HTI is involved in the development of a new generation of thermal equipment for consumer and commercial/industrial applications.  The design is based on core HTI technology and products based on its own patented ultrasonic heat and mass transfer technology. HTI has 6 US Patents, 4 EU Patents and IP is pending worldwide. We have commissioned over 200 dryers and/or acoustic dryer heads worldwide for a wide range of applications.
Our Timeline
1996 - 1997
1998 - 2001
2002 - 2008
The company developed the High Efficiency Pulse Heat Exchanger and Dryer that was based on pulse combustion technology. This technology can be used for a variety of applications, such as water heating, conveyor drying, etc. In April 2001, a US Patent was issued for this technology. Later, a trade name Spectra HE™ Pulse was given to this system.
HTI developed an acoustic energy technology to help removes deposit from industrial and utility boilers. In February 2003, HTI was granted a US Patent was issued for this technology. Later, the trade name Spectra HE™ IDRS (Impulse Deposit Removal System) was given to this system of deposit removal.
In 2007-2008, based on the results of the research and development work as well as the analysis of the previous projects, HTI developed a new heat and mass transfer system that uses acoustic oscillations, but runs on electricity. As a result the Spectra HE™ Ultra Drying System was developed. HTI applied for a patent on this technology.
2009 - 2012
2013-2019
2020 - Now
HTI introduces the new Spectra HE Ultra ultrasonic acoustic technology to paper making, coating, converting, and printing industries. The company participated at international events including AIMCAL and DRUPA. Technical articles about HTI Spectra HE Ultra were published in Converting Quarterly (US), Flexo & Gravure International (Germany), and Coating (Switzerland) magazines. Participation in international conferences and initial successes at home increased interest from various industries in the EU.
Starting in 2013, HTI expanded the range of applications for our Spectra HE™ Ultra heat and mass transfer technology. We work with various segments of the packaging industry, pharmaceutical industry, consumer products, automotive industry, non-woven webs, paper manufacturing, food industry, and more. For more information, also visit our Industries Served page.
Despite the pandemic challenges we all face now, HTI continues to attract new clients to our Spectra HE™ Ultra technology for various heat and mass transfer applications. They include production of specialty papers, sustainable packaging products, automotive industry items, adhesive products, dehydration of food products and building materials. After you have had a chance to review our Spectra HE™ Ultra technology, visit the Solution Finder page.

Our Company Timeline (2009-2012)

Further commercialization works expanded the utilization of Spectra HE™ Ultra Technology brought this technology to the acceptance by the crosscut of industries, such as production of paper, production flexible, semi-rigid packag ing materials, production of tapes and so on.

Commercialization of Spectra HE™ Ultra Begins 

In 2011, HTI actively promoted the new Spectra HE™ Ultra via trade conferences and technical presentations. Here are  some highlights throughout the years. Here are some highlights throughout the years. 

2011  

AIMCAL Web Coating Conference in Reno, Nevada 

At the AIMCAL Web Coating Conference in Reno, Nevada Gene Plavnik delivered a presentation on HTI’s Acoustic Technology. HTI, the pro vider of the Spectra HE™ technology for the converting industry, will discuss the science of acoustic energy, methods of application, and  provide case studies of the technology in industrial practice. The presentation will focus on the use of Spectra for drying applications in  narrow to wide web configurations. Attendees will gain an understanding of how Spectra Ultra HE delivers dramatically higher throughput  rates with less energy than alternate drying technologies. 

Flexo Gravure Int’l magazine – Drying at the Speed of Sound Dec 2011  

An article presenting HTI’s technology was recently published in a German publication – Flexo Gravure Int’l magazine – Drying at the Speed  of Sound. This has been a year of growth for HTI. We have put forth significant efforts to reach out to customers using seminars, magazine  articles, open house and trade shows. HTI enters EU Market. 

Society of Plastic Engineers 2011 

Bernard Markel presented HTI’s Technology at the Society of Plastic Engineers 2011 International Polyolefins/FlexPack Conference in Hou ston, Texas. This conference has been in existance for 35 years. The presentation highlighted the application of the technology within the  plastics industry… 

2012 

AWA Global Release Liner Industry Conference & Exhibition February 2012 Amsterdam, The Netherlands 

Gene Plavnik presented HTI’s technology at these two conferences. Both venues provided, through expert presentations, panel discussions,  and AWA exclusive market data, a complete overview of the current market environment, growth prospects and industry developments. 

