Buy Used Industrial / Process Dryers for Sale
Buying used industrial / process dryers through International Process Plants gives pharmaceutical, chemical, food, biotechnology, and specialty manufacturing buyers access to rotary vacuum, twin shell, fluid bed, spray, ribbon & paddle, holoflite, Wyssmont, freeze, porcupine, rotary steam tube, and horizontal belt dryers—ranging from bench-scale 22-liter fluid bed units to 19.8-meter rotary steam tube systems—from Niro, Glatt, GEA, Krauss Maffei, Cogeim, Wyssmont, Anhydro, Blaw Knox, Komline Sanderson, and other OEM manufacturers.
Materials of construction include stainless steel 304, 316, 316L, and austenitic grades, Hastelloy C4, carbon steel, titanium, and glass-lined. Manufacturers include Niro, Glatt, GEA, Krauss Maffei, Cogeim, Pfaudler, Rosenmund AG, Anhydro, Klein Vakuumtechnik, Blaw Knox, Komline Sanderson, Gale Process Solutions, and many others. Condition options include good used, unused surplus, and re-glassed.
Rotary vacuum dryers provide low-temperature drying under vacuum for heat-sensitive materials and solvent recovery. Spray dryers convert liquids into dry powders by atomizing the feed into a hot air stream for rapid evaporation. Fluid bed dryers suspend product in heated air for fast, uniform drying of powders, granules, and crystals. Buying used dryers from IPP can save up to 50% of capital and 90% of lead time versus buying new.
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Rotary Vacuum Dryers
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Twin Shell & Double Cone
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Spray Dryers
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Vacuum & Rotary Dryers for Sale
Blaw Knox SS 316 Rotary Vacuum
Used Blaw Knox stainless steel 316 rotary vacuum dryer. 7.9 m3 (280 ft3) design capacity, 5.4 m3 (190 ft3) working capacity, with jacketed construction and vacuum capability.
Capacity Design:7.9 m3 (280 ft3) design capacity
Material:Stainless Steel 316
Diameter:1,200 mm (48 in)
Length:9,150 mm (360 in)
Heat Transfer Surface Area:35 m2 (377 ft2) heat transfer area
Rated for Vacuum:Vacuum rated
Temperature:148.9°C (300°F)
Klein Vakuumtechnik Hastelloy C4 — 0.5 m3
Used Klein Vakuumtechnik DKM500 twin shell & double cone dryer. 0.5 m3 (17.7 ft3) design capacity in Hastelloy C4 with full vacuum and jacket.
Capacity Design:0.5 m3 (17.7 ft3) design capacity
Material:Hastelloy C4 construction
Full Vacuum:Full vacuum capable
Vessel Temperature:100°C (212°F)
Jacket Pressure:jacket 2 bar (29 psi)
Vacuum System Available:Vacuum system available
Davenport 12x65 SS 304L Steam Tube
Used Davenport 12×65 stainless steel 304L rotary steam tube dryer. 216 tubes with 1,350 m2 (14,300 ft2) tube surface area and 397.2 m2 (4,300 ft2) heat transfer surface area.
Diameter:3,650 mm (144 in)
Length:19,800 mm (780 in)
Material:Stainless Steel 304L
Number of Tubes:216 tubes
Tube Surface Area:1,350 m2 tube area
Tube Pressure:Tube: 12.1 bar (175 psi)
Tube Temperature:204.4°C (400°F)
Tube sheet Material:SS 316L tube sheets
Fluid Bed & Spray Dryers for Sale
Aeromatic-Fielder T5-2110 — 340 L
Used Aeromatic-Fielder AG T5-2110 stainless steel 304 fluid bed dryer. 340 L (89.8 gal) capacity with 3,600 m3/h (2,100 CFM) air flow and batch operation.
