High-Quality Vacuum Tray Dryer / VTD for Pharmaceutical & Chemical Industries
Bipin Pharma Equipment is a trusted Vacuum Tray Dryer (VTD) manufacturer, supplier, and exporter based in Maharashtra, India, with over 25 years of experience serving pharmaceutical, chemical, food processing, and cosmetic industries. Our Vacuum Tray Dryers are engineered to cGMP standards, available in SS304, SS316, and SS316L construction, and customised to your exact tray count, capacity, and heating medium requirements.
Exported to 25+ countries worldwide, our VTDs are trusted by leading pharma and chemical companies for their precision drying performance, low-temperature operation, and compliance with WHO-GMP and FDA guidelines. To compare drying technologies, see our guide on VTD vs Tray Dryer vs Fluid Bed Dryer.
What is a Vacuum Tray Dryer (VTD)?
A Vacuum Tray Dryer (VTD) is a specialised drying solution designed to remove moisture from materials under reduced pressure. This low-pressure environment allows drying at significantly lower temperatures compared to conventional methods, making it ideal for heat-sensitive products.
Featuring a rectangular chamber with multiple trays, the VTD ensures uniform heat distribution and efficient moisture removal. The trays are heated indirectly using steam or hot water, while a vacuum pump creates the necessary pressure reduction to accelerate drying.
Key Features of Vacuum Tray Dryer
Gentle Drying Process
Operates at lower temperatures, protecting heat-sensitive materials from thermal degradation.
Uniform Drying
Ensures consistent drying across all trays, preventing localized overheating or under-drying.
Controlled Atmosphere
Can be used in an inert gas environment, protecting materials from oxidation or contamination.
Reduced Drying Time
Vacuum conditions lower the boiling point of moisture, speeding up the drying process.
Energy Efficiency
Consumes less energy compared to conventional drying methods due to its controlled conditions.
Easy Maintenance
Removable trays and smooth interior surfaces for hassle-free cleaning and maintenance.
Versatile & Customizable
Suitable for drying powders, granules, solids, and delicate heat-sensitive substances in batch mode, with precise control over drying parameters. Available in various configurations — including tray sizes, construction materials, and automation features — to meet specific requirements.
Material of Construction
The Vacuum Tray Dryer is available in MS, SS304, SS316, SS316L, and Hastelloy. Various kinds of fluoropolymer coating on contact surfaces — including Halar, PP, ETFE, PFA, and PVDF — are available for corrosion-sensitive applications. For pharmaceutical GMP applications, SS 316L with internal surface finish Ra ≤ 0.6 µm is standard.
How Does a Vacuum Tray Dryer Work?
A Vacuum Tray Dryer operates by placing wet material on perforated or solid trays inside a rectangular, vacuum-tight chamber. The process steps are:
Loading: Wet material is spread evenly on the trays, which are loaded onto the heated hollow shelves inside the chamber.
Vacuum: A vacuum pump reduces the internal pressure to 25–100 mmHg, lowering the boiling point of moisture.
Heating: Heat is supplied indirectly through steam- or hot-water-heated hollow shelves, allowing drying at 40°C–80°C.
Moisture Removal: The evaporated moisture is drawn out by the vacuum system and condensed, leaving the dried product on the trays.
Unloading: Once the target moisture (LOD) is reached, vacuum is released and the dried trays are removed.
We offer a range of VTD models tailored to different batch sizes, from 12-tray units to 96-tray production dryers:
Model
No. of Trays
Tray Size (mm)
Capacity (kg/batch)
Vacuum Level (mmHg)
MOC
VTD-12
12
700 × 450
Up to 50
25–760
SS304 / SS316L
VTD-24
24
700 × 450
Up to 100
25–760
SS304 / SS316L
VTD-48
48
700 × 450
Up to 200
25–760
SS316L / Hastelloy
VTD-96
96
700 × 450
Up to 400
25–760
SS316L
Custom
As required
Custom
As required
As required
Any MOC
Heating medium: Steam / Hot water / Thermic fluid | Temperature range: 40°C – 120°C | Surface finish: Ra ≤ 0.6 µm (internal). Specifications are indicative and subject to change for product improvement.
