Animal Feed Processing Solutions

ngineered, end-to-end animal feed processing solutions for feed mills, integrators, and nutrition brands. From cleaning to pelleting, cooling, coating, bagging, and automation, we help you boost throughput, hygiene, and consistency while lowering cost per ton.

Animal feed mill equipment End-to-End Solutions for Plants

Animal feed mill equipment for end-to-end processing: cleaning, grinding, mixing, conditioning, pelleting, cooling/drying and packaging. Boost throughput, pellet quality and uptime—request specs.

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Overview

Summary

  • We design and deliver complete animal feed plants and retrofits covering every step from raw-material intake to finished feed and digital optimization. Lines scale from pilot to 30+ TPH, with hygienic layouts, validated thermal steps, and smart controls for OEE and traceability.
  • This solution page outlines typical process chains, applicable materials, core features, customer benefits, and configurable equipment packages for ruminant, poultry, swine, aqua, and pet food. It also details optional modules—premix, crumbling, coating, micro-dosing—and our automation/MES approach for real-time control and reporting.

Applications & Materials

  • Applications

Compound feed (mash/pellets/crumbles) for ruminant, poultry, swine

Aqua feed (floating/sinking/micro-pellets), pet food, premix & concentrates

By-product valorization (hull/meal pelleting), on-farm or integrator milling

  • Materials

Corn, wheat, barley, sorghum, soy/meal, oilseed hulls and meals, oats, rice bran, pulses, minerals/vitamins, functional liquids (fats, enzymes, palatants).

Model

  • Compact Lines: 1–2 TPH plug-and-play modules for small mills or ranch integration
  • Standard Feed Mill Lines: 5–15 TPH with full hygienization and crumbling options
  • High-Capacity Lines: 20–30+ TPH with multi-line redundancy, bulk loading, MES


key features

  • End-to-end process with validated thermal steps
  • Hygienic, dust-tight layout; fast changeovers; easy cleaning
  • Modular lines from 1–30+ TPH; scalable and retrofit-friendly
  • Automation-ready (batching, traceability, OEE dashboards)
  • Energy-aware design to reduce kWh/ton and rework

The BellaEx process

Efficient in every step of production

Raw Material Intake

Defines truck/rail receiving with sampling and moisture/quality checks. Correct intake prevents off-spec lots entering the silos. Integrated scalpers and aspiration reduce dust from the start.

Conveying, Storage & Dedusting

  • Gentle conveyors (bucket/chain/screw) minimize breakage and cross-contamination. Silos and bins are sized for campaign runs and FIFO. Central dust collection maintains hygiene and reduces explosion risk.

Sieving & Foreign-Body Control

  • Vibratory sieves and magnets remove fines, strings, and ferrous debris. This protects hammermills, conditioners, and die surfaces. Cleaner streams yield more stable pellets and fewer stoppages.

Weighing & Dosing (Macro/Micro)

  • Accurate scales and feeders ensure formulation compliance per batch. Micro-dosing frames handle vitamins, enzymes, and additives with tight tolerances. Proper dosing reduces rework and nutrient variability.

Grinding

Hammermills/roller mills achieve target PSD for PDI and digestibility. Auto-screens and load control balance capacity and kWh/ton. Consistent PSD improves conditioner efficiency and pellet strength.

Mixing

  • Mixing High-shear paddle or ribbon mixers reach rapid CV targets. Liquid addition manifolds dose oils, enzymes, or binders evenly. Homogeneous mixes prevent hot spots and segregation
  • Conditioning & Hygienization

  • Conditioning & Hygienization Steam and time-temperature control transform starch and lower pathogens. Retentioners stabilize moisture and temperature for the die. Validated conditions support HACCP/GMP+ audit trails.
  • Pelleting

  • Pelleting Die and roll selection matches species and formula needs. Controlled compression and die-speed deliver targeted throughput and durability. Quick-change dies shorten SKU transitions.
  • cooling

  • Cooling Counterflow or horizontal coolers remove heat and moisture uniformly. Proper Cooling prevents condensation and cracking in bins.
  • Stable pellets improve handling and shelf life.
  • Screening

