Air Flotation

Excellent non-contact web handling

We understand the importance of being able to transport the web in a stable and uniform way.

Find out why below.

Air Flotation Ovens and Dryers
Air Flotation Ovens and Dryers
Air Flotation Dryer
Air Flotation Nozzles Diagram

Excellent web stability and control

Spooner’s understanding and knowledge of forced convection technology is why we are regarded as market leaders in air flotation drying.  Through design and development of our nozzle systems, our dryers are suitable for a wide range of substrates and processes.

Our nozzles systems offer complete non-contact operation with excellent web stability, uniform and high heat transfer. Whether lightweight paper or heavy packaging board our dryers are designed to successfully handle any process application.

Products and Processes

Our dryers are used for many applications, here are just some of the products we work with.

What other products can a Spooner Flotation dryer be used for?

We continually develop our features to ensure they provide the best results – here are some of those features…….. 

Industrial Web Coolers

Designed For You

We design all our dryers to our customers’ exact requirements. Whether installing equipment at a new plant or into an existing line we know how to make any space work.

With over 80 years experience we are experts in designing, manufacturing, installing and commissioning all over the world.

We work with you to ensure we understand your processes and substrates so that we can provide the best tailored solutions.

Typical Technical Specifications

All our Flotation dryers and ovens are highly configurable to your specific needs.

Feature
Typical Specifications
Width Range
+10m (no limitations)
Length Range
+50m continuous tunnels available (for off machine coaters)
Heat Source
Gas, Steam, Electric, Thermal Oil, Recovered Energy
Air Temperature Range
+450°C
Evaporation Rate (HPC™)
+200kg/m²/hr with pre-heated web

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