FE E D AND B IOFU E L

ANIMAL FE E D
TECHNOLOGIES
HOW CAN WE HELP FEED YOUR BUSINESS?
 Feeding and fueling
the planet

Dedicated to feeding and fueling the planet

ANDRITZ is vital to ensuring a reliable global s­ upply

of aqua feed, animal feed, pet food, and biofuel.
With full process lines accounting for half the ­world’s
production of aqua feed and biomass alone, we
continuously support leading producers in achieving
the highest levels in safety, quality, and control from
feedstock to final product.

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CA Y O UR
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 FEEDING AND FUELING THE PL ANET 2
E NGIN E E RE D
SUCCESS
YOUR KNOW YOUR PRODUCT. 4
WE KNOW PRODUCTIVITY

SUPPLIER OF KEY MACHINERY AND 6

COMPLETE PROCESS PL ANT SOLUTIONS

EFFICIENT FEED 8
PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY

KEEP YOUR BUSINESS GROWING WITH 9

OUR GLOBAL SERVICE NETWORK

ANDRITZ: ICEL AND’S TOP FEED 10

­F ACTORY RISES FROM THE SEA

GLOBAL SUPPLIER 12
– LOCAL PRESENCE

LET’S FEED AND FUEL YOUR BUSINESS

The future of food and energy is full of ambitious ideas such as novel nutrient blends, unique feed
­properties that boost conversion rates, and high capacity process lines that virtually eliminate waste.
To seize upon these opportunities, feed and biofuel producers demand a partner they can trust to
deliver the right production capacity with the right service and expertise today – and for decades
to come.

As a partner with more than 180 years of industry experience, no one knows more about these oppor­
tunities than ANDRITZ. From initial feedstock analysis to grinding, conditioning, and drying.
From extrusion and pelleting all the way through to the largest parts and service supply chain on
the planet. Together with leading producers in all major markets worldwide, our knowledge, services,
and ­solutions continue to drive the evolution of tomorrow’s feed and biofuel production.

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You know your product.
We know productivity
The ability to produce high quality, high-performance feeds efficiently
and effectively, comes from the use of specialized processing tech­
nology and it is best when it comes from a company with an in-depth
understanding of each step in the process.
ANDRITZ manufactures and supplies all the machine in the feed pelle­
ting line and partners with each of our customers to design a solution
that best matches their specific processing needs.

ADVANCED TECHNOLOGIES need - ANDRITZ will take you smoothly from raw ma­
We are strongly committed to excellent p ­ erformance terial intake to finished feed bulk loading.
and the quality of our pro­d ucts, thus making us a
strong partner for our customers. Our focus is on inno­ PROJECT MANAGEMENT
vation and keeping up with the technological develop­ Our easy-to-operate plants, adaptable systems, short
ments. We always strive to provide our customers with implementation times and proven performance make
the newest technologies that will result in: us the stand out partner for the animal feed processes.
• Better and more efficient production Our core competencies, leading technologies, and in­
• Minimizing operation cost ternational business units work together in perfect uni­
• Maximizing energy efficiency son. The ANDRITZ staff commitment and dynamics truly
• Environmental protection considerations distinguish us from other suppliers. Experienced project
managers teamed with specialized, subject area ex­
We give our customers the advanced technologies perts ensures that we exceed your expectations every
that will ensure them a competitive advantage. time. Through outstanding performance, mastery of key
process technologies, and engineering capabilities,
FEED PROCESSING TECHNOLOGIES ANDRITZ has become a leading global supplier of pel­
Our pelleting plants are designed to provide the best leting equipment and systems.
food safety and traceability results, assisting produc­
tion operations in meeting the hygiene and regulations Being the largest supplier worldwide of equipment to the
requirements that assuring animal health and welfare. feed industry with more than 180 years of experience, five
manufacturing facilities, and a global network of sales
ANIMAL FEED and service companies, plus a supplementary world­wide
Our animal feed processing technologies appeal to distribution network, we are confident in claiming that
both commercial feed millers producing for onward sale, ANDRITZ is able to supply the optimum technology solu­
as well as to farmers making feed for their animals. tion for any possible need in animal feed plants.

