A vacuum dryer that also supports automation and thoroughly dries the moisture adhering to the parts.

Left: Vacuum dryer "EVADRY EVD-22A", Right: Combination with robot washer Source: Sugino Machine

On January 11, 2022, Sugino Machine began selling the new model "EVADRY EVD-22A", a vacuum dryer that uses a vacuum to dry the moisture adhering to parts. Completely dry various metal parts and resin parts such as automobiles to prevent rust and stains. Thoroughly evaporate to the deep part and dry [Click to enlarge] Source: Sugino Machine EVADRY EVD-22A is a small dryer that uses the principle that water boils at a temperature lower than 100 ° C when the atmospheric pressure is lowered. By creating a vacuum inside the machine, the moisture remaining in the deep parts and tap holes can be thoroughly evaporated and dried. Furthermore, the drying efficiency is improved by raising the temperature inside the machine by utilizing the waste heat of the vacuum pump. In addition to a simple mechanism that simply sets and operates the work, it is also possible to automatically transport the work using a robot or gantry loader by installing an auto shutter. In addition, it consumes less power than air blow, which is a general drying method, meets the needs for automation, labor saving, and energy saving, and contributes to cost reduction. The output of the vacuum pump is 2.2kW, and the ultimate vacuum pressure is 1.3kPa or less. The main body is as small as 600 x 1450 x 1150 mm, making it easy to secure an installation location, and the casters make it easy to relocate. The size of the vacuum chamber is 400 x 370 x 280 mm, and the door can be opened and closed automatically. The operating time can be set up to 15 programs.

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