problems caused by cyclic loading. A ro
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DDGS Dryer Myths
The Dryer Expert has compiled some rampant myths about DDGS dryers. You probably haven’t felt the need to validate any of these myths before. Well, we’ve done the work for you. READ MORE
Calculating Moisture Content
Step by Step Instructions
Wet Basis v. Dry Basis
When talking about dryers and drying, one of the most important concepts to grasp is the idea of moisture content. Most organic substances will
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