15-Ton Batch Paddy Dryer Project in Ghana

Co-Grain supplied a 15-ton-per-batch paddy drying system for a rice-processing customer in Ghana. The batch configuration provides controlled drying for freshly harvested paddy and flexible operation as intake volumes and moisture conditions change.

Ghana ProjectPaddy DryingBatch DryerRice Processing

GhanaProject location

PaddyStored / processed grain

15 tonsNominal batch capacity

BatchDrying configuration

Project Overview

Project location	Ghana
Application	Paddy / rice drying
Dryer capacity	15 tons per batch
Core equipment	Batch paddy dryer
Downstream use	Storage or rice milling
Project type	Grain drying project

Why the Customer Needed Mechanical Paddy Drying

Freshly harvested paddy normally contains more moisture than is suitable for stable storage or efficient milling. Open-air sun drying can be affected by rain, humidity, available space and labor, and may produce uneven moisture.

Project requirements

Process approximately 15 tons per batch
Control temperature and airflow
Improve drying consistency

Operating needs

Handle changing daily intake
Prepare paddy for storage or milling
Remain practical to inspect and maintain

Co-Grain’s Project Solution

The system was configured around a 15-ton batch paddy dryer and the customer’s grain-handling sequence. Wet paddy enters the dryer, circulates through the drying chamber and repeatedly contacts controlled heated air.

Drying settings can be adjusted according to incoming paddy condition, required final moisture, grain variety and the actual operating environment. Moisture is reduced progressively instead of relying on excessive heat or overly rapid drying.

Wet PaddyFeedingBatch DryingMoisture CheckingDischargeStorage / Rice Milling

How the Batch Drying Process Works

1Controlled feedingTransfer wet paddy into the dryer according to the confirmed batch capacity.

2CirculationMove paddy through the drying chamber while heated air passes through the grain layer.

3Moisture checkingAdjust operating parameters according to grain condition and target moisture.

4Controlled dischargeTransfer dried paddy to temporary storage, a silo or the rice-milling line.

Why a Batch Dryer Fits This Project

A batch dryer is well suited to rice-processing projects where wet paddy arrives in changing quantities or with different moisture levels. Production can be organized batch by batch without requiring a large continuous drying line to operate at a constant feed rate.

Capacity flexibilityHandle the confirmed 15-ton batch quantity.

Process controlAdjust settings for incoming grain conditions.

Quality focusBalance temperature, uniformity and drying rate.

System integrationConnect with storage or downstream milling.

Drying Quality Considerations

Paddy should not be dried by temperature alone. Excessive heat or rapid moisture removal may increase grain stress and affect later milling performance.

Required drying capacity
Moisture uniformity within the batch
Appropriate grain temperature
Practical energy use
Stable preparation for storage or milling

Integration with a Complete Rice-Processing Line

Paddy ReceivingPre-CleaningWet Paddy BufferingDryingDried Paddy StorageRice Milling

Depending on the project scope, the complete solution may also include cleaners, Bucket Elevators, conveyors, buffer silos, storage silos, heating equipment and electrical control. Coordinating these sections helps maintain stable grain flow and reduce unnecessary transfer points.

Installation and Project Support

The equipment was supplied for installation in Ghana according to the approved layout and local site conditions. Planning considered the dryer position, feeding and discharge interfaces, grain flow, operating access and maintenance space.

Co-Grain can support equipment selection, process planning, layout coordination, installation guidance, commissioning guidance and operator training according to the confirmed project scope.

Project Value

Controlled mechanical drying

Reduces dependence on suitable outdoor drying weather and provides better control of temperature and airflow.

Future integration

Creates a foundation for additional receiving, cleaning, conveying, storage or rice-milling equipment.

Planning a Paddy Drying Project

Paddy typeGrain variety and incoming condition.

MoistureInitial and target moisture.

CapacityRequired batch or daily throughput.

ClimateLocal temperature, humidity and site conditions.

Heat sourceFuel supply and thermal configuration.

Upstream systemCleaning and conveying requirements.

Downstream systemStorage and rice-mill capacity.

ExpansionSpace, power and future equipment plans.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capacity of the Ghana paddy dryer?

The confirmed dryer capacity is 15 tons of paddy per batch. Actual daily throughput depends on moisture, drying conditions, operating schedule and process configuration.

Can the dryer handle different paddy moisture levels?

Yes. Batch operation allows drying parameters to be adjusted for different incoming conditions.

Can this dryer connect to storage or a rice mill?

Yes. The discharge section can connect with conveyors, temporary storage, grain silos or a rice-milling line according to the site layout.

What information is needed for equipment selection?

Provide grain type, initial and target moisture, capacity, heat source, climate, operating hours, site layout, power supply and downstream process.

Project Summary

15-Ton Batch DryerControlled Paddy DryingStorageRice Milling

This Ghana project provides a practical mechanical drying solution for harvested paddy. Co-Grain coordinates dryer capacity, moisture conditions, heat source, conveying, storage and downstream rice processing as one complete system.

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