Our pelleting technologies enable our customers to

­create their own unique recipes and combinations of WE OFFER
­ingredients – making sure that the animals are given
the right amount of vitamins and protein. • Process line solutions
• Unit machines
COMPLETE PL ANT SOLUTIONS • Technical consultancy
Our solutions are simple and effective. We strive to be • Engineering services
a “one-stop” all-round supplier for all pelleting needs. • Aftermarket service and support
Whether it is individual process machines, complete
processing lines, or spare parts and services that you

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mbler Drum Sieve
grinder
MAIN MACHINES IN THE ANIMAL FEED PROCESSING TECHNOLOGY
P
alve Optimill Conditioner CM Conditioner
SVP pellet mill

DA Mixers
m Coater Optimill
Disc Mills Pulverizer
CM conditioner S

US 43“
Roller mill
SDDC conditioner Paladin CRT conditioner
ker
ioner Rotary valve 501 Ace
Extruder P
sprout hammermill
Disc Mills Conditioner
et mill
Extruder
pellet tester gear mill Pellet mill
BioMax
B US 38“ SPROUT Gear mill 501 Ace

ExtruMax Twin 718

gear mill
Outlet Pellet millG
Slide
Sifter Roto Shaker sprout hammermill
Silo Unloader
Pocket Feeder ExtruMax Twin 718
PM615

LM Pellet mill
Optimix PM615

atory screener Outlet Slide

Paladin
PM615
cooler OptiMix F
Pocket Feeder
SMXD mixer FeedMax Separator
Extruder Paladin
Flextex Mixer FeedMax

ECS Separator
Cooler FeedMax
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Separator
Supplier of key machinery
and complete process plant
solutions
BULK INTAKE SYSTEM WITH ASPIRATION FILTER CONDITIONER
Bulk intake hopper and conveying system. CM series for pre-conditioning with addition of liquids
and steam, providing optimum mixing and retention
INGREDIENTS SILOS AND HOPPER SCALES time. CRT series for controlled temperature and time,
Hopper scales for weighing of individual ingredients in including first-in-first-out solutions for unmatched
formula mixtures. feed hygiene. Hot start conditioning also avaliable.

LIVE BIN FEED EXPANDER

For pre-mixing of feed ingredients prior to grinding to Mechanical/thermal super-conditioning and stabiliz­
ensure optimum hammer mill performance and homo­ ation of feed mixture. Capacity: up to 80 t/h.
geneous particle size distribution.
PELLET MILL
OPTIMILL HAMMER MILL Pellet mill design with focus on high performance, re­
1500/1800 rpm grinder in a variety of sizes for low-fat liability, feed hygiene, ease of maintenance, control­
raw materials and high capacities. Capacity range: up lability, and low energy consumption. Complete ran­
to 60t/h ge of belt-driven and gear-driven models available,
matching any possible feed plant preference.
MULTIMILL HAMMER MILL Capacity: up to 100 t/h.
3000/3600 rpm hammer mill with small hammer-to-
screen clearance. Screen perforations as small as 0.75
mm (1/32"). Capacity: up to 25 t/h.

ROLLER MILL
Roller mills in 1, 2, or 3 layers with easily adjustable and
efficient size reduction of grains to provide narrow par­
ticle size distribution.

ASPIRATION FILTERS
Fully automatic, continuously operating bag filters
cleaned by compressed air. A variety of filters s­ upport
any need for process air filtration throughout the entire
pelleting plant.

PREMIX AND MICRO-INGREDIENTS

WEIGHING UNIT
Micro-ingredients weighing unit for weighing/­metering
of premix and micro-ingredients in formula mixtures.

