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Economics of Grinding for Pelleted Feeds

Published: September 23, 2016
Summary
In the feed manufacturing industry, particle size reduction (grinding) is second only to extrusion processes (pelleting, expanders, extruders) in terms of total energy consumption.  To achieve a finer grind (smaller finished particle size), energy and maintenance costs increase and, everything else being equal, the capacity of the grinding system will be reduced.     The Cost(s...
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Mark Heimann
CPM – California Pellet Mill
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Dave Albin
30 de septiembre de 2016
Great information. Working with a company that has experience and research to back up what they are doing is very important. I especially like the comments about "saving" money by using cheaper parts - always a bad idea.
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James Igbekoyi
8 de octubre de 2016

How can I reduce cost using hammer mill in grinding cowpea husk?

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