Tower Dryers F-Series Tower Drying F-Series Tower Drying We define grain drying. We define grain drying.
FFI Features Gravity inlet does not require leveling auger, reducing the number of moving parts. 2 2 Self cleaning cushion box on plenum roof reduces grain damage and plenum roof wear. 3 3 Motorized grain level monitor designed for trouble free positive control. 4 4 The 2-3/4" grain columns surrounding the heat plenum chamber allows the grain to receive all BTU's from the burner, improving efficiency while providing superior noise reduction. 5 6 5 Uniform low velocity heated air improves efficiency and quality as well as reducing particulate emissions. 6 Patented Grain are used to equalize column moisture content and temperature of the grain column, greatly improving quality and efficiency. 7 7 Stainless Steel outside sheets greatly extends the life and appearance of the dryer. The screens utilize different perforation sizes to reduce emissions. 8 8 Divider hopper prevents particulate build up in the heat plenum chamber and simplifies maintenance. 9 9 Recycling heat from the cooling grain results in significant fuel savings. 0 Sealed discharge section retains particulate matter. 0 FFI's state of the art Vision Control Panel. 2 This product is protected under one or more of the following U.S. Patents: 6233843, 689235, 64886, 60742, 6098305, 6088929, 6076276, 6073367, 6073364, 557052, 6457256, 6035544, 586022, 5653043, 56593, 5604996, 5566470, 5400525. 2 A specially designed flow control system houses the Moisture Control Sensor. This insures a constant accurate reading from the sensor back to the Moisture Control System.
F-Series Tower Dryers are designed with the mid-sized to large farm in mind. Capacities range from 000 BPH to 2400 BPH. All heat from cooling the grain is recycled and the long retention times result in very efficient dryer operation. A divider hopper prevents the build-up of fines in the heat section, simplifying maintenance. Self diagnostic controls accurately monitor grain moisture and temperature. If you need an efficient, quiet, and dependable drying system, the FFI F-Series Tower Dryer is just what you're looking for. Mixed Flow Industrial Highly efficient, quiet industrial blower used on all F-Series dryers, provides years of trouble free operation. Maxon np-le-al For 500 BPH and larger capacities. Maxon fuel efficient, low nox in-line burner, with engineered profiling, provides even continuous heat. Aluminum extrusion reduces burner maintenance. What makes FFI unique? The added value and convenience we bring to our customers. FFI products are designed and manufactured to exceed the users expectations with features that save time and money. Inner Roof Heavy galvanized inner roof and support provides over 300 bushels of wet holding in the garner. The garner is totally sealed to retain particulate matter. Heat Plenum Chamber The heat plenum chamber is entirely surrounded by a 2-3/4" grain column. All heated air must pass through the grain column resulting in total use of heated air. Stainless steel, smooth sidewall construction with.078" and.0625" perforation diameter helps retain particulate matter. Inside: Heating section has.078" perforation sidewalls. Cooling section has.0625" perforation to minimize particulate matter entering the cooling section. Outside: Heating section to the Grain Inverter has.078" perforation sidewalls. Grain Inverter to the cooling section has.0625" perforation sidewalls to contain the particulate matter. Cooling section has.078" perforation sidewalls..078".0625" Platforms Inside/outside platforms, ladders and cages are standard and provide access to the dryer. heating section Metering Drive The SCR variable speed DC motor and the single maintenance free Cyclo gearbox located in the cooling chamber provides simple, trouble free operation of the dryers metering system. Access Doors & Hatches All areas of the dryer are accessible through doors and floor hatches for easy cleaning and maintenance. Sweep Discharge Field proven (patented) Accu-trol Metering System is self cleaning and provides positive grain flow. cooling section
Key feature patented Grain promote more even drying, higher test weights, and also help reduce operating costs. While the older grain exchangers move grain from the inside of the grain column to the outside of the column in 6 columns, the patented FFI Grain put a new twist on this process. FFI's Grain move all grain, except the outer two inches, within the column to eliminate over-dried grain and to maximize drying efficiency and grain quality. These patented Grain redirect the warmest grain from the inside of the column to be next to the wettest grain left at the outside of the column where it is dried by the captured heat which would have otherwise escaped the dryer. (See diagram to right for visual illustration.) This process maintains optimal grain temperature, thus maximizing grain quality while using less fuel and significantly reducing operating costs. A convenient clean-out door also provides easy access for quick maintenance. Drying without the FFI Grain. Drying with Old Grain EXCHANGERS. Drying with the FFI Grain. Entering Drying Column Entering Drying Column Entering Drying Column Plenum 20 205 F/96 C 30 F/54 C 90 F/88 C 23 F/5 C 70 F/77 C 6 F/47 C 50 F/66 C 09 F/43 C 30 F/54 C 02 F/39 C 0 F/43 C 95 F/35 C 00 F/38 C 87 F/3 C 90 F/32 C 80 F/27 C Exhaust Air 60 F/7 C Plenum 20 90 F/32 C 30 F/54 C 50 F/66 C 80 F/27 C 20 F/49 C 40 F/54 C 75 F/24 C 0 F/43 C 30 F/54 C 00 F/38 C 20 F/49 C 30 F/54 C 90 F/32 C 5 F/46 C 20 F/49 C 80 F/27 C 0 F/43 C 0 F/43 C 75 F/24 C 00 F/38 C 00 F/38 C Exhaust Air 30 F/54 C Plenum 20 75 F/24 C 30 F/54 C 30 F/54 C 80 F/27 C 20 F/49 C 30 F/54 C 90 F/32 C 0 F/43 C 30 F/54 C 00 F/38 C 00 F/38 C 30 F/54 C 0 F/43 C 90 F/32 C 30 F/54 C 20 F/49 C 80 F/27 C 30 F/54 C 30 F/54 C 75 F/24 C 30 F/54 C Exhaust Air Up to 205 Entering Cooling Section Up to 60 Entering Cooling Section 30 at Cooling Section Kernel Temperature Under 00 =Seed 00 to 20 =Human Food Grade - Full Nutrition and Taste 20 to 40 =Animal Food Grade - Full Nutrition 40 to 60 =Moderate damage & test weight loss starts 60 & above=severe damage (physical breakage & severe test weight loss)
