Feed Mill Equipment Solutions for Efficient Animal Feed Production

Efficient feed production depends on reliable equipment, accurate dosing and consistent product quality. Whether you operate a compound feed mill, premix facility or specialist animal nutrition plant, selecting the right equipment can help improve production efficiency, reduce waste and minimise downtime.

At Derwent James Ltd, we represent PLP Systems in the UK, providing access to proven feed mill equipment and process solutions used throughout the animal feed industry. With extensive experience in feed manufacturing processes, PLP Systems offers equipment designed to improve mixing accuracy, liquid addition, post-pellet coating and micro-ingredient dosing.

Why Feed Mill Equipment Selection Matters

Modern feed mills face a number of challenges, including:

• Maintaining consistent feed quality
• Accurate dosing of liquids and powders
• Incorporating heat-sensitive additives
• Improving pellet coating performance
• Reducing production downtime
• Increasing process efficiency and throughput

Choosing the right process equipment can help address these challenges while improving product consistency and operational reliability.

Post Pellet Coating Systems

Many feed manufacturers need to add enzymes, vitamins, aromas and other specialist additives after pellet production to preserve product effectiveness.

Post Pellet Coating for Micro Liquids

Designed for the accurate application of liquid additives including:

• Enzymes
• Vitamins
• Flavourings and aromas
• Nutritional additives

These systems help ensure uniform distribution while maintaining product quality.

Post Pellet Coating for Thermosensitive Products

Heat-sensitive ingredients can lose effectiveness when exposed to high temperatures during pellet production.

PLP Systems provides solutions for applying thermosensitive powder products after pelleting, including:

• Vitamins
• Whey powder
• Flavourings
• Specialist nutritional additives

Post Pellet Coating with Enzymes

Dedicated systems are available for the application of both liquid and powder enzymes, helping manufacturers achieve accurate dosing and consistent coverage.

Liquid Addition and Mixing Systems

Accurate liquid dosing plays a critical role in modern feed production.

Continuous Mixers for Flour Applications

Continuous mixing systems are available for adding liquids such as molasses into flour-based products, ensuring effective blending and consistent product quality.

Batch Liquid Dosing Systems – Feed mill equipment

For recipe preparation and controlled production processes, batch systems provide:

• Precise liquid dosing
• Homogenisation of ingredients
• Reliable recipe consistency

Continuous Liquid Dosing Systems – Feed mill equipment

Continuous dosing solutions are suitable for:

• Colourants
• Enzymes
• Organic acids
• Nutritional additives

These systems provide controlled addition and uniform distribution throughout the production process.

Liquid Handling and Homogenisation

PLP Systems offers equipment for both batch and continuous liquid processing, including:

• Homogenisers
• Emulsifiers
• Agitators
• Pumps
• Flow meters
• Liquid filters
• Spray systems

These solutions help ensure accurate liquid preparation and delivery throughout the feed manufacturing process.

Powder and Premix Dosing Systems

Accurate handling of powders and micro-ingredients is essential for product consistency and regulatory compliance.

Solid Ingredient Dosing

Solutions include:

• Mass weighing systems
• Screw feeders
• Weigh belts

Premix and Micro-Dosing Systems

PLP Systems provides equipment for:

• Premix production plants
• Micro-ingredient dosing
• Powder handling systems
• Medicated product dosing applications

Spraying Systems for Liquids and Powders – Feed mill equipment

Effective spraying technology can significantly improve ingredient distribution and product consistency.

Liquid Spraying Systems

Available solutions include:

• Spray nozzles
• Static systems
• SMOG series spraying equipment

Powder Spraying Systems – Feed mill equipment

Innovative powder spraying technology helps achieve accurate and uniform application of powdered additives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What equipment is used in a modern feed mill?

Typical equipment includes mixers, dosing systems, post-pellet coating systems, liquid handling equipment, premix systems and spraying technology designed to ensure accurate ingredient addition and product consistency.

Why is post pellet coating important?

Post pellet coating allows sensitive ingredients such as enzymes, vitamins and flavourings to be added after the pelleting process, helping maintain their effectiveness.

How can liquid dosing improve feed quality?

Accurate liquid dosing ensures ingredients are distributed evenly throughout the product, improving consistency and helping maintain nutritional specifications.

What are micro-dosing systems used for?

Micro-dosing systems accurately add small quantities of powders, additives, vitamins and medicated ingredients required within feed formulations.

Discuss Your Feed Mill Application

Every feed mill has unique process requirements. Whether you are upgrading an existing production line, improving ingredient dosing accuracy or introducing a new coating process, we can help identify the most suitable solution.

Contact Derwent James Ltd to discuss your application. We can arrange an initial discussion remotely or visit your site to review your process requirements and recommend the most appropriate PLP Systems equipment for your operation.