Capacity:340 L (89.8 gal) capacity
Material:Stainless Steel 304
Air Flow Rate:3,600 m3/h (2,100 CFM)
Pressure:2 bar (29 psi)
Temperature:80°C (176°F)
Bowl Diameter:1,000 mm (39.4 in) bowl
Bowl Height:2,500 mm (98.4 in) height
Niro SS 304 Spray Dryer — 3,650 mm (143.7 in)
Used Niro (Bowen Design) stainless steel 304 spray dryer. 3,650 mm (144 in) diameter chamber with rotary disc-wheel atomizer, 544 kg/h (1,200 lb/h) evaporation rate, gas-fired, co-current.
Diameter:3,650 mm (144 in) chamber diameter
Evaporation Rate:544 kg/h (1,200 lb/h) evap. rate
Inlet Temperature:Inlet 593°C (1,099°F)
Outlet Temperature:outlet 166.1°C (331°F)
Atomizer Type:Rotary disc-wheel atomizer
Heating Type:Gas-fired
Counter Current or Co Current:co-current air flow
Glatt WSG5 SS 304 — 22 L
Used Glatt WSG5 stainless steel 304 fluid bed dryer. 22 L (5.8 gal) capacity for pilot-scale and laboratory applications with 350 m3/h (206 CFM) air flow.
Capacity:22 L (5.8 gal) capacity
Material:Stainless Steel 304
Air Flow Rate:350 m3/h (206 CFM)
Pressure:3 bar (43.5 psi)
Bowl Diameter:400 mm (15.7 in) bowl diameter
Ribbon, Paddle & Screw Dryers for Sale
Komline Sanderson NPD-8W-400 SS 316L
Used Komline Sanderson NPD-8W-400 stainless steel 316L ribbon & paddle dryer. 3.7 m3 (130 ft3) design capacity, continuous operation with steam-heated paddles and dimple jacket.
Design Capacity:3.7 m3 (130 ft3) design capacity
Material:Stainless Steel 316L
Vessel Pressure:11.4 bar (165 psi)
Vessel Temperature:218.3°C (425°F)
Heating Transfer Surface Area:37.2 m2 (400 ft2) heat transfer area
Operational mode:Continuous
Heating Type:steam-heated paddles
Thies Kg Coesfeld SS 316 Twin-Screw
Used Thies Kg Coesfeld Gmbh stainless steel 316 holoflite & screw dryer. Horizontal twin-screw design, 700 mm (27.6 in) wide × 3,750 mm (148 in) long, jacket rated to 6 bar (87 psi).
Width:700 mm (27.6 in)
Length:3,750 mm (147.6 in)
Material:Stainless Steel 316
Number of Screws:2 screws, horizontal orientation
Jacket Pressure:Jacket: 6 bar (87 psi)
Jacket Temperature:50°C (122°F)
Internal Pressure:Internal: 0.005 bar (vacuum)
Specialty Dryers for Sale
Krauss Maffei VTT 20/08 SS 316L
Used Krauss Maffei VTT 20/08 stainless steel 316L Wyssmont-type tray dryer. 2,000 mm (78.7 in) diameter with 8 trays, rated for 95°C (203°F).
Diameter:2,000 mm (78.7 in)
Tray Diameter:2,000 mm (78.7 in)
Material:Stainless Steel 316L
Number of Trays:8 trays, SS 316L shelves
Temperature:95°C (203°F)
Condition:Used condition
Hull 653FXRS SS 316 Lyophilizer
Used Hull 653FXRS stainless steel 316 freeze dryer. 8.9 m2 (96 ft2) shelf area, 8 shelves, temperature range -55°C to 75°C, with stoppering capability and 2,400 L (636 gal) volume.
Shelf Area – Drying Surface:8.9 m2 (96 ft2) shelf area
Material:Stainless Steel 316
Number of Shelves:8 shelves
Shelf Temperature Range:-55°C to 75°C range
Stoppering:Stoppering: Yes
GPS 1P4210JTB SS 304 Porcupine
Used Gale Process Solutions 1P4210JTB stainless steel 304 porcupine dryer. 2.6 m3 (90.8 ft3) working volume, 44 m2 (474 ft2) total heat transfer area, batch operation with jacketed trough.
