Raise kernel moisture by 3–4 percentage points—from ~14% to 18% ±1% (wb)—and hold 10–18 hours so corn softens evenly. The result: faster, deeper steaming, higher flake integrity, fewer fines, and steadier throughput.
Grain soaking solutions temper kernels to a uniform moisture profile for consistent conditioning and flaking. Built for feed mills and oilseed plants, they improve flake quality and throughput, enhance gelatinization and flake durability, and reduce energy use—choose a system by capacity and process needs.
How We Deliver
Stainless tanks with recirculation and agitation for uniform wetting; inline water dosing, optional temperature control, sample ports, and sanitation-friendly internals.
Soaking Process
1.Basic Process
Water Spraying via Screw Conveyor**: After cleaning, corn is lifted to the top layer by a bucket elevator, evenly sprayed with 40–50°C warm water via a screw conveyor, and then stored in a soaking bin for 8–18 hours to allow surface moisture penetration (soaking time depends on corn moisture content).
2. High-Efficiency Process (Optional)
German Ultrasonic Moistening Machine: Uses high-frequency vibration to accelerate water penetration through micro-cracks in the corn endosperm, reducing soaking time to 4–12 hours with an internal-external moisture gradient ≤2%.
Bühler Moistening System
Moisture Applicator + Tempering Bins (Inline):
Moisture Applicator (Intensive Dampener) applies water precisely on the move; tempered in one or more bins for even distribution. Options include NIR moisture sensing, flow metering, and CIP-ready design.
Consistent 18% moisture drives uniform gelatinization in the Steam Conditioner, improves flake durability, reduces energy per ton, and stabilizes downstream flaking.
Moisture Right. Flakes Right.
PROVIDED EQUIPMENT
Custom-built to your throughput.
All models can be sized and configured to match your required capacity and layout.
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