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Towards a competitive use of solar driers : a case study for the lumber industry
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The aim of this paper is to contribute to the discussion of the methodology that leads to a better
systematization of the knowledge on solar drying. Based on a case study for the lumber industry, the
options and solutions adopted will be reported, along with their evaluation criteria and existing or
developed tools. The kilns have 50 m3 interior capacity and proved the capability to dry maritime pine 27
mm thick, from green to 12% moisture content in about 33 days. The performance of the drying process
has a significant seasonal and weather dependence, so an interactive control system is essential in order
to profit as much as possible from the favorable exterior conditions.
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Solar dreyer Wood Kiln Drying control
Citation
Loureiro, David, [et. al.]. Towards a competitive use of solar driers : a case study for the lumber industry. In: Proceedings of 3rd International Energy, Energy and Environment Symposium (2007)