SPRAY dry is a critical process in the dairy industry, used to convert liquid dairy products like milk, whey, or cream into powders with extended shelf life, enhanced stability, and ease of transportation. One of the essential components in this process is the spray dry nozzle, which atomises the liquid feed into fine droplets, enabling rapid drying when exposed to hot air.
Among the prominent manufacturers of spray drying nozzles, Spraying Systems Co. – represented in South Africa by Monitor Engineering – is widely recognised for its advanced technology, high-quality products, and tailored solutions for the dairy sector.
Importance of spray dry nozzles in the dairy industry
In dairy production, precision and efficiency are key. Spray dry nozzles determine the size, uniformity, and distribution of the droplets in the drying chamber. These parameters directly influence the final product’s quality, including its solubility, texture, and particle size distribution. For dairy powders like infant formula, milk powders, or whey proteins, achieving the right consistency and particle attributes is crucial to meet consumer and industrial needs.
Spraying Systems Co. has specialised in delivering high-performance spray dry nozzles that address the unique requirements of dairy processors. Their nozzles are designed to handle high viscosities, resist wear from abrasive materials, and maintain consistency even in demanding production environments.
Versatile, clog-resistant and easy to maintain spray dry nozzles
The company’s SB Series SprayDry® nozzles are ideal for medium-flow applications using co-current and counter-current dryers and for spray drying viscous flavourings/ingredients, milk and other dairy products. The features that optimise spray drying operations include, energy efficiency, narrow drop size distribution, Maximum Free Passage (MFP) to minimise clogging and increase production time, anti-bearding design, durable construction, flexible installation, a hand-tight version (no tools required), and food-compliant versions to meet FDA and EU regulations.
Spray dry nozzle applications and benefits in the dairy industry
Spraying Systems Co.’s SprayDry® nozzles are widely used in various applications, including production of milk powder, infant formula, whey protein isolates, and specialty dairy products.
Some of the benefits that dairy processors derive from using these spray dry nozzles include enhanced product quality, improved operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and cost savings.
Due to the use of advanced materials and precision engineering of the nozzles, their lifespan is extended thereby lowering long-term costs.
For more information contact grant@monitorspray.co.za, www.spray.co.za
