2-3T/H Pelleting Machine for Chicken Manure in Sweden

The client chose to purchase a single pelleting machine for chicken manure as part of their ongoing production line expansion.

Unlike a full turnkey organic fertilizer production line system, the single-unit acquisition was intended to integrate with their existing composting, drying, and screening equipment, allowing them to gradually scale up production without disrupting ongoing operations.

Previously, the facility relied on manual granulation methods and basic pellet presses, which produced inconsistent particle sizes and required significant labor. The new chicken manure pellet machine offered a path to automation, higher throughput, and superior pellet quality, addressing these inefficiencies directly.

Raw Materials and Pellet Formulation

Sweden’s agricultural landscape provided the client with diverse raw materials suitable for compost-based fertilizers.

The primary feedstock for this project consisted of chicken manure collected from local poultry farms, totaling approximately 25,000 layers. The manure was moderately moist, with a water content of about 18%, which was ideal for direct pelletization with the FZLH320 model.

To enhance pellet durability, nutrient balance, and reduce odors, the client mixed chicken manure with additional locally sourced materials:

• Chicken manure: 65%, freshly collected from layer farms, rich in nitrogen and phosphorus.
• Sawdust from Scandinavian spruce and pine: 25%, providing structural integrity to the pellets and acting as a natural binder.
• Barley straw: 10%, shredded into small pieces (2–3 cm), improving aeration during composting and pelletizing.

The client targeted a pellet diameter of 7.5 mm, optimized for mechanical spreading and ease of storage, while ensuring sufficient density to minimize breakage during transport.

The chosen unit, FZLH320 fertilizer granulator machine, comes with a main motor power of 22 kW, an arch-breaking feeder of 2.2 kW, and a 0.75 kW forced feeding auger. The 320 mm ring die allows for production of 2–3 tons per hour, which aligned perfectly with the client’s current production requirements.

This machine also enabled them to experiment with different material ratios without overloading their line, preparing for potential future scaling.

Machine Application and Operational Advantages

The pelleting machine for chicken manure in Sweden plays a critical role in transforming raw agricultural and poultry waste into uniform, high-quality fertilizer pellets. Its primary functions and benefits include:

• Consistent pellet quality: Produces uniform diameter pellets that facilitate even nutrient distribution when applied to farmland.
• Enhanced nutrient preservation: The granulation process retains key nutrients such as nitrogen, potassium, and phosphorus in chicken manure.
• Reduced labor intensity: Automates the pelletizing step, minimizing manual intervention and associated labor costs.
• Versatility for raw material: Handles a range of inputs including chicken manure, straw, sawdust, and mixed agricultural residues.
• Environmental compliance: Reduces odor, dust, and runoff potential, making it compliant with Swedish environmental regulations.
• Storage and transport efficiency: Dense, uniform pellets reduce storage space and improve transport logistics.

The machine’s robust design ensures stable operation even when processing mixed material blends with slight variations in moisture content. For this client, it enabled a smoother workflow, less downtime, and faster pellet production compared to their previous manual and semi-automatic methods.

Shipping and Installation

The FZLH320 pelleting machine for chicken manure was shipped from Qingdao Port, China, and delivered to the Port of Gothenburg, Sweden’s main logistics hub for industrial equipment.

From Gothenburg, the unit was transported by road to the client’s production facility in southern Sweden. The shipping process was managed carefully to prevent damage to sensitive components such as the ring die and feeding augers.

RICHI Machinery provided complete support, including pre-shipment inspection, secure packaging, and coordination with the freight forwarder. Upon arrival, RICHI engineers guided the installation, calibration, and commissioning of the machine, ensuring it integrated seamlessly with existing drying and screening equipment.

Technical Features and Advantages

Several technical aspects made the FZLH320 pelleting machine for chicken manure in Sweden the ideal choice for the client:

• Optimized ring die: Ensures dense, uniform pellets with excellent structural integrity.
• Advanced feeding system: Combination of arch-breaking feeder and forced feeding auger prevents clogging, ensures smooth material flow, and allows continuous operation.
• Energy-efficient motors: Reduces power consumption while maintaining stable throughput.
• Broad raw material compatibility: Capable of processing various animal manures, agricultural residues, and mixed organic materials.
• Low maintenance design: Modular structure with easily replaceable wear parts reduces downtime and operational cost.

The versatility and reliability of the FZLH320 model provided confidence for the client to invest in a single unit while retaining the option to expand production in the future.

Customer Feedback

Three months after commissioning, the client provided detailed feedback on the pelleting machine for chicken manure in Sweden:

• “The machine is a game-changer for us. The pellets are hard, uniform, and easy to handle, which makes spreading and storage much more efficient.”
• “RICHI Machinery’s team guided us through the setup process and provided practical training for our operators. Adjusting raw material ratios and maintaining steady production is now straightforward.”
• “We are experimenting with mixing chicken manure with local spruce sawdust and barley straw. The results are excellent, and we can now produce pellets with consistent density and nutrient content.”

The client emphasized that the FZLH320 chicken manure organic fertilizer pellet machine not only enhanced production efficiency but also improved the marketability of their products, enabling them to meet higher quality standards expected by local farmers and horticulture businesses.

Wider Applications and Versatility

The FZLH series pelleting machines are versatile units capable of processing not only chicken manure but also cow manure, sheep manure, mixed agricultural residues, and other organic waste. For the Swedish client, this versatility offers several long-term benefits:

• Ability to produce a range of organic fertilizer products, catering to different crops and soil types.
• Potential to experiment with new raw material blends for customized nutrient profiles.
• Efficient processing of wet or semi-moist materials, provided moisture content does not exceed 20%.
• Integration with existing drying and screening equipment to form a semi-automated production line.

Clients choosing RICHI Machinery can rely on consistent product quality, low operational costs, and robust machines built to last. RICHI also offers after-sales support, spare parts, and technical guidance, ensuring smooth operation over the equipment’s lifecycle.

Conclusion

The pelleting machine for chicken manure in Sweden illustrates how a single high-quality unit can transform an organic fertilizer operation. With the FZLH320, the client achieved:

• Standardized, dense, and nutrient-rich pellets.
• Improved operational efficiency and reduced labor requirements.
• Compliance with environmental standards.
• Flexibility to expand production and experiment with raw material blends.

RICHI Machinery’s professionalism—from consultation and shipment to installation and training—ensured that the project was completed successfully and on schedule. The client now has a foundation for future growth and diversification in the organic fertilizer market.

For other Swedish or Scandinavian businesses, the FZLH series pelleting machines provide reliable, energy-efficient, and versatile solutions for organic fertilizer production. They offer a practical investment that ensures high-quality output, environmental compliance, and long-term profitability.