This is a project regarding a grain expansion extruder in Colombia. The objective was to upgrade their raw material processing capacity, achieve higher gelatinization of grains, and produce pre-cooked materials suitable for both piglet feed and plant-based protein flour.
This is a project regarding a grain expansion extruder in Colombia. Colombia has a rapidly growing agricultural and livestock sector, with a focus on poultry, pig, and aquaculture feed. Local feed producers are increasingly seeking modern processing technologies to improve the digestibility of raw materials and expand their product offerings.
This project highlights a Colombian client, a specialized piglet feed producer in the Antioquia region. The client was facing difficulties with outdated roasting and grinding equipment, which led to uneven puffing, lower digestibility of soy and corn, and inconsistent feed pellet quality. The client sought a standalone solution to improve the processing of raw materials before feed formulation.
After a thorough evaluation, the client decided to purchase two grain expansion extruders. The objective was to upgrade their raw material processing capacity, achieve higher gelatinization of grains, and produce pre-cooked materials suitable for both piglet feed and plant-based protein flour. This purchase was a single-machine investment, not a complete production line, allowing flexibility and cost savings while upgrading part of their operation.
Name:
grain extruder
Country:
Colombia
Date:
2025
Capacity:
0.6–1.3 T/H
Model:
RCYP160G
Main Motor Power:
75 kW
Raw Materials:
corn, soybeans, cassava
Feeder Specification:
WLQ200-1200
The client is a medium-scale piglet feed manufacturer, producing:
The reasons for selecting the grain expansion extruders were:
The purchase reflects the client’s strategy of incremental modernization: upgrading their raw material processing capabilities before investing in a complete production line.
Colombia provides abundant feed-grade raw materials, which shaped the client’s extrusion requirements:
The client’s extrusion process needed to handle both dry and wet grains, with consistent moisture content, which influenced the selection of the extruder type and specifications.
The client selected RCYP160G dry-type grain expansion extruders, ideal for their mid-scale production needs. Specifications:
| Main Motor Power | Screw Diameter | Feeder Power |
|---|---|---|
| 75 kW | 140 mm | 1.5 kW |
| Feeder Specification | Soybean Output | Corn Output |
|---|---|---|
| WLQ200-1200 | 0.9–1.3 T/H | 0.6–0.75 T/H |
By purchasing two units, the client could simultaneously process soy and corn, or scale up production during peak demand. The machine’s modular and flexible design allowed quick changes between grain types, reducing downtime and operational costs.
The extruder produces puffed soy and corn, suitable for:
The pre-cooked and expanded grains improve feed conversion rates, reduce gastrointestinal problems, and enhance growth performance. This is especially important for piglets, which require highly digestible protein and starch sources.
The extruded soy and corn are also used for plant-based protein flours, which can be supplied to:
The extrusion process denatures anti-nutritional factors, sterilizes raw materials, and enhances digestibility, making the ingredients suitable for human food and animal feed applications.
The extruder allows the client to produce high-quality, pre-processed raw materials for:
This flexibility enables the client to diversify revenue streams and meet local and regional demand for processed grains.
All RICHI machinery shipped to Colombia is delivered via sea freight. For this project, the Port of Cartagena was selected as the primary entry point. Cartagena is well-equipped to handle large industrial machinery, including heavy extruders. The shipment included:
This ensured smooth customs clearance and installation at the client’s facility.
The grain expansion extruders offer several benefits that distinguish them from traditional roasting or milling equipment:
These features made RICHI extruders a preferred choice for Colombian feed producers, combining reliability, flexibility, and efficiency.
RICHI engineers provided comprehensive on-site support, including:
The client praised RICHI’s professional service, noting that engineers ensured the extruders were fully operational from day one, with minimal adjustment needed during the initial production phase.
After six months, the client reported:
A production manager stated: “The grain expansion extruders have exceeded our expectations. They consistently produce high-quality puffed grains, and RICHI’s engineers provided exceptional guidance during installation and startup. We feel confident in expanding production further with their support.”
Encouraged by these outcomes, the client plans to purchase additional units to further scale up production and explore new product lines.
The purchase of grain expansion extruders in Colombia demonstrates the value of RICHI machinery:
For Colombian producers searching for grain expansion extruder in Colombia, puffed grain machines, or feed and plant protein extrusion solutions, RICHI Machinery offers high-quality equipment, technical expertise, and professional support.
This case illustrates how a single or dual extruder investment can transform raw material processing, improve product quality, and expand business opportunities, proving RICHI equipment to be a valuable, long-term investment.
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