Heat Technologies Inc, at Drupa 2012 

Heat Technologies, in conjunction with one of its European representatives can be found in Hall 5 Booth 5C44 at Drupa. Gene Plavnik and  Tom Garlin are available to discuss the capabilities of the HTI’s Spectra Ultra Drying System for drying, heating, cooling and curing applica tions. 

Acoustic Drying without Heating Substrate 

Thermal image video showing the ability of the Spectra HE acoustic system to dry a heavy water based adhesive without imparting heat  into the substrate. Unlike conventional solutions relying primarily on heated air, HTI’s acoustic mass transfer system is ideal for processing  of temperature sensitive products. Watch the video on Youtube. (Need link) -the YouTube Video 

Early Commercial Installations of Spectra HE Ultra 2012  

Spectra HE Ultra heat and mass transfer system for one of the largest food products company 

HTI has recently received an order for a 44″ (1.12 m) wide Spectra HE Ultra heat and mass transfer system to improve the operation of one  of the world largest food product company. It is expected that this custom designed system will allow product throughput to be increased  by 30%. 

Jun 2012 62” wide dryer for a major US based packaging company 

HTI recently received an order from a major US based packaging company for a 62” wide dryer. The unit is designed to increase line speed  of the operation by 30%. It will have thermal capacity (installed) 115 kW and will replace a 250 kW infrared dryer….

Our Company Timeline (2013-2019)

Highlights of Early Commercial Installations of Spectra HE Ultra

2013—2015 

Spectra HE Ultra drying system as a complete replacement 

A US based specialty food packaging company has installed and put into operation a Spectra HE Ultra drying system as a complete replacement of its existing system. The HTI drying system measured 45″ wide and 4 ft web long. The total installed power of the HTI system was 120  kW. As a result of the installation, two 100 kW IR blocks and a 2 million BTU/hr (586 kW installed power) convective, natural gas-powered dryer totaling 50 ft in length was turned off and removed. Customer freed up approximately 500 ft2 of floor space and increased production throughput by 30%. The quality of the finished product improved as well. 

Booster station for a wide web rotogravure press 

HTI has completed installation and commissioning of a booster station for a wide web rotogravure press. The unit will increase throughput  of a cold seal and water-based pressure sensitive adhesive application. Complete startup and optimization of the process took six hours. As a result, the customer has awarded HTI another contract for a similar application. 

Drying systems for a US based OEM of paper converting machinery 

HTI has been awarded a contract on the delivery of six complete drying systems for a US based OEM of paper converting machinery. The award was based on successful customer paid trials at HTI’s facility in Atlanta. 

HTI’s Spectra HE™ Ultra Designed into Major OEM Printing Press 

HTI and the patented Spectra Ultra HE technology have been selected for inclusion in a new wide web printing press under construction by a European OEM supplier. The unit will be operational in the first quarter of 2016 with a US based converter. Dr. Jason Lye, CTO of HTI, remarks, “we see this as a significant milestone for the technology and the evolution of the company. The system has been recognized by both a tier 1 OEM and a globally active packaging converter for delivering throughput capacity enhancements not found in any other solution on the market today.” 

2016 – HTI’s Spectra HE™ Ultra Designed into Major OEM Printing Press 

HTI and the patented Spectra Ultra HE technology have been selected for inclusion in a new wide web printing press under construction by a European OEM supplier. The unit became operational in 2016 with a US based converter. The system has been recognized by both a tier  1 OEM and a globally active packaging converter for delivering throughput capacity enhancements not found in any other solution on the  market today.” HTI sees this as a significant milestone for the technology and the evolution of the company.  

2016-2017  

HTI’s Spectra HE™ Ultra Designed into Major OEM Printing Press 

HTI and the patented Spectra Ultra HE technology have been selected for inclusion in a new wide web printing press under construction by a European OEM supplier. The unit became operational in 2016 with a US based converter. The system has been recognized by both a tier  1 OEM and a globally active packaging converter for delivering throughput capacity enhancements not found in any other solution on the  market today.” HTI sees this as a significant milestone for the technology and the evolution of the company.  

EU installation on the coating line of the producer of coated products on non-wovens 

2018 

Several installations of complete drying systems (core technology) for the production of 3D products 

2019-2020 

Installation of drying system in the pharmaceutical industry