Vision Network Dryer Controls The FFI Vision dryer control system features a wide array of settings that offers unparalleled options and control. Boasting a 0.4" TFT color touch screen with easy-to-use controls, the Vision can be remote-mounted, via a simple seven wire harness, up to 000 feet away from the dryer. moisture control Because safety and dependability are paramount for all FFI products, the Vision system features a low voltage safety circuit and a safety disconnect on every dryer. Each safety is monitored individually and its status displayed on-screen. With no moving parts timers, time delays, thermostats, etc. the Vision system is less prone to wear-and-tear that leads to costly repairs and downtime. Plenum and grain temperatures can be modified on-screen. You can also change from High/Low to On/Off fire mode which allows plenum operation down to 5 degrees above ambient with a simple software switch. The Vision also puts help at your fingertips when you need it most. Owner s Manuals are available on-demand and on-screen at the control box. FFI Vision allows users to track the dryer s history. All shut downs are logged with time and date information. This data can be saved to a flash memory card (via USB) for use on a home computer. Every FFI Vision dryer is equipped with three different modes of moisture control. Users select the mode that best fits their needs in a particular situation. Temperature Based 2 Speed with optional 5 Speed Mode: This temperature based control uses grain temperature to determine the final moisture content. As grain moisture increases or decreases from the desired moisture set point, the metering rolls speed up or slow down an amount pre-determined by the user in order for the dryer to bring the moisture level back to the desired setting. The optional 5 Speed Mode includes automatic speed averaging. When moisture changes significantly, all 5 speeds will change accordingly to bring the operation back into synch with the output moisture. 2 Moisture Based Infinite Speed: This is a moisture-based system that extracts data from three different points in the dryer: the moisture of the incoming grain, the temperature of the grain in the middle of the dryer, and the grain moisture upon exiting the dryer. All three measurements are factored to determine final moisture. Simply enter the desired moisture set point for finished grain and the Vision s moisture control will speed up or slow down the metering rolls to maintain moisture at the desired setting. This setting makes very slow and calculated adjustments to the grain and is most effective when the moisture of the incoming grain does not vary much and is within a narrow range, i.e. one or two points. 3 Moisture Based 5 Speed: This moisture control method makes very quick meter roll changes and uses only the rear (exiting grain) sensor for adjustments. This setting works best when the moisture of the incoming grain varies quite a bit and has a wider degree of variance, i.e. three or more points. electrical control features: Exclusive MET (nationally recognized testing lab) approved controls. Built to UL 508a specifications: Nationally recognized (US & Canada) CSA electrical compliant. IEC Branch Breakers: IEC controls are higher quality, rated for more cycles, and meet domestic and international electric codes. All dryers have branch breakers for each motor. IEC Motor Overloads: IEC overloads allow a wide range of adjustment to accommodate variances in incoming voltage. Auxiliary Auger IEC Contactors/ Overloads*: Load and unload auxiliary motor branch circuits are standard. If load and unload HP are specified at time of order, FFI will install properly sized breaker, contactor, and overload for customer's application. Entrelec Terminals: Color-coded Entrelec terminals are used for all computer control circuits connections, making for easy installation, diagnosis and service. Safety Disconnect*: For safely disconnecting power from main panel for servicing dryer controls. Also provides an easy connection point for incoming electric supply. Work Light and Shutdown Indicator: The light on the outside of the dryer doubles as a shutdown indicator. * Provides significant cost savings over dryers that neglect these features. optional watchdog software FFI's optional Watchdog System allows remote monitoring of dryer functions such as moisture, temperature and dryer status from a web accessible computer. Settings and Adjustments safe to change remotely may also be made. Web based for greater accessibility, the Watchdog keeps you advised from the comfort and convenience of a home or office through your computer, Smart Phone or PDA. Contact the GSI dealer nearest you for more information.
