Grain Dryer SZ-28 with Bucket Elevator

The 15 m³ grain dryer is a modern, energy-efficient solution designed for effective drying of grains, legumes, and oilseeds. Its smart design, high performance, and external bucket elevator ensure both efficient drying and convenient operation, cleaning, and maintenance.

Applications:

• farms,
• grain elevators,
• storage facilities,
• agricultural processing plants.

Suitable for drying a wide range of bulk materials, such as:

• wheat,
• barley,
• corn,
• rapeseed,
• peas, and other legumes.

Technical Specifications:

• Total capacity: 15 m³
• Drying performance: up to 6% moisture reduction per hour (depending on grain type)
• Weight: 2850 kg
• Dimensions: 3277 × 3202 × 9832 mm
• Airflow rate: 25,300 m³/h
• Drying gate drive: 1.5 kW (gear motor)
• Bucket elevator drive: 2.2 kW (gear motor)
• Standard mesh: 2.5 mm openings

Recommended mesh sizes for different crops:

• 2.5 mm – corn, wheat, barley, rice, soybeans, oats
• 2.5 / 1.5 mm – sunflower
• 1.5 mm – rapeseed, millet
• 1.25 mm – mustard
• 1.0 mm – small-seeded crops

Recommended drying temperatures:

• Corn – up to 120°C
• Wheat, barley – up to 90°C
• Rapeseed, sunflower – up to 70°C

Advantages of using a bucket elevator:

Process automation – continuous, even grain supply minimizes operator involvement

Gentle grain handling – reduced grain damage compared to screw conveyors

Energy efficiency – low power consumption with high throughput

Easy maintenance – external location allows access without emptying the dryer

Efficient heat distribution – no internal obstructions for air circulation

Standard equipment:

• Grain dryer with external bucket elevator
• Control cabinet
• Technical and warranty documentation

Note: The dryer is not equipped with a fan or heat exchanger – these must be selected separately.

Recommended Additional Components:

Centrifugal Fan WP-4-76 №8:

• Motor power: 22 kW
• Rotational speed: 1410 RPM
• Airflow: 25,360 m³/h
• Pressure: 1793 Pa
• Weight: 600 kg

Biomass heat generator: TPG 750–1500

Air heat exchanger: VOT 30000

The grain dryer with a bucket elevator is the perfect solution for farms and agricultural companies seeking a durable, efficient, and easy-to-use drying system for a wide variety of grains and seeds. Its construction combines modern technology with practical functionality to ensure top drying performance and low operating costs.