This is a project about fish feed dryer in the United States. A large aquafeed manufacturer in the U.S., producing feed for both commercial salmon and tilapia farms, recently invested in a RICHI fish feed dryer in the United States. Unlike a full production line investment, this was a single-machine acquisition.
This is a project about fish feed dryer in the United States. The United States aquaculture industry, especially in the Pacific Northwest and Southeast, has been steadily expanding to meet growing demand for high-quality salmon, tilapia, and catfish. Feed quality plays a crucial role in fish growth rates, health, and overall production efficiency.
A large aquafeed manufacturer in the U.S., producing feed for both commercial salmon and tilapia farms, recently invested in a RICHI fish feed dryer in the United States. Unlike a full production line investment, this was a single-machine acquisition.
The client’s previous dryer, an older convection model, was failing to maintain consistent moisture levels, resulting in excessive pellet breakage during storage and shipping. Purchasing a standalone RICHI dryer allowed the facility to upgrade its drying process efficiently without disrupting existing operations or purchasing a complete production line.
Name:
fish food dryer
Country:
United States
Date:
2025
Capacity:
30–40 T/D
Model:
DHG-500
Main Motor Power:
50 + 2.2*2 + 0.75 kW
Heating Method:
Electric heating
Mesh Belt Layers:
5
The client operates a large-scale aquafeed facility capable of producing 30–40 tons of feed per day. They supply feed to commercial salmon farms in Washington State and tilapia farms in Florida.
Key motivations for purchasing a single fish feed dryer machine included:
The client selected a single dryer because they needed an immediate solution to improve feed quality rather than a complete fish feed production line upgrade, which would have been more costly and time-consuming.
In the United States, typical aquafeed formulations for salmon and tilapia include:
Feed pellets entering the dryer usually have a moisture content of 16–20% and must be reduced to 10–12% for storage stability and transport durability. Uneven moisture can cause mold growth or pellet disintegration. The RICHI mesh-belt dryer ensures uniform drying across all layers, preserving pellet integrity and nutritional value.
Considering the high production volume and energy requirements, the client chose the DHG-500 electric fish feed dryer machine, which offered optimal drying capacity while fitting into the facility’s floor plan.
| 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 DHG-500 fish feed dryer in the United States was ideal for handling medium-to-large daily production, offering consistent drying without unnecessary energy consumption. Larger models like DHG-1000 or QHG-500 would have exceeded operational needs and increased energy costs.
The DHG-500 belt dryer machine was shipped by sea freight to Port of Los Angeles, which is commonly used for importing industrial equipment to U.S. facilities on the West Coast. RICHI Machinery coordinated all shipping, customs clearance, and insurance, ensuring safe and timely delivery.
RICHI Machinery provided full installation and commissioning services:
Installation was completed efficiently, with minimal production downtime.
The RICHI DHG-500 fish feed dryer in the United States brought multiple benefits to the client:
The improved feed quality directly contributed to healthier fish and better economic returns for farm clients.
The client shared:
"The DHG-500 has exceeded our expectations. Pellet quality is consistent, moisture control is precise, and breakage has significantly decreased. The RICHI team’s support during installation and training was outstanding. This machine has truly elevated our production process."
Based on the performance of the DHG-500, the client is considering:
The installation of the RICHI DHG-500 fish feed dryer in the United States demonstrates how large-scale aquafeed facilities can achieve:
This project illustrates RICHI’s expertise in providing high-quality standalone equipment, enhancing aquafeed production efficiency, and ensuring long-term operational reliability.
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