This is a project about a shrimp pellet machine in Chile. In this project, a medium-sized shrimp feed production company located in northern Chile decided to purchase a single SZLH420 shrimp pellet machine from RICHI Machinery. The client’s facility was already equipped with milling and mixing units but lacked a modern pelletizing solution capable of producing uniform, water-stable shrimp feed.
This is a project about a shrimp pellet machine in Chile. Chile is one of the leading aquaculture nations in South America, renowned for its shrimp and salmon farming industry. Shrimp farming, although smaller than salmon in volume, has steadily expanded in the northern coastal regions, particularly around Antofagasta and Arica. As demand for export-quality shrimp rises, local shrimp feed producers seek reliable and modern equipment to produce high-quality sinking feed that supports growth, health, and feed efficiency.
In this project, a medium-sized shrimp feed production company located in northern Chile decided to purchase a single SZLH420 shrimp pellet machine from RICHI Machinery. The client’s facility was already equipped with milling and mixing units but lacked a modern pelletizing solution capable of producing uniform, water-stable shrimp feed.
The decision to purchase a single-machine setup rather than a full feed production line was strategic. The SZLH420 was intended to complement existing equipment, enhance pellet quality, and allow the manufacturer to trial new feed formulations without committing to a full-scale line. The focus of production is juvenile and grow-out sinking shrimp feed, with pellet diameters between 2.5 and 3.5 mm, which is ideal for the Pacific white shrimp (Penaeus vannamei) cultivated in Chilean ponds and coastal hatcheries.
Name:
shrimp feed machine
Country:
Chile
Date:
2025
Capacity:
1.5–2.5
Model:
SZLH420
Power:
110 kW
Finished Pellet Diameter :
1.5–4 mm
Feeder Power:
1.5 kW
Based on the client’s production scale and raw material availability, RICHI recommended the SZLH420 shrimp feed pellet machine, which is optimized for medium-output shrimp feed production. Its specifications are:
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Main Motor Power (kW) | 110 |
| Feeder Power (kW) | 1.5 |
| Conditioner Power (kW) | 7.5 (custom triple-layer steam + water + mechanical mixing conditioner) |
| Ring Die Diameter (mm) | 420 |
| Finished Pellet Diameter (mm) | 1.5–4 |
| Output Capacity (T/H) | 1.5–2.5 |
The client selected a triple-layer conditioner, the most advanced configuration available in the industry. This conditioner combines steam injection, water addition, and mechanical mixing, which ensures uniform moisture distribution, enhanced starch gelatinization, and superior pellet binding. For Chilean shrimp feed production, this ensures dense sinking pellets that retain water stability and nutrient integrity, critical for pond-based systems where feed must remain intact during feeding periods.
The SZLH420 shrimp pellet machine in Chile’s production capacity aligns well with a medium-sized facility, providing efficient pellet production without the cost or space requirements of a complete feed line. The modular design also allows future integration into a larger feed system.
Chile’s shrimp feed producers utilize both local and imported feed ingredients. For this project, the client selected a formula reflecting local availability and international quality standards:
The SZLH420 shrimp pellet machine in Chile can process these ingredients efficiently. The ring die pelletizer combined with the triple-layer conditioner produces sinking shrimp feed pellets that maintain structure in water for several hours, minimizing nutrient leaching and maximizing feed conversion ratios.
The SZLH420 shrimp pellet machine in Chile primarily produces sinking shrimp feed for juvenile and grow-out Pacific white shrimp ponds. This is particularly important in Chilean aquaculture, where pond systems require feed to sink quickly for efficient shrimp consumption and minimal waste.
The benefits and roles of the machine include:
It is important to note that this machine is not suitable for floating feed, which aligns with the client’s pond-based shrimp farming requirements.
Several factors motivated the client to purchase only a single SZLH420 instead of a full feed line:
This approach suits medium-scale Chilean feed producers seeking a balance between feed quality, investment, and operational flexibility.
These features guarantee reliable performance and minimal downtime, essential for consistent shrimp feed production in Chile.
For Chile, all RICHI machinery is shipped via sea freight. For this project, the SZLH420 was delivered to Puerto de Antofagasta, the primary industrial port in northern Chile. Sea freight ensures safe transport for heavy machinery such as shrimp feed pellet machines and ring die pelletizers while keeping logistics cost-effective.
RICHI provided full installation, commissioning, and operator training for the SZLH420. Key operational steps included:
Training also included preventive maintenance, operational safety, and troubleshooting to ensure long-term reliability of the SZLH420.
Overall, the SZLH420 enabled the client to produce high-quality feed consistently, meeting both domestic and export standards.
Chile’s shrimp aquaculture industry is poised for further growth due to rising global demand and improved farming practices. Investing in a high-quality shrimp pellet machine such as the SZLH420 allows medium-scale feed producers to deliver premium sinking feed, experiment with new formulations, and prepare for future expansion.
Single-machine solutions offer a low-risk, cost-effective method to upgrade feed production and ensure operational flexibility while maintaining high pellet quality. With professional support from RICHI Machinery, clients can confidently scale their operations as market demand grows.
The SZLH420 shrimp pellet machine in Chile demonstrates how a single, strategically chosen machine can upgrade feed quality for mid-sized producers. Featuring ring die pellet technology, a custom triple-layer conditioner, and professional RICHI support, the client achieved reliable, nutrient-rich sinking shrimp feed production.
RICHI Machinery’s shrimp feed pellet mills, ring die pellet machines, and pellet presses offer long-term value, operational flexibility, and professional service, making them the ideal choice for Chilean shrimp feed manufacturers.
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