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So what is the latest technology in drying and cooling shrimp feed? We considered all the requirements and the experience in the field and have developed a Generation 3 (G3) pelleting system that incorporates the dryer and cooler (TK-series) in one machine

Drying of bulk material can be a tricky and interesting process, simply because of the volume and number of material is larger. In order to provide an optimal drying process, it is important to understand the nature of the material to be dried. Some material may require gentle mechanical and thermal handling. One example of the material is bakery grist (blend of wheat or grains). This is a pre-processed dough-like-mass consist of coarsely ground cereals, intended for baking whole-meal bread. When entering the dryer, it is quite pasty and sticky. The dryer-cooler (figure 1) is expected to lower the moisture down to around 10%. The drying temperature must not exceed 50°C in order to preserve the nutritive value.

During extrusion, there will be some changes in physical, chemical, functional, and nutritional properties. Denaturation of protein is the most important attribute in changing the extrudate properties. According to Camire in Riaz (2000), protein changes during extrusion can be divided into functional and nutritional changes. Functionally, extrusion will reduce the solubility in water and diluted buffer also helps in texture forming of the extrudate. While nutritionally, extrusion will reduce lysine and improved digestibility.

With the projection of a CAGR of 3-4% growth for the next 5 years (2022-2027), animal feed is a profitable business. IDAH understands this opportunity, and we support our customers by providing a high-quality pre-conditioner system for animal feed production.

During extrusion, there will be some changes in physical, chemical, functional, and nutritional properties. Denaturation of protein is the most important attribute in changing the extrudate properties. According to Camire in Riaz (2000), protein changes during extrusion can be divided into functional and nutritional changes. Functionally, extrusion will reduce the solubility in water and diluted buffer also helps in texture forming of the extrudate. While nutritionally, extrusion will reduce lysine and improved digestibility.

What comes to your mind when you heard “starch gelatinization”? If you are working in the food or feed business, I believe you have ever heard this at least once. But have you ever heard of “starch cooking?

TVP technology has long been developed in Taiwan. With the increasing demand for a sustainable plant-based protein source, the development of a flexible but stable meat substitute production for the vegan population process has become a necessity. Our Twin Screw Extruder is designed with exact temperature control and adjustable screw to reform and re-structure the plant-based protein to generate protein fibers (fibration). This cooking extrusion process is important for the texture and mouthfeel of TVP and HMMA.

The production of high-quality shrimp (or prawn) feed is a series of complex and versatile processes. Shrimp feed pelleting is well known in Asia as the most economical way and it dominates the market. In China and India, the shrimp feed (for L. vannamei and P. monodon) market grew exponentially in these few years. Through this presentation, IDAH will guide you to the world of shrimp feed pelleting. In general making shrimp feed is influenced by good formulation and good processing, but the factory floorplan is also accountable for the shrimp feed quality.

Carousel Dryer - Reliable and Easy Moisture Control (Video) Have total control over your dryer investment and energy consumption in your plant! IDAH considers all of your process requirements FIFO system, moisture uniformity, efficient energy transfer, and easy operation to provide the suitable Carousel Dryer for your industry.

Choosing the right equipment is the first step for the success of the production process. Idah PM-series pellet mill which include PM-42, PM-51, PM-53 and PM-635 has been produced since 1980. These pellet mills have become the trademark in shrimp feed pelleting ever since.

Rotary Sifter for Efficient Material Classification This machine is operated by a belt pulley-driven wheel which generates eccentric circulatory movement, separating material in spiral and oscillating motion. This machine is suspended in the midair by steel cables, this design generates a controlled and specific motion trajectory. All these designs are proven to help effective material classification.

For the past 40 years, IDAH designs and manufactures equipment and process lines for the aquafeed and pet food industries. In 2011, IDAH started focusing on the Carousel Dryer technology. Our team of expert Engineers has worked intensively to improve the Carousel Dryer technology even further to increase the drying process efficiency. The Carousel Dryer delivers outstanding performances when compared to traditional dryers. The main advantages of choosing a Carousel Dryer are: • All the products undergo the same drying conditions, resulting in very uniform and steady drying. • Optimal counter-flow heat transfer, resulting in low energy costs. • Quick changeovers in a controlled way, lessen product contamination.

Extruder start-up waste can be reused! The BN-50H dryer is operated with a 3.7 kW drive motor. With two feeding doors, one exhaust pipe, and a manual slide gate. Steam-jacket the heater will help to dry 200-250 kg per batch of extrusion start-up material down to 10-12%. This machine opens up a new possibility to re-cycle the start-up material. Our customer in Indonesia recently bought this dryer to complete their existing extrusion system. Extrusion has been an important step in production. IDAH has been providing a complete solution for feed and food extrusion since the 1980s. One of the important auxiliary machines in demand is this dryer for extrusion start-up waste (Model BN-50H)

A combination of #ContraTwin #twin-screw #extruder and #carousel #dryer is the industry leading #extrusion and #drying solution for production #aquafeed and #petfood. It has the capacity ranging from 1 TPH up to 8 TPH. ContraTwin – patented twin-screw extrusion, a next-generation #thermal extruder that takes the challenging ever changing #formulation and requirement for higher quality micro pellets. Carousel dryer – #gentle and #uniform drying solution. Latest design of #airflow control system which is engineered for steam/gas efficiency and has higher #drying capacity. While for production of 10 up to 17 TPH we offer combination of ContraTwin extruder and Temperature Zone Horizontal #dryer.

