Pellets Feed and Food Products Efficiently

Ottevanger Milling Engineers’ Progress Pellet Mills are engineered to address the diverse needs of feed producers in creating uniform feed pellets. These robust machines are designed with a unique stepped transmission system utilizing V-belts and timing belts, allowing higher motor power applications. Ideal for producing poultry, cattle, aquafeed, and pet food, they ensure consistent quality and optimized efficiency with a large die surface area and roller diameter. The mills support continuous, high-speed operation and integrate seamlessly into automated production lines, offering a quick die change system and central greasing. With options for two- or three-roller configurations and features like integrated pneumatic dumping and minimal maintenance requirements, the Progress Pellet Mills offer reliable and versatile functionality for animal and pet feed production.

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Injects Steam for Heating and Conditioning

Ottevanger Milling Engineers’ Steam Injection System delivers precise heating and conditioning in feed mill operations by injecting high-quality dry steam into your process. This enhances the compressibility and safety of animal feeds, meeting stringent production standards. The system efficiently processes feeds for pets, aquaculture, and livestock, supporting applications in soymeal and oil production as well.

Available with capacities ranging from 150 to 2,500 kg/hr, the system ensures continuous, high-speed operation suitable for large-scale productions. Its design features an energy-efficient steam line with an integrated steam flash generating superheated steam, reducing boiler energy consumption and promoting heat transfer efficiency.

The compact steam sets integrate seamlessly with upstream feeding systems and downstream pelleting or extrusion equipment, facilitating automatic operation through PLC controls. Constructed with durable materials, it resists corrosion in challenging environments, ensuring longevity and reliability. Moreover, it supports easy installation and maintenance, minimizing downtime while maximizing productivity. Adaptable configurations and engineering support ensure the Steam Injection System can meet specific process requirements, bolstering your feed production’s efficacy and quality.

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Separates Fines and Grit from Pellet Flow

The Vibrating Sieves from Ottevanger Milling Engineers are precision-engineered solutions for removing fines and grit from pellet flows. Utilizing a special vibration motor, these sieves ensure seamless, vibration-driven continuous operation, vital for feed mills and grain processing applications. They are available in single-deck and double-deck models, capable of throughput up to 25 tons per hour, accommodating diverse operations from pelletized poultry feed to protein concentrate production. Engineered to integrate within existing production lines, they feature quick-release fasteners for easy screen changes, enhancing operational efficiency. Constructed with durable materials, these sieves maintain high performance in demanding environments like animal feed, pet food, and soybean processing, supporting efficient, high-quality production outcomes.

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Streamlines Material Reception and Handling

Ottevanger Milling Engineers presents their Industrial Material Intake Systems, engineered to efficiently manage diverse material reception methods, including truck, rail-car, ship, and bagged materials. These systems are vital for integrating upstream and downstream processes in the production of animal and aqua feeds, soybean products, and premixes. Capable of seamless integration into existing production lines, they facilitate smooth material flow with versatile options such as screw conveyors, bucket elevators, and rotary dischargers. The intake systems support continuous operations and handle varied material forms, including solids, powders, and granules, ensuring compatibility with the rigorous demands of feed production and grain processing industries. Robust construction with corrosion-resistant materials ensures longevity and operational reliability. Ottevanger offers full customization to adapt systems to specific operational needs, backed by comprehensive engineering support.

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Stores and Preserves Bulk Raw Materials

The cylindrical storage silo from Ottevanger Milling Engineers provides a robust solution for bulk material storage, especially suited to grain, soybean, and animal feed sectors. Constructed from galvanized steel with optional smooth or corrugated walls, it ensures durability and longevity. These silos are available with a range of storage capacities and feature flat or conical bottoms for efficient material discharge. The silos can be equipped with ventilation, cooling, and ATEX equipment for enhanced safety and material preservation. With its potential for integration into automated systems, the silo supports seamless process automation in storage and handling operations, optimizing space and workflow without compromising on quality or safety.