Total Working Volume:2.6 m3 (90.8 ft3) working volume
Material:Stainless Steel 304
Total Heat Transfer Surface Area:44 m2 (474 ft2) heat transfer area
Diameter:1,050 mm (41.3 in)
Length:3,050 mm (120.1 in)
Operational Mode:Batch
Shell Configuration:jacketed trough
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Buy Used Niro Dryers for Sale
Niro F10-1-D-P-S-N SS 316 Spray
Used Niro F10-1-D-P-S-N stainless steel 316 spray dryer with rotary atomizer for pharmaceutical and food applications.
Material:Stainless Steel 316
Model:Model F10-1-D-P-S-N
Type:Spray dryer with rotary atomizer
Niro SS 304 Spray Dryer — 3,650 mm (143.7 in)
Used Niro (Bowen Design) stainless steel 304 spray dryer. 3,650 mm (144 in) diameter chamber with rotary disc-wheel atomizer.
Material:Stainless Steel 304
Diameter:3,650 mm (144 in) chamber diameter
Evaporation Rate:544 kg/h (1,200 lb/h) evap. rate
Niro SD-25 N-R SS 304 Spray
Used Niro SD-25 N-R stainless steel 304 spray dryer for industrial powder production.
Material:Stainless Steel 304
Model:Model SD-25 N-R
Type:Spray dryer
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Glatt TFO 300-400 SS 304
Used Glatt TFO 300-400 stainless steel 304 fluid bed dryer for pharmaceutical and chemical granulation.
Material:Stainless Steel 304
Model:Model TFO 300-400
Type:Fluid bed dryer
Glatt GPCG 300/500 SS 316
Used Glatt GPCG 300/500 stainless steel 316 fluid bed dryer/granulator for large-scale pharmaceutical production.
Material:Stainless Steel 316
Model:Model GPCG 300/500
Type:Fluid bed dryer / granulator
Glatt WSG15 SS 316
Used Glatt WSG15 stainless steel 316 fluid bed dryer for mid-scale batch drying and granulation.
Material:Stainless Steel 316
Model:Model WSG15
Type:Fluid bed dryer
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Cogeim Steridry EP 8000 SS 316L
Unused Cogeim Steridry EP 8000 stainless steel 316L rotary vacuum dryer for pharmaceutical applications.
Material:Stainless Steel 316L
Condition:Unused condition
Model:Steridry EP 8000
Krauss Maffei GTT 27/11 SS 316L
Used Krauss Maffei GTT 27/11 stainless steel 316L plate Wyssmont-type tray dryer for continuous drying.
Material:Stainless Steel 316L
Model:Model GTT 27/11
Type:Wyssmont plate dryer
Wyssmont SS 316 Tray Dryer
Used Wyssmont stainless steel 316 multi-tray turbo dryer for continuous bulk solids drying.
Material:Stainless Steel 316
Manufacturer:Wyssmont OEM
Type:Wyssmont tray dryer
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Used Blaw Knox SS 316 Rotary Vacuum
Used Blaw Knox stainless steel 316 rotary vacuum dryer. 7.9 m3 (280 ft3) design capacity with jacketed construction and vacuum capability.
Condition:Used condition
Material:Stainless Steel 316
Capacity Design:7.9 m3 (280 ft3) design capacity
Used Aeromatic-Fielder T5-2110 SS 304
Used Aeromatic-Fielder AG T5-2110 stainless steel 304 fluid bed dryer. 340 L (89.8 gal) capacity with batch operation.
Condition:Used condition
Material:Stainless Steel 304
Capacity:340 L (89.8 gal) capacity
Used Krauss Maffei VTT 20/08 SS 316L
Used Krauss Maffei VTT 20/08 stainless steel 316L Wyssmont-type tray dryer. 2,000 mm (78.7 in) diameter with 8 trays.
Condition:Used condition
Material:Stainless Steel 316L
Diameter:2,000 mm (78.7 in) diameter
Buy Unused Surplus Industrial / Process Dryers for Sale
Unused GEA Pharmadule MP2/3 SS 316
Unused GEA Pharmadule MP2/3-K2-F1/2 stainless steel 316 fluid bed dryer for pharmaceutical applications.