Advantages of Vacuum Tray Dryer
Preservation of Product Integrity: Gentle drying ensures sensitive materials retain their properties.
Consistent Quality: Uniform heat distribution ensures even drying across all trays.
Improved Efficiency: Reduced drying time and energy consumption enhance productivity.
Flexibility: Suitable for a wide range of materials and industries.
Ease of Use: User-friendly controls and simple maintenance streamline operations.
Applications of Vacuum Tray Dryer
Pharmaceutical Industry: Gentle drying of heat-sensitive APIs, intermediates, and formulations that retain their properties.
Chemical Industry: Efficient drying of compounds, catalysts, polymers, and specialty chemicals.
Food Processing Industry: Preserves and dries fruits, vegetables, spices, and other food products.
Cosmetic Industry: Dries ingredients and formulations for creams, powders, and other cosmetic products.
Agrochemical Industry: Used for drying pesticides, fertilizers, and other agricultural products.
Material Processing: Ideal for drying sensitive materials used in advanced manufacturing and research applications.
Why Choose Bipin Pharma Equipment for Vacuum Tray Dryers?
Proven Expertise: Decades of experience in designing and manufacturing reliable drying systems since 1995.
Custom Solutions: Tailored designs to meet the unique requirements of various industries.
Global Reach: Trusted supplier to clients in India and 25+ countries worldwide.
Quality Assurance: Machines built to comply with GMP and international standards, with full documentation and CE/WHO-GMP compliance support.
Comprehensive Support: From installation to maintenance, we provide end-to-end assistance for seamless operations.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Vacuum Tray Dryer (VTD)?
A Vacuum Tray Dryer (VTD) is a drying system that removes moisture from materials under reduced pressure. The low-pressure (vacuum) environment lowers the boiling point of moisture, allowing drying at much lower temperatures (40C to 80C) than conventional dryers. This makes it ideal for heat-sensitive pharmaceutical, chemical, and food products. Material is placed on heated trays inside a vacuum-tight rectangular chamber.
What capacities of Vacuum Tray Dryer does Bipin Pharma manufacture?
Bipin Pharma Equipment manufactures Vacuum Tray Dryers from 12 trays (VTD-12, up to 50 kg/batch) to 96 trays (VTD-96, up to 400 kg/batch), with standard models VTD-12, VTD-24, VTD-48, and VTD-96, plus fully custom configurations. Standard tray size is 700 x 450 mm, with a vacuum level of 25 to 760 mmHg and a temperature range of 40C to 120C.
Why use a Vacuum Tray Dryer for heat-sensitive products?
A Vacuum Tray Dryer is ideal for heat-sensitive products because the vacuum lowers the boiling point of moisture, so drying happens at low temperatures (as low as 40C). This prevents thermal degradation, oxidation, and loss of potency in sensitive APIs, vitamins, and biologicals. It can also operate in an inert gas atmosphere to further protect materials from oxidation or contamination.
What is the material of construction of Bipin Pharma Vacuum Tray Dryer?
Bipin Pharma Vacuum Tray Dryers are available in MS, SS304, SS316, SS316L, and Hastelloy, with SS316L mirror-polished contact parts (Ra under 0.6 micron internal) as standard for pharmaceutical GMP applications. Various fluoropolymer coatings on contact surfaces are also available including Halar, PP, ETFE, PFA, and PVDF. Heating medium options include steam, hot water, or thermic fluid.
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Bipin Pharma Equipment manufactures cGMP-compliant Vacuum Tray Dryers — SS 316L, 12 to 96 trays, low-temperature gentle drying, exported to 25+ countries with full CE/WHO-GMP documentation. Contact us for a customized solution.
