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Work Horse Quartz conveyor dryers... worth it?

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spencer_L&KC:

--- Quote from: ericheartsu on April 06, 2024, 05:13:18 PM ---This doesn't answer nearly any of your questions, but if you're looking for a different solution, I have a Workhorse Series 2 3190 dryer that we will move pretty inexpensively in Phoenix.

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I appreciate the offer, but thats not much bigger than my current BBC conveyor. we are looking to go bigger.


--- Quote from: Hemi on April 06, 2024, 06:06:48 PM ---You should look at Ranar dryers. Either their Redstar or if you want forced air then the Turbo Jetstar. They have lots of different size options and all the pricing is on the website.

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yeah that is a name i see every now and then, but do not know much about. I will check them out though. def want to go forced air as it is time to take WB ink seriously.


--- Quote from: Homer on April 06, 2024, 07:15:18 PM ---Gas. electric sucks

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considering running gas into the new space. we are also considering using a heat pump and convection stovetop, and eliminating gas altogether (this is a dual purpose building split between the shop and our living space). the cost of gas vs the cost of electric might force our hand to go with gas though. havent decided yet. what MFGs gas dryer should I be looking at if we decide to go with the gas option. and how hard is it to move the dryer around the shop if new/more presses move into the shop? would have to move a rigid gas line around making it more of a pita.


--- Quote from: Hemi on April 07, 2024, 02:27:41 PM ---The cost to operate gas equipment in my area is expensive. It’s around 2 bucks a therm. What’s the typical gas dryers daily usage of therms?
Yeah maybe it’s a more effective way to cure your prints but is it more energy efficient at that rate? Obviously depends on what electric dryer you would be comparing it to

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I am in St. Louis MO and the cost of gas is cheaper than electric.

Evo:

--- Quote from: spencer_L&KC on April 09, 2024, 03:07:56 PM ---def want to go forced air as it is time to take WB ink seriously.

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If you are upgrading and planning for growth and even *remotely* considering WB ink, get a gas dryer with the longest tunnel you can fit in that 1600 sq ft. Anything shorter than 12' and you will be pulling your hair out balancing proper cure and production speed. 16' is even better if you plan on an auto.

A decent condition used Sprint (or even a mini Sprint) will spank every electric dryer on the market.

Evo:
Also, just a general note - moving around equipment, gas lines and power drops is just a given fact of running and growing a shop. Plan on it and locate utility drops where they can easily be accessed for repair, upgrades and relocation even with the equipment in place.

scott316:
Sent you a message I have 3 dryers.

spencer_L&KC:

--- Quote from: Evo on April 09, 2024, 05:53:55 PM ---
--- Quote from: spencer_L&KC on April 09, 2024, 03:07:56 PM ---def want to go forced air as it is time to take WB ink seriously.

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If you are upgrading and planning for growth and even *remotely* considering WB ink, get a gas dryer with the longest tunnel you can fit in that 1600 sq ft. Anything shorter than 12' and you will be pulling your hair out balancing proper cure and production speed. 16' is even better if you plan on an auto.

A decent condition used Sprint (or even a mini Sprint) will spank every electric dryer on the market.

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thanks for the heads up! ill check them out.

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