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FEED MILL PROCESS ENGINEERING ANDRITZ Feed & Biofuel Technologies
Croston Engineering
ANDRITZ Feed & Biofuel Technologies is one of the world’s leading
Croston Engineering, since its formation
suppliers of technologies, systems and services for advanced industrial
in 1976, has specialised in the design
equipment for the animal feed, aqua feed and pet food industrys,
and building of plants for the animal feed
and for the biofuel
and many other associated industries
pelleting industry. We
throughout the UK. These include pet
are strongly committed
food, grain storage and handling, the
to excellent performance and quality of our products and to being
human food and drinks industries, plus
a strong partner for our customers. We have delivered products
other sectors that require the handling and processing of materials.
and plant solutions since the 1960s and have gained extensive
The Company’s expertise covers the whole range of animal feed
knowledge and insight into the demands of the specific feed and
production activities from the intake and bulk storage of raw materials
biofuel markets.
onward through blending, grinding, mixing, pelleting, extrusion, cooling,
Our focus is on innovation and keeping up with new technological
etc., to the final outloading of finished products.
developments. We always strive to provide our customers with
As an adjunct to new developments, the Company carries out
the newest technologies that will ensure better and more efficient
improvements or extensions to existing production plants in compliance
production, minimizing operation costs, maximizing energy efficiency
with the requirements of DSEAR/ATEX Explosion Regulations when
and environmental protection, and giving our customers a competitive
applicable.
advantage. When choosing products and solutions from ANDRITZ Feed
Croston Engineering is an Approved Safecontractor which is a recognised standard of competence throughout industry in complying
& Biofuel Technologies, you will have a qualified and experienced
with the requirements of safety legislation and procedures.
partner with the ability to assist you all the way from the start to the
Tarvin Mill, Barrow Lane, Tarvin, Chester CH3 8JF
finished product. We want to be a complete partner and supplier for our
Tel: 01829 741119 Fax: 01829 741169
customers and therefore offer a simple and efficient “one-stop-shop”
E-mail: admin@croston-engineering.co.uk
concept, which means we cover the entire process and supply all the
Web: www.croston-engineering.co.uk
machines for the line. Our products and solutions are tailor-made to meet the specific requirements and needs of our customers. ANDRITZ Feed & Biofuel Technologies provides processing
Dinnissen Process Technology
machines and equipment from raw material intake to finished feed
Premix production in the feed plant
bagging. Our pelleting and extrusion plants are designed with special
The production of premixes is being focussed on more and more
attention to food safety and traceability, and in addition, hygiene and
lately. The premix is an essential part of any feed-recipe, containing
regulations requirements are also in high focus.
the essential additives that give the end-product the desired taste and
Animal feed processing, Industrially produced animal feed
nutritional qualities. A
is undergoing continuous processing and quality improvement to
production area where
keep up with the effectiveness of the agricultural industry as well as
recipes are changed
the continuously increasing focus on food safety and traceability.
often, to accommodate the various products processed in one plant. To
ANDRITZ animal feed processing technologies appeal to both
ensure product quality, hygiene standards are of upmost importance.
commercial feed millers and farmers. Our pelleting technologies
Dinnissen Process Technology specializes in the development and
enable our customers to create their own unique recipes and
production of process technologies and equipment for the feed&aquafeed,
combinations of ingredients – making sure that the animals have the
food&pharma, pet food and chemical industries. One of the fields we are
right amount of vitamins and protein.
a specialist in, is the Premix industry. Dinnissen offers an extensive range
For further information, contact us on: Phone: +45 72 160 300, E-mail:
of products for the Premix producer. Stand-alone machinery, such as
andritz-fb.dk@andritz.com, Website: www.andritz.com/ft
the most hygienic Pegasus® Mixer for quick and efficient mixing results
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and the Pegasus® Vacuum Coater with which to add additives in coated
handling engineering companies within the animal feed sector, we offer a
layers, but also complete solutions including pneumatic transport and
unique and proven ability to deliver innovative and imaginative processing,
Big-Bag emptying. Many of our premix-lines are built around a vertical
packaging, storage and handling solutions, and pride ourselves on
concept; vertical discharge gives less contamination and saves energy
providing a specialist bespoke service on time and in budget.
due to gravitation forces. The raw materials are transported to a higher
Past projects have included:
level, discharged into a mixer, and after mixing put into bags on the
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Pellet Press and Conditioning Installation
lower level. With 70 years of experience we have become experts in
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Micro-Ingredients Additives Systems
designing, producing and installing hygienic processes in those areas
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New Production Plants
where contamination is unacceptable.
