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Comparison of the Benefits of Steam-heated Tumble Dryer and Direct-fired Tumble Dryer in Tunnel Washer System
The Working Parameters of a Laundry Plant Laundry configuration: A 60kg 16-chamber tunnel washer Tunnel washer’s single linen cake discharge Time: 2 minutes/chamber (60 kg/chamber) Working hours: 10 hours/day Daily output: 18 tons/day Towel drying proportion (40%): 7.2 ...Read more -
The Insulation Design of the Tumble Dryers in Tunnel Washer Systems
Whether it is a direct-fired tumble dryer or a steam-heated tumble dryer if people want less heat consumption, the insulation is a crucial part of the whole process. ❑ A good insulation can effectively reduce 5% to 6% energy consumption. The air channels, outer cylinder,...Read more -
The Energy Efficiency of Steam-heated Tumble Dryers in Tunnel Washer Systems
Currently, steam-heated tumble dryers are mostly used. Its energy consumption cost is relatively large because a steam-heated tumble dryer itself does not produce steam and it has to connect the steam through the steam pipe and then convert it into hot air through the he...Read more -
The Energy Efficiency of Direct-fired Tumble Dryers in Tunnel Washer Systems Part2
The direct-fired tumble dryers’ energy saving not only shows on the heating method and fuels but also on the energy-saving designs. The tumble dryers with the same appearance may have different designs. ● Some tumble dryers are direct-exhaust type. ● Some tumble dryers ...Read more -
The Energy Efficiency of Direct-fired Tumble Dryers in Tunnel Washer Systems Part1
In the tunnel washer systems, the tumble dryer part is the biggest part of a tunnel washer system’s energy consumption. How to choose a more energy-saving tumble dryer? Let’s discuss this in this article. In terms of heating methods, there are two common kinds of tumble...Read more -
The Dehydration Rates of Water Extraction Presses in Tunnel Washer Systems
In tunnel washer systems, the main function of water extraction presses is to dehydrate the linens. Under the premise of no damage and high efficiency, if the dehydration rate of a water extraction press is low, the moisture content of the linens will increase. Therefore...Read more -
Water Conservation in Tunnel Washer Systems
In previous articles, we’ve introduced why we need to design recycled water, how to reuse water, and counter-current rinsing. At present, the water consumption of Chinese brand tunnel washers is around 1:15, 1:10, and 1:6 (That is, washing 1 kg of linen consumes 6kg of w...Read more -
The Energy Efficiency of Tunnel Washer Systems Part 2
In previous articles, we’ve mentioned that in tunnel washer systems, the consumption of steam relies on the water consumption when washing, the dehydration rates of water extraction presses, and the energy consumption of tumble dryers. Today, let’s dive into their connec...Read more -
The Energy Efficiency of Tunnel Washer Systems Part 1
The two biggest costs of a laundry factory are labor costs and steam costs. The proportion of labor costs ( excluding logistics costs ) in many laundry factories reaches 20%, and the proportion of steam reaches 30%. Tunnel washer systems can use automation to decrease la...Read more -
Key Factors Affecting Linen Lifespan
Linen is worn out almost every day. Generally speaking, there is a certain standard for the number of times hotel linen should be washed, such as cotton sheets/pillowcases about 130-150 times, blended fabrics (65% polyester, 35% cotton) about 180-220 times, towels about ...Read more -
Analyzing the Benefits of Reducing Linen Moisture Content by 5% with Water Extraction Press
In tunnel washer systems, water extraction presses are important pieces of equipment connected to tumble dryers. The mechanical methods they adopt can reduce the moisture content of linen cakes in a short time with little energy costs, resulting in lower energy consumpti...Read more -
How to Assess Energy Efficiency in a Tunnel Washer System
When choosing and purchasing a tunnel washer system, it's crucial to make sure it's water-saving and steam-saving because it has something to do with the cost and profit and plays a determined role in the good and orderly operation of a laundry factory. Then, how do we d...Read more