In recent years, requirements for feed production have increased significantly. Manufacturers are under pressure to improve the efficiency and sustainability of their production processes and to produce feed that is optimally tailored to different species of animals. How can these diverse demands be successfully coordinated? The answer lies in innovative technologies that combine efficiency and responsibility. One example is our crushing roller mill. It optimizes production processes and improves feed structure, providing an ideal solution for the needs of the modern feed industry.
The quality of animal feed goes beyond high-quality ingredients and optimized recipes. The structure of animal feed is equally important for successful feeding and animal health. An ideal feed structure promotes digestion and ensures optimal nutrient absorption. This improves growth and contributes to preventive healthcare. Animals fed structurally modified feed are more resilient and less susceptible to disease, which is important from economic and ethical perspectives.
Efficient crushing with the crushing roller mill
Our crushing roller mill with individual drive is one of the core technologies used in compound feed production. It grinds grain and legumes. These raw materials include corn, wheat, barley, rye, oats, soybeans, rapeseed, lupins, peas, and field beans. Two counter-rotating, corrugated rollers break the grain into small particles.
Compared to the central drive commonly used in the industry, the crushing roller mill offers significant flexibility thanks to its individual drive. The rollers can be adjusted separately during operation. Depending on their needs, compound feed manufacturers can select the “sharp to sharp” or “dull to dull” operating modes to break or cut the feed into coarser particles or grind it more finely. This flexibility allows for grinding results that can be tailored to the needs of different animal species. This is important because different animal species have different nutrient and feed structure requirements. For example, pregnant or lactating sows, piglets, fattening pigs, turkeys, laying hens, broilers, and dual-purpose chickens all have different needs. The crushing roller mill ensures that every feed is precisely tailored to the respective animal species.
Compared to other grinding machines, such as hammer mills, it saves up to 50% of energy. For feed mills, this translates to tens of thousands of euros in energy cost savings per year, as well as a significant reduction in the CO₂ footprint of feed production. Precise grinding results in homogeneous, high-quality feed that is easily digestible and promotes the health of farm animals. Thus, the crushing roller contributes not only to more efficient feeding but also to the long-term health and performance of the animals.
High-quality compound feed thanks to reliable technology
Our crushing roller mill impresses with both its flexibility and its reliability. The rollers are made of surface-hardened special steel, which makes them low-maintenance and highly wear-resistant. Even the most challenging raw materials, such as rye or barley, can be processed without any problems.
With a throughput of 20 to 80 tons per hour, the crushing roller mill is ideal for processing individual components and producing compound feed.
Conclusion: a symbiosis of efficiency and animal welfare
The crushing roller mill with individual drive revolutionizes compound feed production. It combines high efficiency with a clear focus on the health and well-being of farm animals. Its flexible grinding process allows precise adaptation to the needs of different species, and the homogeneous feed structure promotes digestion and strengthens animal health. It is the ideal solution for compound feed manufacturers and farmers seeking to combine economic efficiency, sustainability, and animal welfare.
