Optimal drying of manure with compact design

OptiPlate is a highly efficient steel plate drying system with a compact design. It dries fresh poultry and layer manure to a dry matter content of up to 80%.

OptiPlate is available with one to six tiers. Its robust design features two perforated steel plate levels and thick layer of substrate hold capacity on each level.

Technical                 

  • Available with one to six tiers
  • Each tier consists of two perforated steel plate levels (2000 wide x 317 mm long, hole diameter 5 mm)
  • Perforated steel plates allow for a layer height of the fresh manure of up to 16 cm
  • It can also be installed at the gable side in case of tunnel ventilation
  • Plates are optionally available in stainless steel

Advantages of OptiPlate

  • Dries up to dry matter content of 80%
  • Large drying capacity per square meter of surface
  • Compact, modular design with a high intake capacity
  • Very stable, rugged technology
  • Easy to maintain
  • Integration of external heat source is possible to improve drying performance
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