OPTIMIX PADDLE MIXER

OptiMix paddle mixer for dry mixing in connection with
­addition of high amounts of liquids.
Capacity: up to 40 t/h. Batches: up to 6 t.
INTAKE WEIGHING

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 COOLER PROCESS AUTOMATION
Vertical counter flow coolers in several models, suitable Automation systems are available as basic control sys­
for the exact types of feed from any feed mill. tems or as fully automatic systems for control of each
Capacity: up to 60 t/h. process machine or of complete process lines. The sys­
tem ensures cost-effective processing and consistent
CRUMBLER feed quality. The plant design with integrated automa­
Crumbler for controlled crumbling with optional auto­ tion solutions provides full traceability of ingredients
matic feeding and with roll adjustment. Capacity: up and process parameters.
to 40 t/h.

To view our machines in a more direct and lively way, we added

MICRO-FLUID ADDITION augmented reality to our processing flows. Check it out.
MFS micro-fluid system for accurate addition of l­iquid
enzymes, vitamins, aromatics, and p
­ igments, for HOW TO
Download our ANDRITZ AR APP on our website
stand-alone use or use in combination with oil/fat or in the AppStore/PlayStore
­coating.

Scan the marked icons and experience the enhanced content.

CONDITIONING, PELLETING, COOLING MFS FINISHED FEED SILO / TRUCK LOADING

Hammermill
Optimill

FeedMax

Paladin

OptiMix

GRINDING & MIXING PELLETING & COOLING COATING SILO / OUTLOADING

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Efficient feed
processing technology
Industrially produced feed is undergoing a continuous quality improve­
ment process to keep pace with the needs of the agricultural industry.
ANDRITZ pellet mills represent state-of-the-art technology, ensuring
high-quality feed at minimum operating costs.

ANDRITZ OFFERS A CLOSE data logging system ensures full process and
CO-OPERATION BASED ON: product traceability, and the automation equip­
• State-of-the-art technologies ment includes preventive maintenance systems.
• Complete product range to fulfil
every need for process lines A
• High performance
• Superior product quality
• PC-based automation and
process monitoring

CUSTOMIZED SOLUTIONS
Products from ANDRITZ ensure process
consistency and flexibility. With mul­
tiple design features and modular sys­
tems as a starting point, our engineers
are ­capable of designing a solution that
meets the demands for high production
capacity and quality.

FORMUL A MANAGEMENT
After a formula has been entered into
the advanced process control system,
the complete process – from intake of
ingredients to finished product – then
begins. The operator can follow the en­
tire process on-screen. The continuous

A The Optimill consists of a hammer mill for raw material grinding of normal to coarse
structuredfeed products, such as cattle, pig and poultry feeds.

B The OptiMix series combines the best of current mixing t­ echnology with proven features
from our long-established family of mixers, o
­ ffering short and efficient mixing time.

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Keep your business growing
with our global service
network
Our excellent aftermarket service and support is what sets us
apart from our competitors. Our cooperation with our customers
does not end with the sale – or the machine installation. The good
customer relationship is extended through important after-sales
service and support.

OUR SERVICES
Our highly skilled and motivated emplo­
yees stand ready to help you with:
• After-sales services, support, and
­follow-ups
• Spare and wear parts, maintenance,
and repairs
• Process optimization
• Training of plant operators

FIELD SERVICES
We offer our customers excellent field
services, where our service techni­c ians
come to you and your plant for assistan­
ce. The depth and experience of our
field service specialists is ­u nmatched
– backed by the full knowledge and
technical support that only the equip­
ment manufacturer can provide.

BENEFITS

There are several benefits to be

gained from ­continuous upgrades,
optimizations, and services on
your ­equipment:
• Maximum production
• Process knowledge and
­ex­perience
• Reliability and cost efficiency
• Reduced life cycle costs
• Short and effective shutdowns
• Improved energy efficiency AFTERMARKET
Service and support by
ANDRITZ Aftermarket

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ANDRITZ:
Iceland’s top feed factory
rises from the sea
LIFL AND
Lifland, Grundartangi, on the coast
of an inlet just north of Reykjavik.

