Retention time barrel for feed pelleting

Enhance your feed processing efficiency with a specialized retention time barrel, ensuring optimal steam absorption and temperature control for superior pellet quality before reaching the pellet mill or extruder.

Enhances Steam Absorption and Thermal Treatment

The Retention Time Barrel (RTB) from Ottevanger Milling Engineers is a key component in optimizing your feed processing operation. This equipment ensures that after steam is homogeneously mixed in a conditioner, the product undergoes thorough thermal treatment. It enables a first-in/first-out retention approach, allowing consistent temperature maintenance essential for pelleting, extruding, or cooling processes. The RTB caters to various industries, handling compound feeds, pet food, aquaculture feed, and grain processing with ease. It significantly boosts pelleting capacity by up to 15% due to enhanced steam absorption. Equipped with features such as direct drive or timing belt transmission, insulated design, and adjustable electric heating, the RTB ensures minimal condensation and bacterial growth. Materially, it is constructed with AISI 304 components for durability and reliability. The Retention Time Barrel seamlessly integrates into your production line, offering options for customization in retention time and capacity, complemented by straightforward cleaning access and robust engineering support.

Benefits

  • Boosts pelleting efficiency by up to 15% through enhanced steam absorption.
  • Maintains consistent product temperature to improve end-product quality.
  • Minimizes bacterial growth, ensuring higher hygiene standards.
  • Simple, easy-to-clean design reduces maintenance time and effort.
  • Reduces condensation to maintain optimal operational conditions.

General


Applications
Handling,Pet food,Oilseed processing,Soybean processing,Aqua feed,Concentrates,Premix,Grain storage,Compound feed
End products
Bulk grain storage packs,Sunflower oil,Poultry premix,Dog kibble,Soy meal,Granulated grains,Rapeseed meal,Shrimp feed,Mineral concentrates,Crushed soybeans,Fish pellets,Cat biscuits,Cattle feed pellets,Soybean oil,Vitamin premixes
Steps before
Homogeneous mixing,Steam conditioning
Steps after
Pelleting,Extrusion,Meal cooling
Input ingredients
steam,conditioner mixture
Output ingredients
pellet mill feed,extruder feed,meal cooler feed
Market info
Ottevanger Milling Engineers is renowned for designing and manufacturing innovative milling equipment and complete production lines for the grain processing industry, including feed mills, flour mills, and biomass processing, with a reputation for quality, efficiency, and customized solutions.

Technical Specifications


Capacity
6–20 t/h
Motor Power
2.04–2.99 KW
Temperature Range
30–110 °C
Material
AISI 304
Insulation
Rock-wool

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Heated and insulated barrel
Batch vs. continuous operation
Continuous operation
Automation level
PLC-controlled
Cleaning method
Easy to clean
Temperature Maintenance
Electric heating system with adjustable thermostat 30-110 °C
Inspection access
Large inspection doors with safety switch

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Physical Characteristics


Footprint
Varies based on model size
Barrel Shape
Cylindrical
Feed Method
Direct drive or timing belt transmission
Discharge Method
First-in/first-out
Material
AISI 304 Stainless Steel
Inspection Doors
Large with safety switch
Shaft
Solid shaft with large flight and inclined pitch
Insulation
Rock-wool

Custom Options


Shaft Sealing Type
Stuffing box sealings
Drive System
Direct drive / Timing belt transmission
Temperature Control
Adjustable thermostat 30-110 °C
Heating System
Electric heating system
Material
AISI 304
Insulation Material
Rock-wool
Inspection Features
Large inspection doors with safety switch
Frequency Control
Suitable for frequency control