A dryer is the most important purchase a Groomer will make for their business. There are 3 different types of dryer available, Blasters, Finishing Dryers and Combination machines.
Blasters are also known as High-Velocity dryers. These actually can be used to carry out a number of different tasks during your groom. Initially, and most importantly, they will use a high-velocity jet of air to shoot water from the coat, this will obviously help cut down the drying time. Blasters can also be used to aid with de-shedding, and can also help straighten the hair on some coat types. These dryers can also aid with de-matting and the removal of undercoat.
Single Motor Blasters
These are blasters with one motor, this results in a lower air velocity and traditionally the blasters are quieter. For this reason, we generally recommend a single motor blaster as a backup machine in busy salons but they are also ideal for use on nervous dogs and puppies to get them used to being dried with a blaster. Examples of these dryers are as follows:
Groom Professional Blo i200
- Excellent value for money
- Variable speed motor
- 2 heat settings
- Very Light
- Ideal for mobile groomers
Metro Blaster
- Sturdy Steel Construction
- 1 Speed setting
- Variable version available
Chris Chrisensen Kool Dry
- Very Quiet
- Variable speed controls
- Low electrical draw and very efficient
- Available in different colours
Dual Motor Blasters
These blasters have 2 motors, this generally results in a higher air velocity. These are fantastic primary blasters for any salon and due to increased power will decrease your drying time drastically. Examples of these dryers are as follows:
Groom Professional Blo i400
- Variable speed switch
- Includes a high density anion generator to condition the coat
- Incorporates ionic technology which will increase shine and protect hair
- Special air inlets reduce noise levels
Double K Airmax Blaster
- Flow through motor fan technology warms air as it cools the motors.
- Robust, noise deadening case
- Dual Air filtration protects motors and salon air quality
Metro Master Blaster
- Helps with the removal of dead hair and undercoat
- Tough Steel casing
- Incorporates wheels for easy manoeuvrability
- Excellent value for money
- Can be wall mounted
Megablast 2
- 3 Motor speeds
- This dryer is ideal for removing undercoat from larger breeds
- Incredibly powerful
- Can be wall mounted