Bulk Solid Heat Exchanger
Thermal treatment of granular solids: efficiency, control and sustainability
FIC S.p.A. is a leader in designing Bulk Solid Heat Exchangers, Pillow Plate technology heat exchangers specifically developed for thermal treatment of granular and powdered solids. This innovative technology distinguishes itself from traditional fluidized bed solutions for greater energy efficiency, advanced operational control and significant environmental impact reduction.
Thanks to deep experience in industrial thermal regulation, FIC proposes reliable and versatile solutions, capable of meeting the needs of multiple sectors, from food to chemicals, to energy and metallurgy. Plants are designed to ensure maximum efficiency, long service life and ease of management even in complex production environments.
Pillow Plate technology for controlled gravimetric processes
FIC technology is based on a vertical falling film flow of bulk material that passes through indirect heat transfer surfaces, made with laser-welded Pillow Plate panels. This enables:
- uniform and constant heat transfer
- absence of fluidization and vibration
- maintenance of material density
- precise temperature control
- containment of dust emissions
- optimization of energy consumption
Each plant can be integrated with heat transfer fluid management modules, automation and control systems, in addition to complete and customized turnkey solutions.
Industrial applications and sectoral advantages
FIC Bulk Solid Heat Exchangers find application in numerous sectors:
- Chemical industry: fertilizer cooling (Urea, NPK, KCl, phosphates) and inorganic salt conditioning (carbonates, borates, sulfates)
- Food industry: sugar and coffee cooling, thermal treatment of soybean and sunflower seeds
- Metallurgical sector: foundry sand cooling
- Energy and biofuels: vegetable seed heating for biodiesel, thermal treatment of materials from energy processes and biosolids
Thanks to their modularity and operational precision, FIC bulk material heat exchangers represent the ideal choice for those wishing to combine innovation, sustainability and industrial performance. Each plant is developed to measure, to offer maximum in terms of reliability, safety and energy efficiency.