This is a project about belt dryer machines in Germany. A medium-scale feed mill in northern Germany recently purchased a RICHI belt dryer machine in Germany to complement its existing production line. The client primarily produces dry dog and cat food and fish feed pellets for local aquaculture farms.
This is a project about belt dryer machines in Germany. Germany has one of the most sophisticated feed markets in Europe, with high demand for premium pet food and aquaculture feed. Small and medium-sized feed manufacturers constantly seek to upgrade their processing equipment to meet stringent quality standards, improve energy efficiency, and maintain product consistency.
A medium-scale feed mill in northern Germany recently purchased a RICHI belt dryer machine in Germany to complement its existing production line. The client primarily produces dry dog and cat food and fish feed pellets for local aquaculture farms. Previously, the feed mill relied on an aging rotary drum dryer, which caused uneven moisture distribution, resulting in pellet breakage and reduced shelf life.
Rather than purchasing a full production line, the client chose to acquire a standalone drying machine. This strategy allowed the mill to upgrade a critical part of the production process—pellet drying—without a major overhaul of other equipment like the pelletizer or mixer.
Name:
pet and fish food dryer
Country:
Germany
Date:
2025
Capacity:
10–12 tons per day
Model:
DHG-500
Main Motor Power:
50 + 2.2*2 + 0.75 kW
Heating Method:
Electric heating
Drying Area:
21 m²
The customer is a medium-scale feed manufacturer producing approximately 10–12 tons of pet feed and fish feed daily. The mill caters to both domestic pet owners and regional fish farms.
Key reasons for purchasing the RICHI belt dryer machine include:
This investment allows the client to enhance product quality without disrupting ongoing operations, demonstrating that even a single machine upgrade can have a profound impact on feed production efficiency.
In Germany, common ingredients for pet and fish feed include:
The feed pellets enter the belt dryer with a moisture content of 18–22% and are dried to 10–12%, ideal for long-term storage, packaging, and export. Proper drying is crucial to preserve the shape of extruded pellets and prevent microbial growth, especially for aquaculture feed where feed quality directly affects fish health and growth.
Given the client’s production scale and feed types, they selected the DHG-500 electric belt dryer machine, providing a suitable drying area and efficient energy usage.
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Heating Method | Electric heating |
| Power | 50 + 2.2*2 + 0.75 kW |
| Mesh Belt Layers | 5 |
| Belt Width | 1.0 m |
| Drying Area | 21 m² |
The five-layer mesh belt ensures even drying of both pet and fish feed pellets. Its modular design fits within the existing facility and minimizes installation downtime. The machine’s electric heating system allows precise temperature control, which is particularly important when processing different feed types simultaneously.
The belt dryer machine was shipped via sea freight to the Port of Hamburg, Germany. RICHI Machinery provided comprehensive support, including secure packaging, shipping documentation, and guidance for customs clearance. The client appreciated the smooth logistics process, which minimized potential delays.
RICHI’s professional team provided full installation and commissioning services:
The belt dryer machine in Germany was fully operational within ten days, allowing the feed mill to continue production with minimal interruption.
Since installation, the DHG-500 belt dryer machine in Germany has demonstrated clear benefits:
The client observed improved pellet hardness and reduced fines, which is critical for both consumer satisfaction in pet feeds and effective feeding in aquaculture operations.
The customer shared:
"The DHG-500 belt dryer has transformed our feed production. Pellets are now uniformly dried, and breakage has significantly decreased. RICHI’s team provided professional installation and detailed training. The machine’s performance and energy efficiency exceeded our expectations, and we are confident it will serve our production needs for many years."
Encouraged by the success of this project, the client intends to:
The RICHI DHG-500 belt dryer machine in Germany highlights the advantages of investing in a standalone drying solution for pet and fish feed production. Key benefits include:
This case demonstrates RICHI Machinery’s expertise in providing durable, high-quality, and efficient drying solutions tailored to Germany’s feed production standards.
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