Condition:Unused condition
Material:Stainless Steel 316
Model:GEA Pharmadule MP2/3-K2-F1/2
Unused Cogeim Steridry EP 8000 SS 316L
Unused Cogeim Steridry EP 8000 stainless steel polished 316L rotary vacuum dryer for pharmaceutical GMP applications.
Condition:Unused condition
Material:SS 316L polished
Model:Steridry EP 8000
Unused Sangerhausen 6-62 SS 316
Unused Sangerhausen 6-62 stainless steel 316 rotary vacuum dryer, never installed.
Condition:Unused condition
Material:Stainless Steel 316
Model:Model 6-62
Comparing Used Dryer Types
| Dryer Type | Drying Method | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Rotary Vacuum | Indirect, batch, vacuum | Heat-sensitive materials, solvent recovery |
| Twin Shell & Double Cone | Tumble, vacuum, jacketed | Gentle drying of powders and granules |
| Fluid Bed | Direct, fluidized air | Granules, crystals, pharma granulations |
| Spray | Atomization, hot air | Liquids, slurries, emulsions to powder |
| Ribbon & Paddle | Indirect, agitated, jacketed | Pastes, sludges, batch & continuous |
| Holoflite & Screw | Indirect, screw-conveyed | Continuous drying, sludges, bulk solids |
| Wyssmont | Multi-tray, turbo | Continuous tray drying of bulk solids |
| Freeze | Sublimation under vacuum | Biologics, pharma, heat-sensitive materials |
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Advantages of Buying Used Industrial / Process Dryers from IPP
Significant Cost Savings
Buying used dryers from IPP can save up to 50% of capital and 90% of lead time versus buying new. With dryers across 11 subtypes, IPP offers a broad selection to match your budget and process requirements.
Immediate Availability
In-stock dryers from IPP are ready to ship. New OEM dryers require extended lead times for engineering, procurement, and fabrication. IPP's GPS subsidiary also provides custom fabricated new equipment with 12–16 week average delivery.
11 Dryer Types in One Inventory
IPP stocks rotary vacuum, twin shell, fluid bed, spray, ribbon & paddle, holoflite, Wyssmont, freeze, porcupine, rotary steam tube, and horizontal belt dryers. One supplier for all your drying equipment needs.
Multiple Materials of Construction
Materials include stainless steel (SS 304, 316, 316L, austenitic), Hastelloy C4, carbon steel, titanium, and glass-lined construction. Match the material to your process chemistry and corrosion requirements.
Global Presence in 15 Countries
IPP operates offices in 15 countries: Brazil, Canada, China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, India, Italy, Mexico, Pakistan, Portugal, Romania, Turkey, United Kingdom, and United States. IPP has served 160,000+ customers worldwide.
Proven Process Reliability
IPP stocks dryers from Niro, Glatt, GEA, Krauss Maffei, Rosenmund, Anhydro, Klein Vakuumtechnik, Blaw Knox, Komline Sanderson, and many additional manufacturers. Every unit is an original OEM product with traceable provenance.
How Buying a Used Industrial / Process Dryer Works
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Submit Requirements
Share your dryer specifications: type, capacity, material, temperature, pressure, and application. Or browse our searchable dryer inventory.
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Receive Data Package
IPP sends a detailed equipment data sheet with capacity, dimensions, heat transfer area, pressure ratings, material of construction, and condition report with photographs
3
Inspect the Equipment
Contact IPP to arrange an on-site visit or request a live video walkthrough of the dryer with an IPP team member at one of our global locations.
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Refurbishment Options
Contact IPP to discuss refurbishment, re-glassing, or other reconditioning services. IPP's UGE division stocks 700+ vessels and 2,700+ parts.
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Packaging & Delivery
IPP coordinates packaging, crating, freight, and delivery to your plant site. Worldwide shipping from offices in 15 countries.
