A medium-scale pet feed mill located in Java decided to invest in a single RICHI pet food dryer in Indonesia. The primary goal was to improve the drying process for their newly launched line of extruded pet food products.
This is a project about pet food dryer in Indonesia. Indonesia’s growing pet care market has increased demand for high-quality pet food, especially for dogs and cats. Many local feed mills, both medium and large-scale, face challenges in ensuring consistent moisture content in extruded or pelleted pet food. Uneven drying can lead to quality issues, such as mold growth, reduced shelf life, and inconsistent texture, which directly impact customer satisfaction.
A medium-scale pet feed mill located in Java decided to invest in a single RICHI pet food dryer in Indonesia. The primary goal was to improve the drying process for their newly launched line of extruded pet food products.
Unlike installing a full drying line or multiple units, the client opted for a single DHG-500 mesh-belt dryer to complement their existing production line. This approach allowed the mill to enhance drying efficiency without overhauling their entire facility, offering a cost-effective, incremental upgrade.
Name:
pet food drying system
Country:
Indonesia
Date:
2025
Capacity:
5–7 tons per day
Model:
DHG-500
Power:
50 + 2.2*2 + 0.75 kW
Belt Width:
1.0 m
Drying Area:
21 m²
The client is a medium-sized feed mill producing 5–7 tons per day of extruded pet food. They primarily manufacture dog kibble and cat food for the local retail market. Indonesia’s pet food market is expanding rapidly, driven by urbanization and increasing pet ownership, and the mill wanted to ensure their products meet modern quality standards.
By investing in a RICHI pet food dryer in Indonesia, the client aimed to:
The dryer is used to process extruded pet food, which includes:
The feed formulation is tailored to Indonesian regulations and consumer preferences. The moisture content of the extruded pellets before drying is around 18–20%, and the target after drying is 8–10%, which ensures safe storage and optimal texture.
The client specifically required a mesh-belt dryer for:
Considering the production scale and typical raw material characteristics, the client selected the DHG-500 model. This choice was based on its balance between drying area, capacity, and energy efficiency.
| 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 |
This configuration is ideal for medium-scale pet feed production in Indonesia, capable of handling 5–7 tons per day with consistent drying performance. Smaller models like DHG-400 would not meet throughput requirements, while larger models like DHG-1000 would be unnecessary for this mill’s current production volume.
The pet food dryer was shipped via sea freight to the Port of Jakarta, the main hub for industrial equipment imports in Java. RICHI Machinery assisted with:
RICHI Machinery provided comprehensive support during installation:
Since installation, the DHG-500 pet food dryer in Indonesia has significantly improved production efficiency:
The pet food dryer in Indonesia has also allowed the mill to experiment with different formulations, such as higher-protein dog kibble or grain-free cat food, by adjusting drying parameters without affecting product quality.
The client reported high satisfaction with the RICHI pet food dryer, emphasizing:
"The DHG-500 has transformed our drying process. Our pellets now come out consistently dry and uniform, which was challenging with our old system. RICHI’s support during installation and training was excellent, and we feel confident in the machine’s long-term reliability."
They also appreciated the incremental investment approach, allowing them to expand production without committing to a full-scale new line.
The mill plans to integrate the dryer with additional post-extrusion equipment:
Starting with a single mesh-belt pet food dryer allows the client to scale operations gradually while maintaining product quality.
The installation of a single RICHI DHG-500 pet food dryer in Indonesia demonstrates how medium-scale feed mills can enhance drying efficiency, improve product quality, and optimize operational costs.
By choosing RICHI, the client ensured a long-term, sustainable solution for high-quality pet food production, aligning with Indonesia’s growing pet care market.
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