4T/D Pet Food Dryer in Brazil

Customer Profile and Purchase Motivation

The customer is a medium-sized pet feed manufacturer producing approximately 4 tons of pet food per day. The main reasons for purchasing a single RICHI belt dryer were:

• Upgrading an old, inefficient batch dryer to handle larger production volumes
• Improving uniformity of moisture content, critical for extended shelf life
• Protecting kibble integrity, particularly for high-fat and protein-rich formulas
• Reducing energy consumption with a modern, efficient electric heating system

This investment allowed the factory to enhance drying efficiency without overhauling the entire production line, demonstrating the flexibility of integrating RICHI’s standalone equipment.

Raw Materials and Drying Requirements

In Brazil, popular pet feed ingredients include:

• Animal protein sources: poultry meal, beef meal, fish meal
• Cereal grains: corn, rice, and wheat as carbohydrate sources
• Fats and oils: chicken fat, fish oil, and soybean oil for energy and palatability
• Additives and supplements: vitamins, minerals, probiotics, and palatants

The pet food dryer in Brazil was tasked with reducing moisture content from 18–20% to 10–12%. Uniform drying was especially important for fish meal-based kibbles and high-protein dog foods, ensuring nutrient retention and kibble hardness.

Equipment Selection: Model and Parameters

Considering the factory’s daily output and ingredient sensitivity, the client chose the DHG-500 electric belt dryer. This model provides a balanced drying area suitable for medium-scale pet food production.

The multi-layer pet food dryer in Brazil ensures even heat distribution and consistent drying, which is vital for sensitive ingredients like fish meal and poultry meal. Electric heating allows precise temperature control to protect protein content and maintain kibble quality.

Shipping and Logistics

The RICHI pet food dryer was shipped via sea freight to the Port of Santos, the largest port in Brazil and the main entry point for industrial equipment. RICHI ensured the unit was securely packed, documented, and ready for immediate installation, minimizing risks during transit.

Installation and Commissioning

RICHI Machinery provided full installation support, including:

• Preparing the foundation and aligning the belt system
• Electrical connections and compliance with safety standards
• Adjusting belt speed and tension for optimal drying
• Training factory personnel on operation, cleaning, and maintenance

The pet food dryer in Brazil was operational within one week, allowing the factory to resume full-capacity production without disruption.

Operational Benefits

After installation, the DHG-500 pet food dryer in Brazil delivered notable improvements:

• Uniform moisture content across all kibble batches
• Reduced breakage, improving packaging efficiency
• Energy-efficient operation, lowering production costs
• Enhanced product quality, retaining nutrient content, texture, and hardness

The client reported that their high-protein dog kibble and fish-flavored cat kibbles now maintain consistent quality, helping increase customer satisfaction and reduce product returns.

Customer Feedback

The client shared their experience:

"The DHG-500 belt dryer has significantly improved our production process. Our kibbles dry evenly, breakage is minimal, and the energy costs are lower than with our old system. RICHI's team provided excellent installation support and trained our staff efficiently. We are very satisfied with this investment and would recommend RICHI to other pet feed manufacturers."

Future Outlook

The success of this standalone pet food dryer in Brazil has encouraged the client to consider:

• Adding a QHG-500 steam-heated dryer for future expansion and higher throughput
• Integrating automated cooling and packaging solutions to improve efficiency
• Producing specialty high-protein and grain-free kibbles to expand market share

Conclusion

The RICHI DHG-500 pet food dryer in Brazil illustrates the advantages of investing in a standalone belt dryer:

• Uniform drying for sensitive ingredients such as fish meal and poultry meal
• Reduced breakage, improving packaging and product presentation
• Energy-efficient and precise operation, reducing operating costs
• Seamless integration with existing production lines
• Professional installation, training, and technical support from RICHI

This pet food dryer in Brazil project demonstrates that RICHI Machinery provides high-quality, reliable equipment, enabling pet feed manufacturers in Brazil to enhance product quality, increase efficiency, and remain competitive in the growing pet food market.