A.I.S. Bulk Material Conditioning & Dehumidifier Systems are engineered to control humidity, stabilize material flow, and protect product quality throughout bulk solids handling and storage. By managing moisture at the source, AIS systems prevent caking, clumping, bridging, corrosion, and inconsistent downstream processing.
These systems are essential in food & beverage, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, chemical, plastics, battery materials, and mineral processing industries—especially where hygroscopic or moisture-sensitive materials are involved.
Why Bulk Material Conditioning Matters
Moisture doesn’t announce itself. It quietly changes flow properties, increases downtime, and ruins consistency.
AIS conditioning systems are designed to:
• Prevent material caking and agglomeration
• Improve flowability and discharge reliability
• Protect powders during storage and transfer
• Stabilize batch-to-batch consistency
• Reduce downtime caused by bridging or plugging
• Extend equipment life by reducing corrosion
If material sticks, floods, clumps, or suddenly refuses to flow—humidity is often the root cause.
Bulk Material Conditioning Systems
AIS bulk material conditioning solutions treat air and material environments to maintain optimal handling conditions.
System capabilities include:
• Controlled dry air injection into bins, silos, or hoppers
• Conditioning of conveying air for pneumatic systems
• Environmental control for bag dump stations and loaders
• Hopper and discharge zone conditioning
• Prevention of condensation during temperature swings
These systems are engineered around material properties such as hygroscopicity, particle size, bulk density, and sensitivity to temperature and humidity.
Industrial Dehumidifiers for Bulk Solids
AIS supplies and integrates industrial-grade dehumidifiers designed specifically for bulk material handling environments.
Available technologies include:
• Desiccant-based dehumidification systems
• Process air dryers for continuous operation
• Low-dew-point air systems for sensitive powders
• Centralized or localized dehumidification designs
Dehumidifiers can be dedicated to a single vessel or used to condition entire process zones, depending on application needs.
Integration with Bulk Handling Equipment
AIS conditioning and dehumidification systems integrate seamlessly with:
• Storage bins and silos
• Bulk bag unloaders and loaders
• Bag dump stations
• Pneumatic conveying systems
• Feed hoppers and dosing systems
This ensures moisture control is applied exactly where it matters most—at the point of storage, discharge, or transfer.
Typical Materials Benefiting from Conditioning
AIS bulk material conditioning systems are commonly used for:
Food powders (sugar, flour, starches, proteins)
Nutraceutical ingredients
Pharmaceutical powders and APIs
Hygroscopic chemicals
Battery and energy materials
Plastics resins and additives
Pigments, minerals, and fillers
If the material absorbs moisture from the air, conditioning is not optional—it’s preventive maintenance for the process.
ATEX & NFPA Compliance for Hazardous Areas
For combustible dusts and classified environments, AIS conditioning and dehumidification systems can be designed in accordance with:
• ATEX Zones 20, 21, and 22
• NFPA standards including NFPA 652, 654, 61, 68, and 69
Available safety features include:
• Explosion-proof fans and motors
• Grounding and bonding provisions
• Anti-static ducting and components
• Dust-tight system construction
• Compatibility with explosion protection systems
These designs allow moisture control without introducing new ignition risks.
Materials of Construction & Industrial Design
AIS systems are engineered for durability and compatibility:
• Carbon steel or stainless-steel housings
• Corrosion-resistant components
• Industrial-rated ducting and seals
• Continuous-duty designs for 24/7 operation
Systems are sized and engineered for the actual airflow, humidity load, and operating environment—not generic room conditioning.
Why AIS?
AIS approaches moisture control as a material behavior problem, not just an HVAC task. By integrating conditioning and dehumidification directly into bulk handling systems, AIS ensures material flows consistently, equipment performs reliably, and processes stay predictable.
When humidity is controlled, everything downstream gets easier.