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Maximizes Storage Capacity and Ensures Efficient Discharge

The Square Silo by Ottevanger Milling Engineers offers an innovative storage solution, maximizing capacity by 25% over round silos. Its unique design features ultra-smooth flat walls, facilitating seamless discharge of granular and solid products. Modular assembly allows flexible configuration tailored to specific needs, with robust steel construction ensuring safety and compliance with European standards. Ideal for industries like compound feed, pet food, and recycling, the Square Silo integrates easily into continuous and automated production lines. It supports a range of materials, including chemicals and grains, enabling you to optimize space while maintaining a hygienic environment.

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Grinds Various Feed and Processed Grains

The Hammer Mills GHM series from Ottevanger Milling Engineers are engineered for high-efficiency grinding applications across diverse industries, including feed manufacturing and grain processing. These mills are equipped with vertically adjustable breaker plates for an asymmetrically formed grinding chamber, enhancing impact force and reducing screen wear. This series supports capacities of up to 60 tons per hour and comes with an electro-pneumatic operated product guide valve for dual direction rotation. With ATEX22 certified components, these mills integrate seamlessly into automated systems with fully programmable PLC controls and frequency-controlled automatic feeders. Constructed on a heavy-duty base frame with shock absorbers, the precisely balanced rotor guarantees reduced vibration and extended service life, while an optional automatic screen changer facilitates quick, safe substrate swaps. Available in multiple hammer configurations, including a specialized 8-row setup for aquatic feed, the GHM series optimizes energy use by up to 30% through advanced motor control, offering a reliable, hygienic, and low-maintenance grinding solution.

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Regulates Feed Flow and Removes Impurities

The Ottevanger Roll Feeders ensure consistent feedstock delivery to hammer and roller mills while effectively removing heavy and metal impurities. Featuring a 1.5 kW motor reducer, it allows precise feed regulation via frequency control. The integral stone catcher and a powerful permanent magnet with automatic cleaning keep the process free of contaminants. Designed for applications in animal feed, pet food, and aqua feed production, it can manage up to 60 tons per hour, adjusting to various product types with the option of a specialized dosing screw for challenging materials. These feeders support continuous, high-speed, automated operations, seamlessly integrating into your processing line for optimal performance.

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Automates Batch Mixing and Production Control

Inteqnion’s Batch Explorer, integrated seamlessly with Ottevanger Milling Engineers, revolutionizes batch processing by automating critical stages like intake, batching, grinding, and mixing. Designed for feed, grain, and soybean industries, it supports the production of pelletized feeds, soy products, and oilseeds. Utilizing a PLC-engineered system with SCADA visualization, the Batch Explorer facilitates MES integration and industrial networking. This ensures streamlined operations and real-time monitoring for up to 50 tons per hour. Its modular structure allows for customization to meet specific plant requirements, while leveraging a Microsoft SQL database for robust performance. The system is built to support contamination tracking, vital for maintaining product integrity and complies with industry standards for safety and quality. Available with various material options to withstand demanding environments, this automation system provides engineering support for tailored configurations, maximizing plant efficiency and resource management.

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Processes and Densifies Feed Ingredients Efficiently

The AL Series from Ottevanger Milling Engineers are robust single-screw extruders designed for processing and densifying feed ingredients. These extruders knead and cook ingredients like pet food, aqua feed, and animal feed, delivering consistent texture and enhanced nutritional value. With processing capacities ranging from 0.5 to 9 tons per hour, they ensure flexibility for various production scales.

The extruders feature direct or V-belt drives for efficient energy use and minimal wear. Easily integrated into existing production lines, these machines facilitate continuous operation through pre-conditioning and extrusion phases. Constructed with durable materials, they offer low maintenance requirements and easy cleaning, fitting seamlessly into demanding industrial environments. Optional customizations and engineering support are available to meet specific processing needs.

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