Characterization of the potential users of microwave-vacuum grain dryers

Technical Report · Fri Sep 24 04:00:00 EDT 1976

OSTI ID:7138161

Basic information is presented regarding the potential users of the microwave grain dryers. This information will be used to characterize the investment decision process in the grain industry and to estimate the rate of implementation of such dryers associated with various financial incentive programs, the cost of these programs to the government, and the resulting energy savings. Corn was selected to represent all grain, because it accounts for the largest portion of grain dried in the United States. The identification and characterization of potential users in a commercial setting are emphasized.

• Research Organization: Peat, Marwick, Mitchell and Co., Washington, D.C. (USA)
• OSTI ID: 7138161
• Report Number(s): TID-27171
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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32 ENERGY CONSERVATION, CONSUMPTION, AND UTILIZATION
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CEREALS
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DRYERS
DRYING
ECONOMICS
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