1500KG Drum Feed Mixer in Thailand

Customer Profile

The client is a professional feed producer supplying commercial broiler, layer, and duck feed across the eastern region of Thailand. Their primary concern was achieving uniform mixing of local grains with imported protein sources and premixes.

The client chose a single SLHJ3A unit because their current production scale did not justify installing multiple mixers yet. This standalone drum feed mixer would serve as the central mixing device in their updated single-batch production line. It was purchased to replace an older, less efficient machine while maintaining integration with their existing grinding and pelletizing equipment.

Selection of Equipment

The client selected the SLHJ3A Single-Axis Double-Layer Paddle Mixer due to its suitability for medium-scale feed production and the ability to mix diverse materials efficiently. Key factors influencing the selection included:

• Mixing Capacity: 1,500 kg per batch, matching the client’s daily production target of approximately 10 tons.
• Motor Power: 30 kW direct connection, capable of handling dense feed mixtures with grains, powders, and premixes.
• Material: Carbon steel construction ensures durability under continuous production while withstanding abrasive raw materials.
• Effective Volume: 3 m³, providing ample space for thorough mixing of complex feed formulas.

The client’s primary feed ingredients reflected Thailand’s regional agricultural context:

• Broken rice and maize: 55% – sourced locally from suppliers in Chonburi and nearby provinces.
• Soybean meal: 20% – imported from Vietnam to supplement protein content.
• Cassava chips: 15% – locally processed.
• Vitamin and mineral premix: 5% – imported.
• Additives (amino acids, enzymes): 5% – imported, to improve feed digestibility and poultry growth performance.

These ingredients require a precise, uniform mixing process to avoid segregation of heavier grains like maize and broken rice from fine powders like soybean meal and premixes.

Machine Application and Operating Parameters

The SLHJ3A drum feed mixer in Thailand was installed as a standalone unit integrated into the client’s existing feed mill. Its operational workflow includes:

1. Feeding: Grains and cassava chips are introduced through a conveyor system, while powders and premixes are added via pneumatic feeding to ensure precise dosing.
2. Mixing Process: The single-axis double-layer paddle design provides top-to-bottom circulation, ensuring homogeneity. Each batch mixes for 18–22 minutes, optimizing the coefficient of variation (CV) for premix distribution to below 5%.
3. Discharge: After mixing, feed is released using the machine’s screw discharge mechanism. Operators ensure minimal residue remains in the drum to prevent cross-contamination between batches.
4. Quality Control: Samples are collected for physical inspection and nutrient testing before feed proceeds to pelletizing or bagging.

This drum feed mixer in Thailand allows the client to maintain consistent feed quality, which is critical for broiler weight gain, layer egg production, and duckling growth.

Logistics and Delivery

The SLHJ3A Drum Feed Mixer Machine was shipped via ocean freight to the Port of Laem Chabang, Thailand’s primary import port for heavy machinery. Local logistics providers then transported the mixer to the feed mill in Chonburi. RICHI Machinery coordinated the shipment with careful packaging and documentation to ensure safe delivery without damage.

Installation and Commissioning

RICHI Machinery’s technical team provided comprehensive on-site support:

• Site Preparation: Advised on foundation requirements to handle the machine’s weight and torque during operation.
• Electrical Connection: Installed the 30 kW direct-drive motor with safety interlocks.
• Operator Training: Two operators received hands-on training covering startup, batch monitoring, cleaning, and routine maintenance procedures.
• Trial Run: Conducted multiple test batches using the client’s standard feed formula to verify uniform mixing, correct discharge operation, and optimal batch time.

Benefits for the Client

• Enhanced Feed Uniformity: Ensures even distribution of protein, vitamins, and minerals across all feed batches.
• Reduced Labor Requirements: A single operator can manage the entire mixing process, compared to multiple workers required for manual methods.
• Increased Batch Output: The 1,500 kg per batch capacity allows the client to meet growing market demand efficiently.
• Reliable and Durable: Carbon steel construction and precision paddle design ensure long-term performance with minimal maintenance.

The client also highlighted that the drum feed mixer in Thailand handles high-density, multi-component feeds smoothly, and cleaning between batches is straightforward, reducing downtime and cross-contamination risks.

Customer Feedback

"The SLHJ3A drum feed mixer has transformed our feed production. Mixing is uniform, labor is reduced, and batch consistency is now excellent. RICHI Machinery provided excellent support during installation and training, making the transition smooth. This single unit has already increased our daily production capacity significantly."

Such feedback reinforces RICHI Machinery’s reputation for high-quality, reliable feed mixing equipment and strong after-sales service.

Future Expansion

Encouraged by the success of this standalone mixer, the client plans to expand their feed mill:

• Adding a SLHY5.0L single-axis double-ribbon mixer for higher daily throughput.
• Installing pelletizing machines to produce uniform feed pellets for broilers, layers, and ducks.
• Integrating grain grinding units to provide fine feed components for improved pellet quality.

Conclusion

The Drum Feed Mixer in Thailand project highlights the value of investing in high-quality single-unit mixing equipment for medium-scale feed production. By selecting the SLHJ3A Single-Axis Double-Layer Paddle Mixer, the client achieved:

• Superior feed homogeneity
• Enhanced labor efficiency
• Increased batch output
• Reliable, long-term performance

This project demonstrates RICHI Machinery’s ability to provide professional, tailored solutions for feed producers. Our services include technical support, installation guidance, operator training, and after-sales care, ensuring that clients in Thailand and similar markets can confidently invest in RICHI feed mixers to improve feed quality and production efficiency.