This is a project regarding a twin-screw extruder in Belgium. The company wanted one high-quality, flexible extruder machine that could handle a range of pet recipes—mainly dry kibble for dogs and cats—using both local and imported raw materials.
This is a project regarding a twin-screw extruder in Belgium. Belgium's pet food market has been growing steadily over the past decade, driven by a rising preference for high-quality, nutritious, and specialized pet diets. Small and medium-sized brands are emerging to cater to pet owners looking for locally produced kibble made with traceable ingredients.
One such pet food brand, based in the Flanders region, found itself struggling with outsourcing all of its kibble production. Fluctuating costs, variable product quality, and long lead times made it difficult to keep up with local demand for fresh, premium dog and cat food. After analyzing the cost-benefit of producing in-house, they decided to invest in a twin screw extruder in Belgium to make their own extruded pet food.
This decision wasn’t about building a large industrial feed line overnight. The company wanted one high-quality, flexible extruder machine that could handle a range of pet recipes—mainly dry kibble for dogs and cats—using both local and imported raw materials.
Name:
pet food extruder
Country:
Belgium
Date:
2025
Capacity:
3–4 tons per hour
Model:
SPHS120×2
Main Motor Power:
110 kW
Conditioner spec:
DC500-244
Differential conditioner spec:
DC500×400-300
Given the company’s size and ambition to grow production step by step, they didn’t need the biggest machine on the market. After discussions with RICHI engineers, they chose the SPHS120×2 twin screw extruder model.
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | SPHS120×2 |
| Main motor power | 110 kW |
| Screw diameter | 120 mm |
| Feeder power | 1.5 kW |
| Conditioner power | 11 kW |
| Conditioner spec | DC500-244 |
| Differential conditioner power | 11 kW |
| Differential conditioner spec | DC500×400-300 |
| Output | 3–4 tons per hour |
This composition allows them to produce different lines of dry kibble for adult dogs, puppies, indoor cats, and senior pets. The company specifically asked for a twin screw extruder because this design handles high meat content and moisture levels better than single screw machines—crucial for premium pet food with real meat as the main protein source.
Unlike feed pellet machines or single screw extruders, the twin screw extruder allows higher fat and protein inclusion without clogging, which is essential for modern premium pet food.
Before this investment, the company already owned mixers, grinders, and a basic packaging unit. They only needed the pet food twin screw extruder to complete their small in-house production line.
The twin screw extruder in Belgium sits at the heart of their new processing hall. Ground raw materials are dosed precisely into the conditioner, where steam and water adjust moisture and temperature. The twin screws then shear, cook, and shape the feed. Once extruded, the kibble is dried and lightly coated with oils for taste and digestibility.
Belgian pet owners increasingly want to know exactly what’s in their pet’s bowl. This small brand now has the power to guarantee ingredient traceability and freshness—something they couldn’t control when outsourcing.
Their new twin screw extruder for pet food gives them total oversight of temperature and cooking time, ensuring that nutrients are preserved, flavors are locked in, and kibble is uniform in shape and hardness.
This practical support makes the company confident that they can deliver consistent, safe pet food every batch.
For now, this SPHS120×2 twin screw extruder in Belgium is enough to cover their flagship product lines. But success breeds ambition. The owners are already exploring adding a small coating drum for specialized functional ingredients, like joint care additives or probiotics, to launch a super-premium line.
If demand continues to grow, they might consider adding another extruder—perhaps a larger SPHS150×2 twin screw extruder—to run high-volume recipes alongside small-batch specialty runs.
Belgium’s pet food market shows a clear trend: customers prefer transparency, local sourcing, and fresh, nutrient-rich recipes. A pet food twin screw extruder in Belgium gives emerging brands the freedom to innovate, adapt to seasonal ingredients, and stand out from imported mass-market kibble.
RICHI has helped pet food businesses from Europe to Asia choose the right extruder, install it safely, and keep it running efficiently. We know that for small brands, a twin screw extruder is not just equipment—it’s an investment in product quality, flexibility, and customer trust.
That’s why our team doesn’t just deliver a machine. We help you choose the right model, train your team, and support you as your recipes evolve.
If you’re an entrepreneur in Belgium thinking about upgrading from outsourced production to in-house extrusion, take inspiration from this case. A single pet food twin screw extruder can open doors to product quality, recipe flexibility, and true brand independence.
RICHI Machinery is ready to help you make it happen—whether you’re crafting grain-free cat kibble, high-meat dog food, or functional snack bites. Get in touch and let’s find the right twin screw extruder for your next step.
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