Art of Pelleting: Particle Size, Mash Conditioning and Die Specifications (Part 3)
Published: March 22, 2018
Summary
Particle Size
Optimum particle size for best pelleting results has been a matter of controversy for almost as long as feeds have been pelleted. Young (1960) found no significant differences in pellet durability when he experimented with feed rations containing 40, 60, and 70 percent ground corn or grain sorghum when the grain portions were ground coarse, medium, and fine.
Martin (1984) comp...
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4 de abril de 2018
Good presentation on particle size, conditioning, gelatinization, pellet die thickness, die holes design, pellet quality, pellet binder etc
In practical manufacturing pellets, one come across many issues that have to be dealt with on a regular basis
If it’s monitored on regular basis then one can ensure consistency in quality and quantity as well
Pellet mill has to run for long hours to get optimum results
Another area is very crucial is moisture optimization - which is commercial very important.
Regards,
Dr. S. Chandra.
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