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Lufttorkninglintork is a term used in some industrial contexts to describe a drying process in which lint or fibrous material is dried by circulating air. The concept combines lufttorkning (air drying) with lint, and in practice refers to convective drying of loose lint or residual fibers using controlled airflow, typically in an enclosed chamber, belt dryer, or drum system.

In typical operation, moisture is removed by passing heated or ambient air through the lint. The drying medium can be circulated or supplied in a one-pass flow, with humidity and temperature monitored by sensors. The material may move through the system on a belt, drum, or other conveying mechanism to ensure even exposure. Pre-drying or post-drying stages are common to optimize moisture removal and handling characteristics. Filters and dust collection are important to manage lint buildup and to maintain air quality.

Applications of lufttorkninglintork appear in textile processing, paper recycling, and industrial settings where loose lint or short fibers are generated and must be dried before further handling or disposal. The method is often valued for energy efficiency and gentleness on fibers, especially when compared with high-temperature direct drying. It can also reduce clumping and improve downstream processing.

Limitations include slower drying rates compared with some direct-heat methods and the need for careful dust control to prevent fire or explosion hazards associated with lint in air streams. The terminology is not widely standardized, and the concept may be described in literature under broader convective drying or air-through drying categories. See also convective drying and textile processing.