In 2006, an Icelandic compound feed company decided to

make a major investment in the future. The goal: To build the
country’s most modern, flexible and productive feed mill for
a wide range of livestock. With support from ANDRITZ, this
100-year-old company is now successfully leading the way
into a new era of growth.

When Thorir Haraldsson decided to just north of Reykjavik. Together with

modernize his operation, he knew he Haraldsson, they discussed the barley,
needed an engineering partner he could wheat and vitamin formulations Lifland
trust. “I contacted a number of sup­ intended to use. Raw material storage,
pliers,” explains Haraldsson, Di­rector silo sizes, and cooler systems were de­
of the Lifland animal feed mill, “and fined, and ­ANDRITZ proceeded to de­
­A NDRITZ was the only one able to come sign a state-of-the-art feed facility,
to our site to design, deliver and com­ including all of the elevators, conveyor
mission a complete process line factory systems and ancillary equipment neces­
from the ground up. No one else had all sary for a fully integrated factory.
the capabilities I needed.”
Regrettably, in 2008 the global finan­
TAILORING THE DESIGN cial crisis struck Iceland with full force,
The ANDRITZ team arrived in putting the project’s finances on hold.
­G rundartangi, on the coast of an ­inlet Through it all, a strong ­collaborative

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partnership ensued, knowing that new Growing capacity, enhancing control
financing would eventually be se­ Fortunately, Haraldsson had the foresight
cured and the project moved ahead as to request a facility with sufficient space
planned. to expand, and in 2015 an additional pro­
cess line was designed and installed.
THE RISE OF A MODERN FEED MILL ­Other fine-tuning and upgrades were
When the team of engineers and done simultaneously on the first line, which
electricians arrived from Denmark, had been operating around the clock, five
Lifland had constructed a new quay in days a week. “This meant that any main­
­G rundartangi harbor from crushed lava tenance work had to be completed on
stones, and less than a year later, in the weekends,” says H ­ araldsson. “With
October 2010, the completed plant was the second line, we can now produce al­
inau­g urated with a celebration of 400 most twice the volume while working just
visitors, including several government two 16-hour shifts per week.”
mini­sters. Together, Lifland and ANDRITZ
built I­celand’s largest feed mill, capable Thanks to the combination of high per­
of producing 12 tons of feed per hour. formance, low energy consumption, and
rapid changeover times, the Lifland fac­
With the help of training and com­ tory‘s products are now extremely com­
missioning assistance from ANDRITZ, petitive in terms of price and quality. The
Lifland’s technicians were soon pro­ new line is used primarily for broiler and
ducing at full capacity. An advanced layer feed, while the first line continues to
double cooler system made it possible to change recipes for additional products
change recipes in minutes - a significant including, most recently, cattle feed.
advantage for processing a broad range
of feed products for ­Icelandic horses,
cows, sheep, pigs, broilers, and layers. By
the end of the first year, Lifland had pro­
duced a full 24,000 tons of feed.

“I’m very pleased with how this part-

nership worked out. When I first stood
here and point­ed to where I planned
to build, the ANDRITZ staff looked
at me and said, ‘But it’s just the sea!
Where is the land?’ Here we are to-
day in that same spot, producing
40,000 high-­quality tons per year
in the middle of a fast g­ rowing new
sea­port. It’s a very exciting time.”
THORIR HARALDSSON
Director­, Lifland animal feed mill, Iceland

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GLOBAL SUPPLIER – LOCAL PRESENCE

With sales, service, engineering, manufacturing and production sites located

all around the world, ANDRITZ Feed and Biofuel is truly a global organization
with a local presence. ANDRITZ is vital to ensuring a reliable global supply
of aqua feed, animal feed, pet food, and biofuel. With full process lines
accounting for half the world’s production of aqua feed and biomass alone,
we continuously support leading producers in achieving the highest levels in
safety, quality, and control from feedstock to final product.

How can we help grow your business?

ANDRITZ Feed and Biofuel A/S

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