Atlas Copco has launched a new range of portable desiccant air dryers. The new line-up includes three twin tower models (CDR 850, CDR 1200, CDR 1700) and three units with 'Cerades' technology (CDR+ 980, CDR+ 1350, CDR+ 1700) – each designed to provide a consistent flow of moisture-free compressed air in a wide range of mobile applications.
This latest equipment follows the company's commitment to offering a complete, integrated portable air solution, combining high-efficiency air dryers with its portfolio of portable compressors, nitrogen generators and high-pressure boosters.
“Customers working in harsh, outdoor environments need solutions that are reliable, robust, and easy to use,” explained Product Marketing Manager Jan Nijs.“With the new CDR and CDR+ dryers, we’ve delivered exactly that – a purpose-built air treatment range that completes the mobile air chain, offering clean and dry air on the go.”
Designed with durability and simplicity in mind, the CDR and CDR+ dryers are ideal for rental applications such as pipeline drying, offshore operations, exploration drilling, shipyard sandblasting and construction sites.
All models deliver a stable dew point of -40°C/-40°F, ensuring optimal air quality that protects downstream equipment from corrosion, freezing and contamination. The dryers themselves operate within a pressure range of 7 to 16 bar (100 to 232 psi) and provide a free air delivery of 24–48 m³/min (850–1700 cfm).
The CDR range uses an activated alumina desiccant, offering dependable moisture removal. Thanks to its pneumatic control system, no external power is required, making the CDR a perfect match for temporary job sites, rental fleets and remote operations where electricity supply is limited or unreliable.
Meanwhile, the CDR+ series is equipped with 'Cerades', Atlas Copco’s proprietary solid ceramic desiccant technology. Cerades significantly reduces pressure drop, boosts energy efficiency and extends service intervals, resulting in lower operating costs over the dryer’s lifetime. It comes equipped with a WSD water separator, a UD+ integrated inlet pressure filter, and purge flow control.
All models are housed in a robust, corrosion-resistant frame, designed to withstand extreme temperatures from -25°C to 50°C (-10°F to 122°F). The rugged build offers protection against dust, humidity, and mechanical shock; ensuring consistent uptime, even in the most challenging conditions.
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