1500KG TMR Feed Mixer in Thailand

Customer Profile and Purchase Motivation

The customer is a medium-sized mixed dairy and beef farm. Their primary motivations for purchasing the TMR feed mixer were:

• Uniform feed preparation: Ensuring that every animal receives the same blend of forage, silage, grains, and supplements
• Labor reduction: Minimizing manual effort required to mix large batches of feed daily
• Improved feed efficiency: Better mixing ensures higher digestibility and more consistent nutrient intake
• Integration with existing equipment: The mixer needed to work seamlessly with their current hay chopper and corn grinder

The farm chose to start with a single-unit purchase to test the equipment's effectiveness in daily operations and evaluate its impact on productivity before investing in additional units.

Equipment Selection and Specifications

Considering the farm’s feed composition, batch size, and daily feed requirements, the SLHJ3A single-shaft double-layer paddle mixer was selected. This model was ideal due to its capacity, robust construction, and efficiency in mixing both fibrous and granular materials.

Technical Specifications:

• Model: SLHJ3A
• Motor Power: 30 kW
• Batch Mixing Capacity: 1500 kg per batch
• Effective Volume: 3 m³
• Material: Carbon steel
• Motor Connection: Direct connection
• Feeding and Discharge: Manual top feeding with rapid bottom discharge

The single-shaft double-layer paddle design ensures high mixing efficiency, particularly for fibrous materials such as chopped grass, corn silage, and roughage, while also blending in dense grains and powdered premixes. The manual feeding method allows the operator to control the proportion of each ingredient for each batch.

Raw Materials and Feed Formulation

Thailand’s climate and agricultural resources determine the availability of feed ingredients. The farm’s TMR formulation includes:

1. Napier grass – widely grown in northern Thailand, providing fibrous roughage
2. Corn silage – harvested locally for energy-dense feed
3. Broken rice grains – a common local by-product used as a carbohydrate source
4. Soybean meal – imported from neighboring countries for protein supplementation
5. Mineral and vitamin premixes – essential for optimal growth, milk production, and herd health

The SLHJ3A TMR feed mixer is capable of blending these diverse materials into a uniform ration, ensuring that every cow and buffalo receives a consistent nutrient mix.

Operational Use and Parameters

The TMR feed mixer operates under carefully controlled parameters to achieve optimal mixing:

• Mixing Time: Approximately 10–15 minutes per batch depending on the material density
• Batch Size: 1500 kg per batch, suitable for daily feeding of 300–400 animals
• Feeding Method: Manual top feeding allows operators to add materials in specific sequences
• Discharge: Efficient bottom outlet ensures quick unloading into feed trolleys or troughs

During operation, the SLHJ3A mixer can handle fibrous Napier grass, moist corn silage, and granular supplements without clogging or uneven distribution. This consistency is critical for both milk-producing cows and growing beef cattle.

Benefits for the Farm

Since commissioning, the farm has experienced several operational benefits:

• Uniform nutrient distribution: Every animal receives the same nutrient profile, reducing feed variation
• Improved milk production: Lactating cows show more consistent milk yield due to uniform feed intake
• Labor efficiency: Staff spend less time manually mixing and handling feed, reducing labor costs
• Reduced feed waste: Homogeneous rations reduce leftover feed, optimizing feed conversion
• Scalability: The mixer provides the flexibility to increase batch sizes or add additional units in the future

By ensuring consistent rations, the farm has observed healthier animals with improved growth rates and milk quality.

Logistics and Delivery

The TMR feed mixer was shipped via sea freight to the Port of Laem Chabang, Thailand, the largest commercial port suitable for heavy machinery delivery. RICHI Machinery provided comprehensive support, including:

• Pre-shipment inspection and quality checks
• Shipping and customs documentation
• On-site installation guidance
• Operator training for optimal usage and maintenance

The professional support allowed the farm to start using the mixer immediately with minimal downtime, avoiding disruption to daily feed routines.

Customer Feedback

“The SLHJ3A TMR feed mixer has completely changed how we prepare our feed. The mix is consistent every time, and we have noticed improvements in milk yield and cattle growth. The RICHI team provided excellent training and support, and we feel confident that this mixer will serve our farm for many years.”

Why RICHI Machinery is Preferred in Thailand

RICHI Machinery stands out for its:

• Precision mixing technology: Ensures uniform TMR preparation even with fibrous and dense materials
• Robust construction: Built to handle high-volume, fibrous, and granular feed blends
• Professional support: Installation, training, and ongoing maintenance guidance
• Scalability: Equipment can be upgraded or expanded into fully automated feed lines as the farm grows

Investing in a TMR feed mixer in Thailand ensures consistent feed quality, improved herd performance, and long-term operational efficiency.

Conclusion

The SLHJ3A TMR feed mixer in Thailand demonstrates how a single, high-quality mixer can transform feed preparation. By efficiently blending Napier grass, corn silage, broken rice grains, soybean meal, and premixes, it guarantees every animal receives a consistent, nutritious ration. Coupled with RICHI Machinery’s professional support, this mixer is a reliable investment for farms aiming to optimize milk production, improve beef growth rates, and reduce labor costs.