Wood shavings, sawdust, digestates and biomass must be dried to the right moisture level before they can be burned, pelletized or pressed into boards. But drying fine, flammable particles creates a hidden danger: friction builds up static electricity on ordinary conveyor belts, and a single spark in a dryer full of dust can cause a fire or explosion.
The antistatic mesh belt solves both problems at once. Interwoven bronze wires in the running direction permanently dissipate electrostatic charges — meeting ATEX standards — while the open mesh lets hot air flow straight through the material for fast, uniform drying. It is the belt used by leading global equipment manufacturers in standard low-temperature dryers.
Wet material is spread onto the running belt and carried through the dryer. Hot air is blown through the open mesh — up through the material bed — removing moisture evenly, while the bronze wires continuously earth away any static charge generated by the moving, rubbing particles.
Step 1 Material Feed Wet wood shavings, sawdust or biomass spread onto the moving belt. | Step 2 Hot-Air Drying Hot air passes through the open mesh for uniform drying of the material bed. | Step 3 Static Dissipation Bronze wires earth static charges continuously — no sparks, no ignition risk. | Step 4 Dry Material Discharge Dry material discharges at the correct moisture for combustion or pelletizing. |
01 ATEX Protection Permanent electrostatic protection meets ATEX standards for dusty atmospheres | 02 No Sparks, No Fires Eliminates static buildup and spark risk around flammable wood dust | 03 Uniform Airflow Open mesh design ensures even drying of shavings, sawdust and biomass | 04 Heat Resistant Operates effectively at temperatures up to 130°C without deformation |
Antistatic Properties Manufactured with polyester monofilament and conductive bronze wires that dissipate static charges — reducing the risk of static buildup, sparks and fires in wood and biomass processing. | High Heat Resistance Withstands the elevated temperatures of drying processes, ensuring consistent performance without deformation or degradation. |
Durable Material Made from high-quality polyester or a blend of polyester and conductive fibres — superior tensile strength and resistance to wear and tear. | Optimized Air Permeability The mesh design facilitates excellent airflow, ensuring uniform drying of wood shavings, sawdust and other biomass materials. |
Chemical Resistance Resistant to chemicals and resins commonly found in wood processing — preventing damage and extending the belt's lifespan. | Customizable Options Available in different mesh sizes, thicknesses and widths to suit various drying equipment and material requirements. |
Wood Shavings Dryers ● Uniform drying of wood shavings for particleboard manufacturing ● Static-free operation with flammable dust ● Low-temperature dryer compatibility | Sawdust Dryers ● Efficiently dries fine sawdust used as biofuel ● Preparation for pellet production ● Even airflow for consistent moisture levels |
Biomass Drying Systems ● Straw, agricultural waste and forestry residues ● Reducing moisture to optimal levels for combustion ● Digestates and organic materials | Pellet Manufacturing ● Preparing raw materials for pelletization ● Reducing moisture to the required level ● Consistent quality for fuel pellets |
PFM SCREEN manufactures its antistatic dryer mesh belt to operate effectively at temperatures up to 130°C, with interwoven bronze wires in the running direction providing permanent protection against electrostatic charges and meeting ATEX standards. The belt is easy to clean and is exclusively utilized by leading global equipment manufacturers in all standard low-temperature dryers.
● Polyester monofilament with conductive bronze wires ● Permanent antistatic protection — ATEX compliant ● Operating temperature up to 130°C ● Easy to clean process belt | ● Widths up to 8 meters ● Lengths up to 200 meters ● Used by leading global equipment manufacturers ● Standard in all low-temperature dryers |
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| Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Belt width | Tailored to fit different drying systems — up to 8 meters |
| Mesh density | Adjusted for optimal airflow and material retention |
| Temperature resistance | Customized for systems operating under extreme heat |
| Thickness | Various thicknesses to suit drying equipment requirements |
* General options. Our engineers confirm the exact specification for your dryer model, material and temperature.
Q1: Why do wood shavings and biomass dryers need antistatic belts? Fine, flammable particles generate static electricity through friction on ordinary belts. A single spark in a dust-filled dryer can cause a fire or explosion — the antistatic belt dissipates the charge permanently. |
Q2: How does the belt prevent sparks and fires? Conductive bronze wires are interwoven in the running direction, continuously earthing electrostatic charges and meeting ATEX standards for dusty atmospheres. |
Q3: What temperature can the belt handle? The antistatic dryer mesh belt operates effectively at temperatures up to 130°C, making it standard in low-temperature dryers. |
Q4: What sizes are available? PFM SCREEN supplies the belt in widths of up to 8 meters and lengths of up to 200 meters, tailored to your dryer. |
Q5: Which materials can it dry? Wood shavings, sawdust, straw, agricultural waste, forestry residues and digestates — for particleboard, biofuel, pellet production and combustion. |
Q6: Can the belt be customized? Yes. Belt width, mesh density (for airflow and material retention), thickness and temperature resistance can all be tailored to your drying system. |
Q7: How is the belt cleaned? The belt is easy to clean — a key reason it is used by leading global equipment manufacturers in standard low-temperature dryers. |
Q8: How do I get a quote? Send your dryer model, material type, belt width/length and drying temperature to polyestermesh@pfmscreen.com or WhatsApp +86 153 6967 9157 for a factory-direct quotation. |
Get a Custom Antistatic Dryer Belt Specification Within 24 Hours Share your dryer model, material type, belt width/length and drying temperature — PFM Screen will recommend the right antistatic mesh belt and send a factory-direct quotation. WhatsApp: +86 153 6967 9157 Email: polyestermesh@pfmscreen.com |