  • Screening Post-pellet screens separate fines and overs. Recycle streams are metered to avoid die overload. Cleaner product raises perceived quality and reduces dust at customer sites.
  • Coating & Post-Pelleting Application

  • Coating & Post-Pelleting Application Spray or vacuum coaters add fats, palatants, or functional liquids uniformly. Precise dosing protects energy and palatability targets. Sequencing prevents contamination across recipes.
  • Bagging & Bulk Dispatch

  • Bagging & Bulk Dispatch + Digital Optimization Bagging lines (10–50 kg) and bulk systems load trucks efficiently. MES/SCADA dashboards track OEE, energy per ton, and losses in real time. Data closes the loop for continuous improvement and audit readiness.
  • advantages

    your success is our success.

    Lower cost per ton

    • Higher throughput, same footprint: modular conditioning and efficient pelleting shorten cycle time and stabilize output.
    • Consistent quality, fewer claims: thermal kill steps and precise dosing deliver uniform pellet durability (PDI) and nutrient delivery.
    • Lower cost per ton: optimized grinding/conditioning cuts energy use; easier clean-outs reduce downtime and labor.
    • Built for audits: hygienic design and lot-level traceability simplify HACCP/GMP+ compliance and customer audits.
    • Future-proof: retrofit path for crumbling, coating, micro-dosing, and digital optimization as your portfolio evolves.

    How it works

    • • Cleaning & intake remove stones, metals, and dust to protect downstream equipment and stabilize formulations.
    • Grinding sets target PSD for pellet quality and digestibility while balancing energy and capacity.
    • Mixing with micro-dosing delivers homogeneity; liquid addition (fats/enzymes) improves processability and nutrition.
    • Conditioning & hygienization raise temperature and moisture for starch transformation and pathogen reduction.
    • Pelleting compacts feed with controlled die specs; cooling hardens pellets, stabilizing PDI.
    • Coating/post-pelleting uniformly applies fats/palatants; bagging or bulk loading completes dispatch.

    Features

    Standard Features

    Complete flow: intake, pre-cleaning, magnets/sieves, grinding, batching/micro-dosing, mixing, conditioning, pelleting, cooling, screening, coating, bagging/bulk, central dedusting

    Hygienic, negative-pressure layout; food-grade contact surfaces where specified

    Safety interlocks, explosion relief (ATEX-aware), guarding, and lock-out/tag-out points

    PLC control, recipe management, lot tracking, alarm/event history

    Documentation for HACCP/GMP+; FAT/SAT and operator training

    Optional Features

    • Thermal kill-step validation, steam quality packages, heat-recovery options
    • Crumbler modules, by-pass screening, liquid micro-dosing skids, vacuum coating
    • MES integration (OEE, energy per ton, traceability, e-records), ERP connectors
    • Low-contamination changeover kits, CIP-friendly conditioner designs
    • Remote monitoring, predictive maintenance, and spare-parts kits

    Equipment Offered

    Equipment Offered in This Solution

    Summary

    Pre-cleaners, magnets, scalpers; bucket elevators, chain/screw conveyors; hammermills/roller mills; batching scales and micro-dosing; mixers; conditioners/retentioners; pellet mills; crumblers; coolers (counterflow/horizontal); screens; coaters/liquid dosing; baggers, palletizers, bulk loading; dedusting/filters; PLC/SCADA/MES.

    CONVETING

    SIEVING

    DOSING

    GRINDING

    MIXING

    CONDITIONING

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    COOLING


    SCREENING

    BAGGING

    Services and training

    Services

    From first conversation to steady-state production, we manage the whole journey.

    Once we receive your inquiry, we schedule a discovery meeting to clarify goals, formulas, capacities, utilities, and site constraints. A field visit follows to review layout options, existing assets, and EHS requirements. Based on these inputs, our engineering team prepares a concept layout and a budgetary proposal with scope, timeline, and responsibilities clearly defined.

    On-site assessment and engineering feasibility.

