Seed Conditioning

The conditioning stage represents a vital step for downstream processes. For example, oilseeds are heated and dried to prescribed temperatures and moisture levels prior to the oil extraction process. Yet this conditioning stage is also energy-intensive, with steam consumption being the largest utility cost.

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Solex's vertical plate conditioning technology provides a more efficient solution to indirect heating and drying of:

Soybean
Rapeseed
Canola
Sunflower
Other types of oilseeds

Our patented plate technology allows for efficient heat transfer in a welded plate-channel design whereby the product flows by gravity between banks of stainless steel plates. The moisture, evaporated during the heating process, is carried out by air with vertical flow. With this proven plate design, heat transfer area is increased by twice as much within the same volume as the traditional tube design, thereby allowing for increased capacity.

Vertical Plate Conditioners in Oilseeds Processing from Solex Thermal Science on Vimeo.

Waste Heat Utilization

The highly dense area within our vertical plate conditioning technology — combined with the unique design of each plate that makes it suitable for low velocity of water within recovery loops — allows for the maximum recovery of available low-grade energy.

Thanks to its modular design, our conditioning solution allows for a wider range of heating mediums, including steam, condensate or hot water — allowing to combine heat recovery with efficient conditioning.

Watch how our technology works to capture and re-use waste energy:

Additional Benefits

Vertical design eliminates plate abrasion
Plates typically last the unit’s lifetime
Pull-and-push drying system ensures balanced air distribution and a reduction of cold spots due to negative pressure inside the conditioner
More efficient air extraction improves drying performance and guarantees uniform drying profiles
Uses up to 90% less energy compared to direct heating/drying methods
Reduction of air emissions, dust and odors
Small installation footprint
Low maintenance
Low operating costs

We collaborate closely with you throughout the entire life cycle of the product. Our approach includes being there every step of the way – from engineering and development to installation, training and ongoing support.

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