Browse All Dryer Types
Rotary Vacuum Dryers
Indirect batch dryers for heat-sensitive materials and solvent recovery.
Twin Shell & Double Cone Dryers
Tumble dryers for gentle vacuum drying of powders and granules.
Fluid Bed Dryers
Fluidized bed systems for uniform drying of granular and particulate materials.
Spray Dryers
Atomizing dryers for converting liquids, slurries, and emulsions into fine powders.
Ribbon & Paddle Dryers
Agitated dryers with ribbon or paddle agitators for batch or continuous drying.
Holoflite & Screw Dryers
Continuous screw-conveyor dryers with hollow flights for indirect heat drying.
Wyssmont Dryers
Multi-tray turbo dryers for continuous drying of bulk solids.
Freeze Dryers (Lyophilizers)
Lyophilizers for preserving heat-sensitive biologics, pharmaceuticals, and food products.
Porcupine Dryers
Indirect heat dryers with rotating hollow flights for pastes, sludges, and powders.
Industries That Buy Used Industrial / Process Dryers
Pharmaceutical
Chemical Processing
Food & Dairy
Biotechnology
Dairy Processing
Agrochemicals
Ceramics & Materials
Paints & Coatings
Minerals & Mining
Cosmetics
Cosmetics (selected bulk or base formulation blending applications)
Pharmaceutical (non-sterile, non-GMP, or bulk solid and intermediate processing applications)
Biotechnology (limited, non-cell-culture and non-sterile auxiliary material processing applications)
Frequently Asked Questions About Buying Used Industrial / Process Dryers
IPP stocks dryers across 11 subtypes: rotary vacuum, twin shell & double cone, fluid bed, spray, ribbon & paddle, holoflite & screw, Wyssmont, freeze, porcupine, rotary steam tube, and horizontal belt dryers. Browse the IMS inventory for current availability, or contact IPP to discuss your specific drying requirements.
Rotary vacuum dryers are indirect batch dryers that remove moisture under vacuum conditions, making them ideal for temperature-sensitive products, solvent recovery, and materials requiring precise drying control. Spray dryers convert liquids into dry powders by atomizing the feed into a hot air stream for rapid evaporation, making them faster and more suitable for liquids than rotary or tray dryers. Vacuum dryers operate at lower temperatures under reduced pressure, while spray dryers use high inlet temperatures with very short contact times.
IPP stocks dryers in stainless steel (SS 304, 316, 316L, 304L, austenitic grades), Hastelloy (C4), carbon steel, titanium, and glass-lined construction. Stainless steel is preferred for pharmaceutical, food, and sanitary applications. Hastelloy and specialty alloys serve corrosive or reactive environments. Carbon steel is used for general-purpose chemical processing.
Buying used dryers from IPP can save up to 50% of capital and 90% of lead time versus buying new. The exact savings depend on dryer type, manufacturer, material of construction, capacity, and condition. IPP offers faster lead times and reliable support from a team with more than 47 years of process industry experience. Contact IPP for pricing on specific units from our current dryer inventory.
IPP stocks dryers in multiple conditions: good used, unused surplus, and re-glassed. Unused dryers were manufactured but never installed in a process, offering new-equipment performance with immediate availability. Contact IPP for condition details on specific dryers of interest.
In-stock dryers are ready to ship. Dryers requiring refurbishment or other work ship on a timeline that depends on scope. IPP's GPS subsidiary provides new custom fabricated equipment with 12–16 week average delivery. Contact IPP for specific lead times on units of interest. IPP ships from offices in 15 countries worldwide.
Contact IPP to arrange a visit or discuss inspection options for specific equipment. IPP operates offices in 15 countries: Brazil, Canada, China, Czech Republic, France, Germany, India, Italy, Mexico, Pakistan, Portugal, Romania, Turkey, United Kingdom, and United States.
IPP coordinates packaging, crating, freight, and delivery to your plant site. With offices in 15 countries and 160,000+ customers served worldwide, IPP has extensive experience in global equipment logistics. Contact IPP to discuss shipping and logistics for specific equipment.
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