{"id":31860,"date":"2024-04-08T17:05:44","date_gmt":"2024-04-08T15:05:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/it\/news"},"modified":"2024-05-08T17:21:53","modified_gmt":"2024-05-08T15:21:53","slug":"precision-drying-new-digital-technologies-and-innovative-applications","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/en\/news\/precision-drying-new-digital-technologies-and-innovative-applications","title":{"rendered":"Precision drying: new digital technologies and innovative applications"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/en\/news\/precision-drying-new-digital-technologies-and-innovative-applications\/#The_evolution_of_digital_solutions_at_Mecmar\" >The evolution of digital solutions at Mecmar<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/en\/news\/precision-drying-new-digital-technologies-and-innovative-applications\/#Solutions_in_digital_drying\" >Solutions in digital drying<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/en\/news\/precision-drying-new-digital-technologies-and-innovative-applications\/#Cutting-edge_technologies_for_precision_drying\" >Cutting-edge technologies for precision drying<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/en\/news\/precision-drying-new-digital-technologies-and-innovative-applications\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p>Grain drying is an ancient practice that has always played a fundamental role in human history. Its technique has evolved over the years, transitioning from simple, prolonged sun exposure to the construction of increasingly complex closed structures specifically designed to regulate internal temperature and humidity.<\/p>\n<p>Essential for preserving the quality of grains over long periods, drying offers a series of indispensable benefits:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>prevention of mold and insect infestations<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>prevention of fermentation<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>prolonged storage life<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>preservation of product quality<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>improvement of nutritional values<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>In recent years, the combination of digital technologies with Mecmar&#8217;s expertise in the field has brought about a new frontier in grain drying: <strong>precision<\/strong> drying. This integration allows for retaining all the benefits of the process while offering <strong>greater customization and monitoring<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>Thus, <strong>smart<\/strong> drying not only optimizes the process, reducing time and operational costs, but also provides advanced tools for better grain preservation.<\/p>\n<p>The adoption of <strong>Mecmar&#8217;s Industry 4.0 dryers<\/strong>, powered by traditional fuels (diesel or gas) and biofuels (wood chips, pellets, biogas, or biodiesel), makes the machinery <strong>economically<\/strong> <strong>sustainable<\/strong> in the long run. Energy sources like biomass, often derived from agricultural waste, are <strong>locally available at lower costs than traditional fuels<\/strong>. This reduces operational costs for businesses and improves their market competitiveness.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_evolution_of_digital_solutions_at_Mecmar\"><\/span>The evolution of digital solutions at Mecmar<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Already in the 2000s<\/strong>, Mecmar used the first digital systems that enabled operating the machine via a touchscreen. Over the years, these models evolved thanks to customer feedback, <strong>enhancing processor and sensor capabilities<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31864 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/precision_farming_1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/precision_farming_1.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/precision_farming_1-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/precision_farming_1-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/precision_farming_1-600x300.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31872 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/precision_farming_2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/precision_farming_2.png 1000w, https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/precision_farming_2-300x150.png 300w, https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/precision_farming_2-768x384.png 768w, https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/precision_farming_2-600x300.png 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Initially, PLCs could only monitor temperature and record the primary process parameters. The latest models, developed in <strong>2023<\/strong> and presented at the Agritechnica fair in Hannover, allow for <strong>monitoring many new parameters<\/strong> to optimize and efficiently manage the dryer, achieving maximum results:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>fuel consumption<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>discharge command opening<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>fuel level monitoring<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>the ability to track grain weight during the drying process<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>sending emails and notifications to customers<\/strong><\/li>\n<li><strong>remote data transmission<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-31880 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/precision_farming_3.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"512\" height=\"574\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/precision_farming_3.jpg 512w, https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/precision_farming_3-268x300.jpg 268w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solutions_in_digital_drying\"><\/span>Solutions in digital drying<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Smart drying<\/strong> promotes machine versatility. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/en\/catalogo\/mobile_dryers-2\">Mobile dryers<\/a> require a lower investment than fixed ones and offer <strong>greater operational flexibility<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>New Industry 4.0 dryers can handle various grain processing tasks and <strong>operate close to production areas<\/strong>. These features <strong>reduce the time and costs<\/strong> typically <strong>associated with transporting products<\/strong> to and from fixed drying facilities, improving overall process efficiency.<\/p>\n<p>Moreover, the ability to move the dryer to different areas helps <strong>distribute work more evenly<\/strong>. <strong>Mobile<\/strong> <strong>dryers<\/strong> can be used for targeted <strong>management<\/strong> <strong>of<\/strong> <strong>small<\/strong> <strong>product<\/strong> <strong>batches<\/strong> or to <strong>address<\/strong> <strong>specific<\/strong> <strong>seasonal<\/strong> <strong>drying<\/strong> <strong>needs<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cutting-edge_technologies_for_precision_drying\"><\/span>Cutting-edge technologies for precision drying<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>New<\/strong> <strong>technologies<\/strong> are revolutionizing the drying industry, making <strong>processes<\/strong> <strong>more<\/strong> <strong>precise<\/strong> and introducing <strong>advanced<\/strong> <strong>control<\/strong> <strong>tools<\/strong>. Thanks to <strong>touchscreen<\/strong> systems, interaction with machines is more intuitive, and programming dryer management becomes faster and more accurate.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Mecmar<\/strong> is developing <strong>a<\/strong> <strong>new<\/strong> <strong>advanced<\/strong> <strong>monitoring<\/strong> <strong>system<\/strong> that will further <strong>optimize its dryers&#8217; performance by integrating new parameters<\/strong> and constantly monitoring environmental conditions. Greater precision in data will help <strong>manage production costs<\/strong> and maximize overall process efficiency by optimizing resources and energy.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span>Conclusion<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><strong>Precision drying<\/strong> represents a significant step toward the future of the industry. Technologies are evolving rapidly, offering increasingly innovative solutions to handle grains healthily, efficiently, and personally.<\/p>\n<p>With its mobile dryers and experimentation in alternative fuels and touch technology, <strong>Mecmar<\/strong> provides professional solutions for <strong>greater operational flexibility<\/strong> and a fairer <strong>distribution of resources<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>If you&#8217;re interested in exploring smart drying, don&#8217;t hesitate to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/en\/contatti\">contact us<\/a>. Together, we&#8217;ll find the dryer that best suits your needs, enabling you to operate more efficiently using state-of-the-art technology.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/en\/lp\/calcolatore-costi-essiccazione\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-28917 size-full aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Macmar-banner-calcolatore-ENG.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"800\" height=\"131\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Macmar-banner-calcolatore-ENG.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Macmar-banner-calcolatore-ENG-300x49.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Macmar-banner-calcolatore-ENG-768x126.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.mecmargroup.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Macmar-banner-calcolatore-ENG-600x98.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Grain drying is an ancient practice that has always played a fundamental role in human history. 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