A drying system that uses compressed plant air and optional membrane filters to remove moisture from materials.

Compact desiccant wheel dryer designed for resin drying applications. Cart mounted with built in conveying capabilty for loading drying hopper and proces machine.

A standalone desiccant wheel dryer designed for flexible hopper configurations and throughput requirements.

A dryer utilizing desiccant wheel technology to provide reliable low-dew-point drying performance. Dryer is mounted directly on the drying hopper.

A method of cooling process air by transferring heat to incoming air to improve efficiency.

The movement of air through resin that carries moisture away during drying.

The amount of time resin is exposed to open air, allowing moisture absorption.

A high-precision scale used for accurate moisture testing.

Thin strand-like strings of plastic created during conveying or processing that can accumulate in material handling systems and disrupt material flow.

A conveying accessory designed to capture angel hair and fines before they enter the conveying system.

A drying operation based on fixed material quantities rather than continuous flow.

Surface defects caused by moisture expanding into steam during processing.

The structural integrity of a bottle, often affected by moisture content.

A loss of material toughness that makes parts more likely to crack or break.

A centralized system that supplies dry air to multiple drying stations in a common area

Damage to resin caused by chemical reactions, often involving moisture.

A drying system that recycles low-dew-point air through the hopper to dry hygroscopic resin.

The conversion of water vapor into liquid moisture due to temperature changes.

Equipment used to transport material from storage to processing machines or other storage vessels.

Visible imperfections that affect appearance but not necessarily strength.

Applications requiring precise moisture control to maintain product quality and performance.

A moisture-absorbing material used to remove moisture from air.

A dryer that uses beads of desiccant material to remove moisture.

A dryer that uses desiccant media to remove internal moisture from hygroscopic materials.

A dryer using a rotating desiccant-coated wheel to continuously dry process air with consistent dew point.

The temperature at which moisture condenses from the air.

Material damage to extrusion dies caused by moisture-related byproducts.

An insulated vessel where heated air flows through plastic resin to remove moisture prior to processing. ACS drying hoppers include AH, SD, MH, and WH Series models.

Controlled variables such as temperature, airflow, and time used in drying.

The set temperature used to dry a specific resin.

The duration resin is exposed to drying conditions.

Thermal energy used to drive moisture out of resin.

A structured desiccant wheel that maximizes moisture absorption surface area.

A dryer for non-hygroscopic materials that uses heated ambient air to remove surface moisture.

A chemical reaction where moisture breaks polymer chains, reducing strength.

Materials that absorb moisture into their molecular structure.

A manufacturing process where molten plastic is injected into molds.

Moisture absorbed within the resin's molecular structure rather than remaining on the surface.

A precise chemical method for measuring moisture content.

Stable material output during extrusion.

A method that measures moisture by recording weight loss after heating.

An ACS dryer control feature that helps prevent resin damage caused by improper drying conditions.

Stored material profiles containing recommended drying parameters.

Physical characteristics such as strength and toughness.

Tiny vapor bubbles formed when moisture turns to steam.

The total amount of water present in resin.

Devices that continuously track moisture levels.

The ability of coatings to bond properly to plastic parts.

A repeating molecular structure forming plastic materials.

A handheld device used to measure air dryness.

Conditioned air supplied by the dryer to remove moisture from plastic resin.

More consistent material flow and melt quality resulting from proper drying.

An extrusion process used to create continuous plastic profiles with a fixed cross-section.

Reduced load-bearing capability of a part due to internal defects or material degradation.

The process of removing absorbed moisture from desiccant to restore its drying ability.

The percentage of water vapor in the air compared to the maximum amount the air can hold at a given temperature.

The amount of time resin remains in a drying hopper to achieve the required moisture level.

Breakdown of polymer chains due to heat or moisture.

The temperature of air returning from the drying hopper to the dryer, often monitored to optimize drying performance.

An ACS dryer feature designed to help ensure proper and safe material loading.

A scheduling feature used to automatically control dryer operation times.

A process used to produce flat plastic sheets.

Visible streaks on molded parts caused by moisture vaporizing during molding.

Surface depressions caused by uneven cooling or material shrinkage.

An ACS automatic drying mode that continuously adjusts operating conditions to optimize drying performance and energy usage.

Surface defects appearing as streaks or lines, typically caused by moisture or gas release during molding.

Moisture present on the outside surface of resin pellets.

Pulsating or inconsistent material flow during extrusion.

Material damage caused by excessive heat.

Polymer materials that soften when heated and harden when cooled, allowing them to be repeatedly reshaped and recycled without changing their chemical structure.

A polymer material that permantly hardens during curing and cannot be melted, reshaped, or remolded once set.

Stable and uniform material output achieved through proper drying and process control.

Icon-based interface used to monitor and control dryer operation using a touch sensitive screen.

An ACS feature that adjusts dryer airflow according to process requirements, reducing energy consumption while maintaining drying performance.

Internal air or gas pockets within molded or extruded parts that weaken structural integrity.

Moisture in gaseous form present in air.

Surface irregularities on extruded products that appear as repeating waves or ripples due to unstable processing conditions.