British engineering and Ukrainian fuel: the case of the integration of a PERRY dryer with a Greco Group heat generator
Mriya Agricultural Production Company Ltd.
Ukraine, Kharkiv Oblast.
British engineering and Ukrainian fuel: a case study of the integration of a PERRY dryer with a Greco Group heat generator
https://perry.in.ua/case-studies-new/mriya-s217
When an agricultural enterprise decides to build its own grain drying facility, the first issue the owner faces is the choice of energy source. In an unstable market, switching to biofuels (pellets, wood chips) is a logical step towards reducing production costs. However, this presents a technical challenge: how can a high-tech British dryer be combined with a solid-fuel heat source without compromising on automation and safety?
The case study of APO ‘Mriya’ LLC demonstrates how a PERRY vertical grain dryer with a capacity of 27 tonnes per hour became the cornerstone of an energy-efficient complex thanks to a customised modification for a Greco Group heat generator.
Design flexibility: PERRY can be adapted to the customer’s specifications
Most manufacturers offer standard equipment that is difficult to integrate with solutions from other brands. For the ‘Mriya’ project, engineers at PERRY (UK) made significant changes to the design as early as the manufacturing stage:
- Reinforced connection interface: The housing features a special flange for a seamless connection to the heat generator.
- Emergency heat dissipation system: Solid-fuel boilers have high thermal inertia — they cannot be shut down instantly. For this reason, an additional air intake with automatic dampers is fitted to the combustion chamber.
- Instant shut-off relay: If the dryer stops, the automatic system opens the dampers to allow cold air to flow in, which instantly stabilises the temperature and protects the grain from overheating.
Why was GRECO Group equipment chosen?
The choice of a partner for heat generation was a pragmatic one. The GRECO Group is a highly specialised company that manufactures standardised automatic heat generators specifically for the agricultural sector. By using pellets or wood chips, the farm can drastically reduce costs per percentage point of moisture content.
The combination of PERRY’s British engineering and Ukrainian biomass combustion technology has resulted in a solution that combines energy efficiency, high performance and a reliable safety system.
Expert assessment and feedback from a PERRY representative
‘As the UK’s most experienced manufacturer, it is important to us that our partners’ equipment meets our reliability standards. Our experience of working with the GRECO group has shown that their systems integrate seamlessly into PERRY’s digital ecosystem. We value the professionalism of our Ukrainian colleagues in the areas of service and process automation.’
Economics and ROI: a long-term perspective
Buying a PERRY grain dryer is an investment in an asset that will serve you for decades. When combined with a solid-fuel unit, the customer receives:
- Energy self-sufficiency: The ability to utilise one's own processing waste.
- Product quality: The PERRY shaft design ensures gentle drying without causing thermal stress to the grain.
- Minimal maintenance: The use of industrial-grade galvanised steel and reliable automation keeps downtime to a minimum.
Conclusion
The construction of a turnkey grain drying complex is not simply a matter of purchasing equipment, but of creating a well-balanced engineering system. The case study of APO Mriya LLC demonstrates that when a British manufacturer is prepared to adapt its equipment to local fuel sources and a partner provides a stable energy supply, the farmer gains full control over their profits.
At PERRY Ukraine, we support projects at every stage: from site analysis to the launch of the automation system. British reliability means peace of mind throughout the season.
