12-15T/D Fish Feed Dryer Machine in Iran

Customer Profile and Purchase Motivation

The client is a medium-sized aquafeed producer serving shrimp and tilapia farms across Hormozgan and Khuzestan provinces. Their daily production capacity is approximately 12–15 tons of feed, primarily sold to regional small and medium farms.

Reasons for purchasing the RICHI fish feed dryer machine:

• Replacement of outdated drying equipment that could not ensure uniform moisture content
• Increase drying efficiency to meet growing regional demand
• Preserve pellet integrity to reduce fines and broken pellets
• Standalone upgrade: The dryer integrates seamlessly with their existing pellet mill and mixer without the need to overhaul the entire feed production line

By investing in a single, high-quality fish feed dryer machine in Iran, the client ensured immediate improvements in feed quality and production efficiency while keeping capital investment manageable.

Raw Materials and Drying Requirements

In Iran, shrimp and tilapia feed formulations typically include:

• Fish meal and soybean meal as primary protein sources
• Corn and wheat bran for carbohydrates and energy
• Rice bran and corn gluten meal as supplementary ingredients
• Fish oil and vegetable oils for essential fatty acids
• Vitamins and mineral premixes to ensure complete nutrition

The pellets enter the fish feed dryer machine in Iran at 18–20% moisture and need to be reduced to around 10–12% to ensure stability and prevent mold formation. Proper drying is especially critical for shrimp feed, which has high oil content and can easily deform or stick together if not dried uniformly.

Equipment Selection: Model and Parameters

Considering the client’s medium-scale production and feed composition, they selected the DHG-500 electric fish feed dryer machine. The choice was based on its capacity, drying area, and ability to handle slightly higher moisture content due to the local climate and feed formulation.

The DHG-500 fish feed dryer machine in Iran’s five-layer mesh belt ensures uniform drying for shrimp and tilapia feed pellets, reducing fines and breakage while maintaining nutritional integrity.

Shipping and Logistics

The fish feed dryer machine was shipped via sea freight to the Port of Bandar Abbas, Iran’s main commercial and industrial port. RICHI Machinery coordinated all logistics, including packing, shipping, and customs clearance, ensuring that the dryer arrived safely and on time.

Installation and Commissioning

RICHI provided full technical support during installation:

• Site preparation and dryer foundation setup to ensure stability
• Electrical connections and configuration for optimal performance
• Alignment of mesh belts across five layers to ensure consistent drying
• Operator training on routine operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting

The setup was completed quickly, allowing the feed mill to resume normal production with minimal downtime.

Operational Impact

The DHG-500 fish feed dryer machine in Iran has brought significant improvements:

• Uniform moisture content of 10–12% across all pellets
• Reduced pellet breakage during storage and transport
• Energy-efficient electric heating system suitable for medium-scale production
• Improved feed quality, supporting better growth rates in shrimp and tilapia farms

By maintaining consistent feed quality, the mill has improved customer satisfaction and strengthened its market position in southern Iran.

Customer Feedback

The client shared their experience:

"The DHG-500 dryer has transformed our feed production process. Pellets are now uniformly dried and more resilient, which reduces losses during storage and transportation. RICHI’s support during installation and training was professional and responsive. We are very satisfied with this investment."

Future Plans

Encouraged by the success of the DHG-500 belt dryer, the client is considering:

• Adding a larger steam-heated RICHI dryer for increased production capacity
• Integrating a cooling system to further protect pellet quality
• Expanding feed formulations to include more high-protein or specialty feeds using RICHI floating fish feed machines and mixers

Conclusion

The RICHI DHG-500 fish feed dryer machine in Iran demonstrates the value of a standalone, high-quality drying solution for aquafeed producers. It ensures:

• Uniform drying for shrimp and tilapia feed
• Reduced pellet breakage and enhanced storage stability
• Seamless integration with existing production lines
• Professional installation, training, and after-sales support

This case highlights RICHI Machinery’s commitment to delivering durable, reliable, and efficient drying equipment that meets the specific needs of Iranian aquaculture feed producers.