Drum dryers present the risk of fires and explosions due to combustible dust, as well as conditions that can lead to the generation and accumulation of combustible gas.

WPAC in collaboration with the BC Forest Safety Council  established a Drum Dryer Working Group to examine trends, identify opportunities for improvement, and formulate recommendations.

The Working Group developed recommendations to share with the industry. The result is the 2026 report: Safer Operation of Rotary Drum Dryer.

The report will be discussed at the 2026 Wood Pellet and Bioenergy Safety Summit in June in Prince George and a webinar will be conducted after for those that can’t attend the summit.

Read the 2026 report: Safer Operation of Rotary Drum Dryer

Use the practitioner’s guide: Seven Habits for Fire Prevention in Rotary Drum Dyers

Read the 2026 article: Rotary Drum Dryer Safety: Habits That Prevent Fires Before They Start

Watch the 2024 Symposium that started the process: Drum Dryer Symposium