POLYGON MACHINE
Bitumen Barrel Heaters and Drum Decanters
Polygonmachine PBD Series – Bitumen Barrel Heaters and Drum Decanters
Polygonmachine PBD Series Bitumen Barrel Heaters and Drum Decanters are engineered for rapid melting, safe handling, and continuous discharge of bitumen supplied in steel drums or poly drums.
Designed for asphalt plants, road construction companies, and bitumen storage facilities, these systems ensure efficient thermal melting, homogeneous heating, and uninterrupted bitumen flow into storage tanks or production lines.
Built with robust insulation, high-efficiency heating coils, and automated control technology, the PBD Series provides maximum energy efficiency and long operational life under demanding conditions.
Technical Specifications
| Model | Melting Capacity (tons/day) | Drum Loading | Heating Method | Bitumen Transfer | Power (kW) | Internal Temperature | Fuel Type |
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| PBD-4 | 4–6 | Manual / Hydraulic Lift | Thermal Oil / Direct Heating | Gear Pump | 12–15 | Up to 160°C | Diesel / LPG / NG |
| PBD-8 | 6–10 | Hydraulic Drum Trolley | Thermal Oil | Gear Pump (VFD) | 18–22 | Up to 160°C | Diesel / LPG / NG |
| PBD-12 | 8–14 | Hydraulic Drum Loader | Thermal Oil | High-Viscosity Pump | 22–30 | Up to 160°C | Diesel / LPG / NG |
| PBD-18 | 12–20 | Automated Drum Feeding | Thermal Oil / Dual Heating | Screw + Gear Pump | 30–40 | Up to 170°C | Multi-Fuel |
| PBD-25 | 18–25 | Full Automatic | Dual Thermal Oil System | High-Viscosity Pump + Recirculation | 40–55 | Up to 170°C | Multi-Fuel |
Key Features
1. High-Efficiency Thermal Oil Heating
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Uniform and indirect heating prevents bitumen degradation
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Thermal oil circuits ensure stable heat distribution
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Temperature accuracy of ±1°C
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Highly insulated heating chamber minimizes energy loss
2. Fast Drum Melting System
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Heated chamber melts bitumen inside steel drums rapidly
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Internal heating coils maintain uniform melting
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Bottom opening grid separates drum residue from molten bitumen
Designed for continuous feed at high capacities.
3. Automatic Bitumen Transfer
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High-viscosity bitumen transfer pumps
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Optional screw feeder system for enhanced discharge
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Recirculation loop maintains bitumen homogeneity
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VFD-controlled pump for flow regulation
4. Drum Handling and Loading Options
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Manual loading platform (small models)
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Hydraulic drum tilting system
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Automated drum feeding conveyor (large models)
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Safe, labor-saving operation with fall-prevention features
5. Clean and Safe Operation
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Closed heating chamber eliminates emissions
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No direct flame contact with bitumen
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Safety temperature sensors
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Overpressure and overflow protection
6. Compatibility with All Bitumen Types
Suitable for:
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50/70 – 60/70 – 70/100 penetration bitumen
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Polymer Modified Bitumen (PMB)
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Modified emulsions and high-viscosity binders
7. Easy Maintenance and Long Lifespan
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Replaceable heating coils
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Reinforced chamber lining
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Anti-corrosion paint systems
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Large access doors for internal inspection
Performance
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Melting Efficiency: 95%+ extraction from drums
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Melting Speed: 6–25 tons/day depending on model
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Energy Efficiency: Up to 20% lower fuel consumption
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Operational Mode: Continuous or batch
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Temperature Stability: ±1°C
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Noise Level: <70 dB(A)
Applications
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Asphalt batch and drum mix plants
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Bitumen storage terminals
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Road construction and maintenance units
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PMB and emulsion production facilities
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Remote-site asphalt production camps
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