What is a multi-functional feed pelletizer?

The multi-functional feed pelletizer is a feed processing equipment integrating multiple functions. It is mainly used to transform powdered, granular or clastic feed raw materials (such as grains, soybean meal, fish meal, additives, etc.) into uniform and dense granular feed through physical compression and molding processes. Its "multi-functional" feature is reflected in the following aspects:

Core function: Feed pelletizing

Wide adaptability of raw materials: It can process various powdered or small granular raw materials and is suitable for feed formulas with different breeding needs of livestock, poultry, aquatic products, pets, etc.

High-temperature conditioning and molding: Soften the raw materials through steam conditioning (supported by some models), and then extrude them into pellets through molds to improve the palatability, digestibility and storage stability of the feed.

Adjustable particle specifications: By changing molds or adjusting parameters, particles of different diameters and lengths can be produced (such as floating particles for aquaculture, hard particles for livestock and poultry, etc.).

Multi-functional expansion

Mixing function: Some high-end models are integrated with a mixing device that can pre-mix the raw materials before granulation to ensure the uniformity of the formula.

Cooling and classification: The matching cooler reduces the temperature of the particles to prevent mold. The classification screen removes fine powder to improve the quality of the finished product.

Automation control: Equipped with a PLC or touch screen control system, it enables precise adjustment of parameters such as temperature, pressure, and rotational speed to meet the requirements of different raw materials and processes.

Multi-functional mold: Supports quick mold replacement and switching to produce different specifications or types of feed (such as crushed feed, expanded feed, etc.).

Application scenarios

Livestock and poultry breeding: Producing complete pellet feed for pigs, chickens, cattle and other animals.

Aquaculture: Producing floating or sinking fish feed to meet the feeding habits of aquatic organisms.

Pet food: Produce high-nutrition and long-lasting pet pellet food.

Industrial feed: Specialized feed for special animals such as minks and foxes.

Advantages and characteristics

Improve feed utilization rate: Granulation reduces waste and promotes animal feeding and digestion and absorption.

Extend the shelf life: Reduce moisture content and inhibit the reproduction of microorganisms.

Reduce dust pollution: Improve the breeding environment and ensure the health of workers.

Energy-saving and highly efficient: Some models adopt variable frequency motors or heat recovery technology to reduce energy consumption.

Common types

Ring die pelletizer: Suitable for high-output, hard pellet production (such as livestock and poultry feed).

Flat die granulator: Suitable for small batches of low-hardness granules (such as aquatic products or experimental materials).

Extrusion granulator: It granulates the raw materials after they expand through high temperature and high pressure, and is often used for floating aquatic materials.

Summary

The multi-functional feed pelletizer, by integrating pelletizing, mixing, cooling and other processes and combining with modular design, can flexibly adapt to different breeding needs and is one of the core equipment in modern feed mills and breeding enterprises. Its technological development tends towards intelligence, energy conservation and high precision to further enhance production efficiency and product quality.