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Pulp Sheet Dryer Overhaul

Air towers, circulation fans, steam coils, wire belts and cutters — hot-air convection drying line service.

ScopeAir tower · fans · steam coils · wire · cutter · heat recovery

1 · Equipment Overview

FunctionHot-air convection drying of pulp sheets.
CompositionAir tower, circulation fans, steam coils, wire belt, heat recovery.
MediumSteam-heated hot-air circulation.
Key systemsWire transport, sheet transfer, sheet cutter.

2 · Maintenance Process

Lock outStop, cool down, isolate steam.
Duct cleaningClean tower and ducts; clear screen perforations.
CoilsLeak-test, de-scale and pressure-test steam coils.
FansInspect and clean fan blades; correct balancing.
Wire beltAdjust belt tension and tracking.
Sheet transferCheck and adjust wire transfer / tail threading.
CutterReplace cutter blades; set cut length.
Heat recoveryInspect recovery section; repair air leaks.
Trial runRun air system; balance flow and temperature.
VerificationRe-verify sheet moisture and drying uniformity.

3 · Key Process Photos

Circulation fan impeller
Circulation fan impeller
Fan and module assembly
Fan and module assembly
Air tower with fan modules
Air tower with fan modules
Fan motor inside casing
Fan motor inside casing
Steam heating coil bank
Steam heating coil bank
Tower wall with tiered air outlets
Tower wall with tiered air outlets
Long internal drying tunnel
Long internal drying tunnel
Wire belt and transfer system
Wire belt and transfer system

4 · Acceptance & Handover

Steam coils leak-free and pressure-test passed; fans run smooth without abnormal vibration; wire belt tracked and tensioned; cut length accurate; sheet moisture on target with uniform drying.

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