This is a project about a poultry ring die pellet machine in Sri Lanka. This case study focuses on a mid-scale private feed mill located near Kurunegala, one of Sri Lanka’s major poultry producing regions. The feed mill already operated two grinding units and one horizontal mixer, supplying feed to a group of contract broiler farmers.
This is a project about a poultry ring die pellet machine in Sri Lanka. Sri Lanka’s poultry industry has grown steadily despite the economic challenges of the past decade. Broiler production has increased significantly in the Western, North Western, Central, and Southern Provinces, where small and mid-level feed mills are expanding production to supply contract growers. As more poultry integrators and medium-sized feed producers try to improve feed quality and stabilize supply, demand for efficient and durable poultry ring die pellet machines has increased.
This case study focuses on a mid-scale private feed mill located near Kurunegala, one of Sri Lanka’s major poultry producing regions. The feed mill already operated two grinding units and one horizontal mixer, supplying feed to a group of contract broiler farmers. Increasing demand from local poultry growers—combined with rising imported feed prices and energy limitations—pushed the company to invest in a more energy-efficient and reliable pelletizing system.
After evaluating multiple suppliers, the client chose RICHI Machinery and purchased a single ring die poultry feed pellet mill to upgrade its existing chicken feed making setup. This article documents the full story: their background, reasons for choosing a single machine, model selection, raw materials commonly used in Sri Lanka, the shipping route, the project’s outcomes, and why this example matters for future buyers searching for poultry ring die pellet machine in Sri Lanka or related pellet mill equipment.
Name:
chicken feed pellet machine
Country:
Sri Lanka
Date:
2025
Capacity:
5–6 T/H
Model:
SZLH350
Main Motor Power:
55 kW
Control Mode:
Automatic
Pellet Diameter:
3-4 mm
The customer is a mid-scale commercial feed mill that primarily produces broiler feed and sells to farmers in the North Western Province. The company had been operating with:
However, the old pelletizer produced unstable pellets and suffered frequent mechanical failures. The mill wanted to increase pellet durability, reduce fines, improve conditioning efficiency, and reduce downtime. Instead of buying an entirely new Poultry Feed Production Line, the customer wanted to replace only the pellet mill, using the existing mixer and grinder to save costs.
There were four main reasons:
Because of these reasons, the customer decided to purchase a single RICHI poultry ring die pellet machine and integrate it into their current line, aiming for stability, durability, and long-term reliability.
Sri Lanka has some unique feed ingredients due to the island’s agricultural structure. RICHI engineers conducted a raw material analysis and confirmed that the new pellet machine should handle:
Because Sri Lanka’s coconut meal usually has higher fiber and oil content, the customer needed a pellet mill with strong compression and a reliable conditioner to ensure pellet durability (PDI) for broilers.
The customer compared three models—SZLH250, SZLH320, and SZLH350—but ultimately selected the RICHI SZLH350 poultry feed pellet machine due to its capacity, stability, and adaptability.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Main motor power | 55 kW |
| Feeder motor power | 1.5 kW |
| Conditioner motor power | 4 kW |
| Ring die inner diameter | 350 mm |
| Pellet size | 2–12 mm |
| Capacity | 5–6 T/H for chicken feed |
This made the SZLH350 poultry ring die pellet machine the perfect match for the project. It is a widely chosen poultry feed pellet machine model for medium-sized chicken feed operations worldwide.
RICHI arranged the shipment through standard marine transport:
Colombo Port is Sri Lanka’s primary gateway for industrial imports, making it ideal for handling animal feed machinery, spare parts, and electrical components.
RICHI provided:
The entire process was smooth and efficient.
Sri Lanka’s climate is tropical, with high humidity and temperatures that can affect pellet stability. Therefore, RICHI engineers optimized:
These adaptations ensured that the poultry ring die pellet machine runs smoothly and consistently under real Sri Lankan conditions.
RICHI engineers helped the customer integrate:
By combining new and old equipment, the customer avoided unnecessary investment and saved a significant amount of money while still modernizing their animal feed factory project.
The customer uses the poultry ring die pellet machine in Sri Lanka specifically for broiler feed production. In Sri Lanka, layer feed is mostly powder feed; therefore, the pellet mill is mainly dedicated to:
The plant does not produce:
RICHI emphasized that a ring die poultry pelletizer cannot produce floating fish feed, and the customer appreciated this honest and professional clarification.
The old poultry ring die pellet machine in Sri Lanka produced only around 1.8 tons/hour. The RICHI SZLH350 poultry feed pellet machine now produces:
This doubled their effective output.
Typical Sri Lankan feeds using coconut meal can produce soft pellets, but with the new RICHI machine:
Farmers reporting back to the feed mill saw:
Despite higher output, electricity consumption per ton dropped noticeably.
The robust gearbox and reliable stainless conditioner significantly reduced downtime.
To ensure long-term success, RICHI provided extensive services beyond simple equipment delivery:
For Sri Lankan raw materials such as coconut meal, rice bran, and fishmeal.
RICHI engineers trained all operators on:
To avoid long shipping delays.
RICHI helped design a future Chicken Feed Production Line layout that can be built around the SZLH350.
WhatsApp and WeChat support available for routine guidance.
These services gave the customer strong confidence in the long-term reliability of RICHI poultry feed production equipment.
This case shows that:
This case gives real confidence to anyone searching for:
The feed mill shared positive feedback:
They are now considering adding another RICHI machine in the next expansion phase.
The installation of the RICHI SZLH350 poultry ring die pellet machine in Sri Lanka transformed a medium-sized feed mill into a more efficient and competitive producer. By improving pellet quality, reducing energy use, and enhancing broiler performance, the customer gained a reliable technological advantage.
This project shows how a single poultry feed pellet machine—when correctly selected and professionally supported—can become a powerful asset in any Sri Lankan animal feed factory project, especially in broiler feed production.
RICHI Machinery will continue supporting Sri Lankan feed mills, poultry farmers, and agricultural enterprises with reliable equipment, professional engineering guidance, and long-term after-sales support.
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