For the production of 10 up to 17 TPH #aquafeed and #petfood, #IDAH offers a combination of #ContraTwin twin-screw extruder and Temperature Zone Horizontal #dryer. ContraTwin - a patented #twin-screw #extruder has the way to control #cooking degree at the shaft support and before die plate, therefore, with two complementing #screws which positively convey and mix the feed material and injected steam forward, ContraTwin uses lower mechanical energy than the traditional #Co-rotating twin-screw extruder. Lower mechanical energy means lower wear cost and lower energy cost. Temperature Zone Horizontal dryer- Each temperature zone is independently controlled for high efficient drying. With unique airflow from top and from the bottom, provides #uniform drying throughout all material layers. The fully closed insulated dryer wall and #airlock in inlet and outlet ensure minimum heat dissipation.

Aquafeed and pet food production lines incorporate many sifters in their process, whether in grinding, crumbling, or packing system. For example, the requirement of the material fineness after grinding may reach up to 80 to 100 mesh (177 to 149 microns). So not only do we need to have a sifter with good sieving efficiency, but also have a proven capability to be used in every system.

Crumbler for Aquafeed and Animal Feed An adjustable feeding system carefully controls the material throughput and distribution across the roller. Roller adjustment can be precisely executed by using a distance measuring gauge, along with a sampling device for granule size checking.

What separates our EP-218 single screw extruder from the other: Automatic bearing lubrication system, with interlock to the main motor. Ensures bearing is lubricated throughout the operation Loss-in-weight live bin for precise addition of steam and water in the pre-conditioner and extruder barrel. The implementation of the latest venturi technology to provide the most suitable pressure needed in the extruder outlet.

Hole design for pellet die

Small Pellets Does Matter Production of starter feed or shrimp feed can be considered as a form of art rather than science. Many producers are facing a hard time dealing with decisions for the best practice in manufacturing shrimp feed, especially small size pellets (1.0 to 1.2 mm)

IDAH production line for small feed always applied the pulverizer. In recent times, the presence of the IDAH ZP-series vertical pulverizer (no-screen type) has helped to boost the efficiency of the grinding process. With the same power consumption, the ZP series will produce a higher capacity than the conventional screen-type pulverizer. This pulverizer is equipped with a hydraulic operated top cover and safety switch for easier and safer spare parts replacement. Patented design for ground material separation and control material fineness. The hammer and liner are made with high-quality material, enforced with a tungsten carbide plate for long-lasting performance.

The new CDX-series horizontal dryer from IDAH. This dryer is designed with separate drying temperature zones. Each temperature zone is independently controlled for high efficient drying. With unique airflow from top and bottom, provides uniform drying throughout all material layers. This dryer uses a stainless steel-made drying tray for easy replacement and prevents material from sticking on the tray. If you are looking for a profit-generating dryer with good moisture control and uniformity, then this IDAH CDX-series dryer is the answer.

A new generation, developed for the shrimp feed industry, multi-deck carousel dryer/cooler is designed for better uniformity and optimum moisture control. This compact dryer-cooler has an advanced air system, utilizing the air from the cooler into the dryer air system, thus increases the overall efficiency, and reduces 50% of the exhaust air volume. The moisture control is performed on the finished cold product done by First-in-First-out (FIFO) product flow with a short overall retention time. Easy, quick, and accurate moisture control has a big impact on product quality and cost price.

IDAH Pellet mill produces shrimp pellets with 0.8 and 1.0 mm diameter to replace big-size-crumbled pellets. Producing small pellets will eliminate the need for a crumbling process that uses twice as much material as small size pelleting and in most of the time, generate unworkable dust.

All IDAH pellet dies are made from high-quality Europe-grade material. Along with the controlled and precise manufacturing process, we can achieve excellent quality pellet dies to answer industry requirements. By utilization of high-grade material and implementation of the meticulous process, IDAH has supplied OEMs pellet die throughout the last 40 years with cost-effective price.

Danny Chang General Manager of IDAH Co., Ltd., was honored invited to deliver a speech at FIGAP fair on Oct. 18, 2016, sharing his experience on new technology and equipment development to how to achieve optimum quality of shrimp feed. IDAH is the process equipment solution provider for shrimp feed and premium aqua feed. Started from 1974, more than 50% customers in China, Vietnam, Thailand, India, Indonesia choose the Idah solution.

In a modern shrimp feed pelleting process increasingly more liquids are added into the mash feed. This in combination with long term steam conditioning is increasing gelatinization and water stability for a better end product quality. Recipe cost optimisation can be limited if there are drying capacity restrictions. In a lot of situations moisture removal with only cooling is not enough anymore and an extra drying step is required. Moisture control is more and more crucial for quality and cost price reasons.

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Nowadays, in the fiercely competitive market environment, every miller uses a similar process as well as ingredients, therefore, the product quality and manufacture cost become the thread of the competition. Overview of the process, dryer performance plays a critical role in this game. For selecting a suitable dryer, two main issues need to be considered, first is average moisture control from dried products and the second is energy efficiency, both are related to the water!

The ContraTwin is designed with an innovative 3-part transmission system. A motor drives a splitter gearbox and a relatively large bearing base is aligned and interconnected: this delivers a 24/7 rugged operation machine. The ContraTwin extruder is very easy to use and offers a unique operation experience. It is designed for beginner operators, easing most customer fears of finding skillful extruder operators.