    Our process engineers evaluate raw-material handling, steam and power availability, dust control, and hygiene flows. We map the process (e.g., cleaning → conditioning → pelleting/flaking → cooling → coating → packing) and quantify bottlenecks. The outcome is a feasibility pack: preliminary PFD/P&ID, footprint, utility list, and risk notes—so you can make decisions quickly and with confidence.

    Transparent proposals and phased execution.

    After concept approval, we issue a detailed technical and commercial offer, including equipment specifications, performance targets, and deliverables. We can phase the project—pilot, partial retrofit, or full greenfield—to match budget and production windows, minimizing downtime for operating plants.

    Global installation, commissioning, and handover.

    We execute internationally with experienced project managers, multilingual supervisors, and vetted local contractors. Our team oversees logistics, rigging, piping, and electrical works in line with safety standards. Commissioning includes dry/wet tests, recipe setup, and performance runs, followed by Site Acceptance Test (SAT) and documentation handover (as-built drawings, manuals, spare-parts lists).

    Lifecycle support and service options.

    Choose from preventive-maintenance plans, remote diagnostics, and SLA-based response times. We provide roll reconditioning, critical-spares programs, and seasonal tune-ups so your line stays in spec through heat, humidity, and ingredient variability.

    Typical project flow (high level):

    Inquiry → Discovery Call → On-Site Survey → Feasibility & Concept → Budgetary Proposal → Detailed Engineering → Manufacturing & FAT → Logistics → Installation (MEP/E&I) → Commissioning & SAT → Training & Handover → After-Sales Service

    training

    Practical, outcome-focused training led by senior flaking and feed-process engineers.

    With 15+ years in steam flaking and compound feed operations, our trainers focus on what matters on your floor: safety, routines, and repeatable quality. The goal is simple—within the first week after handover, your team is producing to the agreed quality targets for thickness, moisture, and flake integrity.

    Structured curriculum tailored to your formulas and utilities.

    We combine classroom and hands-on modules: startup/shutdown, roll-gap setting, scraper adjustment, steam quality and conditioning time, dryer/cooler settings, sanitation and allergen control, and changeovers. Maintenance teams receive dedicated sessions on bearings, hydraulics, lubrication, and wear-part inspection to prevent unplanned stops.

    Standard deliverables you can rely on.

    We provide SOPs, quick-reference checklists, and parameter sheets aligned to your species/formulations. Acceptance criteria and data-logging templates help your QC team verify moisture, density, and temperature. A recommended spares kit and PM calendar keep your store and planners aligned.

    Ongoing support, as your team and product mix evolve.

    Refresher training is available on site or remotely when you add SKUs, staff, or capacity. We can also audit your line seasonally to keep conditioning, flaking/pelleting, and cooling tuned to incoming grain quality.

    Training focus areas (typical):

    Safety & EHS • Utilities & steam quality • Conditioning time/temperature • Roll-gap/roll care • Dryer/cooler tuning • QC checks (moisture, bulk density) • Cleaning & sanitation • Changeover discipline • Preventive maintenance

    faqs

    What capacity ranges do you support?

    From 1–2 TPH compact lines to 30+ TPH multi-line mills, with clear upgrade paths.

    How do you ensure feed safety?

    Hygienic layouts, validated thermal steps, sealed conveying, and traceable batching meet HACCP/GMP+ expectations.

    Can you retrofit an existing plant?

    Yes—grinding, conditioning, pelleting, cooling, and automation modules can be added with minimal downtime.

    How fast is ROI?

    Savings come from energy/kWh-ton reduction, fewer stoppages, and improved quality; we model ROI with your formulas and volumes.

    WAREHOUSE

    Feed & Food—Flaking | Grinding | Rolling | Feed Mills Modern workshops, clean assembly halls, and a welcoming office building—built to deliver reliable equipment and on-time projects.

    CONTACT US

    Connect with BellaEx for flaking and steam-flaking solutions across feed and food industries. Get quotes, technical support, and project consultation from our global team.

    ray@bellaex.com
    +86-13810151555