Vision Network Dryer Controls "Defining the Future of Network Dryer Controls" Welcome to a new era in network dryer controls. The FFI Vision dryer control system provides users with unmatched options and control for the very best results. Moisture Control Features Every FFI Vision dryer is equipped with three different modes of moisture control, allowing greater flexibility for a variety of needs and settings. Integrated into main control of dryer Graphing and time stamping Software updates are always available by download from the FFI web site and all that is needed to do the update is a simple Flash Memory Card or any USB based removable drive Vision Control Features 0.4" TFT Diagonal color screen (Touch Screen Control) No moving parts (timers, time delays, thermostats) 32 Bit Microprocessor Control Each Safety monitored individually and its status displayed on screen All shut-downs logged with time and date Remote mounted control box requires just a simple seven wire harness Safety Disconnect, Load and Unload Auxiliary Contactors and Overloads are standard on every FFI F-Series Dryer greatly reducing installation costs compared to other dryers on the market. Low voltage safety circuit Flash memory card to transfer data to personal computer Optional printer Configuration Screen Modifying Temp Setpoint Configuration Screen Extended Configuration
M/C - Moisture Control Setup Selection Screen Free software updates are available for download from the FFI web site. All that is needed to do the update is a simple flash memory card or any USB based removable drive. Shutdown Help File On-Screen
F-Series Specifications Size Rpm Hp Metering Hp Full Amp Load 460v / 230v Drying Cfm Cooling Cfm Capacity (BTU x 000) Average Heat (BTU x 000)2 Grain Column Tower Diameter3 Overall Height4 Wet Holding (bu) Heat Holding (bu) Cool Holding (bu) discharge Holding (BU) Dryer Holding (bu) Outside Catwalks BPH (20% - 5%)5 BPH (25% - 5%)5 F-575 8,490,035 75 4 / 228 77,00 38,550 6,654 9,576 2-3/4 2-0 59-0 302 95 305 00,622,500 900 Includes amperage for two 0 HP auxiliary motors. 2 At 50 degrees ambiant temperature. 3 Dimensions exclude outside catwalks. Diameter is 9-0 with catwalks. 4 Optional vertical fill pipe height not included. 5 Capacities listed are wet bushels/ tonnes, shelled corn at listed moisture content and are estimates based on drying principles, field results and computer simulation. Variance may occur due to grain's physiological factors (kernel size, chemical composition, variety, maturity), excessive fines, adverse weather conditions, etc. Discharge Height - 40" All models available in natural gas or liquid propane. Liquid propane pricing includes the price on an internal vaporizer and high pressure regulator. All models available in 3 phase 230 or 460 volts. F-875 8,542 856 75 4 / 228 8,800 40,900 7,669 0,59 2-3/4 2-0 69-0 302,59 354 00,95 2,800,080 F-2000 8,542 98 00 43 / 286 98,600 49,300 2,298 2,246 2-3/4 2-0 75-8" 302,257 45 00 2,0 2 2,000,200 F-2400 8,600 88 00 43 / 286 08,300 54,50 23,393 3,45 2-3/4 2-0 85-8 302,499 500 00 2,40 3 2,400,440 F-2400 2' dia. x 85'-8" height 9' dia. w/catwalks F-2000 2' dia. x 75'-8" height 9' dia. w/catwalks F-875 2' dia. x 69-0" height 9' dia. w/catwalk F-575 2' dia. x 59'-0" height 9' dia. w/catwalk www.fficorp.com 004 East Illinois Street Assumption, IL 6250 USA Ph: 27-226-5400 Fax: 800-800-5329 Farm Fans FF-03 We define grain drying. FF-03 Apr/0 Copyright 200 by The GSI Group, LLC. Printed in the USA Due to continual improvements, The GSI Group, LLC. reserves the right to change designs and specifications without notice.