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Liquid Coating Systems
powtech@dinnissen.nl
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Raw Material Storage Systems
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Cooling Systems
Address: Horsterweg 66, 5975 NB, Sevenum (the Netherlands)
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Screening Systems
Telephone: +31 (0)77 467 3555
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Upgrading Pellet Lines
www.dinnissen.nl
Contact person: Perry Konings Fax: +31 (0)77 467 3785
Key services we offer include: •
Process Design Engineering
GAME Engineering
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Site Installation & Commissioning
Since our humble beginnings
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Bespoke Machinery Manufacture
in 1986, we are proud to
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Turnkey Process Solutions
have grown to a team of
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Site Management
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Project Management
over 70 experienced engineers, fabricators and project managers. Working around your existing production, we implement cost-effective
For further information contact us on:
solutions as quoted, resulting in you being fully operational with minimal
Phone - +44 (0) 1522 868021
downtime.
Email - sales@game-engineering.com
Regarded as one of the UK’s leading materials processing and
Website - www.game-engineering.com
EXPERIENCE
& TECHNOLOGY materials, From From the the intake intake of of raw raw materials, processing, and through processing, and on to the through processing, andon onto tothe the outloading products outloading of offinished finishedproducts productsour 25 practical experience is ouryes’ 41 practical experience 40 years’ years’ practical experience available to to you. is available to you you CROSTON ENGINEERING LTD. TARVIN MILL, BARROW LANE, TARVIN, CHESTER CH3 8JF Telephone: (01829) 741119 Fax: (01829) 741169 E.Mail: admin@croston-engineering.co.uk Web: www.croston-engineering.co.uk
Finished Products Distribution System incorporating elevators, conveyors and pellet screening.
CROSTON ENGINEERING LTD PROCESS PLANT ENGINEERS TO THE ANIMAL FEED, PET FOOD, GRAIN, BAKERY, FLOUR, FOOD, PHARMACEUTICAL AND CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES.
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Millson Engineering
dosing systems, storage silos for grain and feed, spare parts, electric
The company was founded in 1989 by its present owner and Managing
control and fully process automation, after sales service worldwide.
Director Tod Soloducha primarily to provide a Roll Assembly and Die
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refurbishment service to the Feed Compounding Industry. Millson
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Engineering is an established and well known supplier with a reputation
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for delivering a range of quality products and services. Currently we
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work in the Animal Feed, Agricultural, and General Engineering sectors, and are also actively involved in the Wood Pelleting, and Recyclable Materials industries. The company operates from a 6,000 plus square
Van Aarsen International
feet purpose built/ designed office complex and factory unit on the outskirts of Kidderminster, Worcestershire ideally
The vital link to your feed chain
placed for links to the local
The better the animal feed, the better the food on the table! It’s as
motorway network. The entire Millson team is committed to offering a
simple as that. Van Aarsen is developer, manufacturer and supplier
professional, quality, and value for money service.
of state of the art machines and complete feed mill solutions for the
Tel: +44(0)1562 823900
production of compound feed and premixes worldwide.
Fax: + 44(0)1562 823998
Email: sales@millsonengineering.com Web: www.millsonengineering.com
We take our crucial role in the ‘agro-feed’ chain seriously, helping you to achieve optimal solutions. Our innovative machines and complete feed mill solutions are designed and constructed to increase production
Ottevanger Milling Engineers B.V. Ottevanger Milling Engineers, established in 1909, is one of the leading European companies who have specialised in the design and manufacture of equipment and complete plants for the grain processing and compound feed industry. Our expertise based on many years of experience and know how make Ottevanger the ideal partner for realisation of your project. From basic design through to turn-key delivery. Ottevanger Milling Engineers, specialist in conventional and containerised mills for:
and lower operational costs; with minimum energy consumption and maximum benefit to feed safety and ease of operation. Since 1949. From concept to completion Van Aarsen thinks and acts with you from initial idea to final completion. Our way of doing business is focusing on your objectives. We want to know how you do your business. We take the time to understand all the subtleties underlying the different aspects of your feed mill or premix plant. Dozens of projects all over the world are the convincing evidence that we know how to offer the certainty of an investment that provides maximum added value. High performance Our machines are the heart of many compound feed factories. Weighing and dosing systems, hammer mills, batch mixers, liquid mixers, conditioners,
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Feed mills
pellet mills, counter-flow coolers, crumblers, transport equipment and
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Pet Food plants
storage silos. Long lifetime, low operating costs and high performance
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Aqua feed mills
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Premix & concentrate plants
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Cereal Processing plants
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Oil seed processing
The containerized feed mill which can be put together in a matter
are distinctive features applying to all Van Aarsen machines. advice@aarsen.com www.aarsen.com
van Mourik group
of weeks at a production site. The containerized mills can be supplied
At van Mourik Process
in the range of 1 to 45 tonnes per hour. The equipment is installed
Optimisation is our way of
20-foot container which can be handled as separate modules. At
thinking.
the plant location the containers are stacked to form a complete mill.
The
van
Mourik
Feeds for different species can be produced. Separate units have been
group focusses with a very
designed for production of pet food and treatment of raw materials,
experienced team on: consulting, design and realisations of feed
such as soybeans. The concept has also been developed for flour
milling projects.
production.
Our long standing service and maintenance activities is the
Our product range also includes i.a. mixers, hammer mills, pellet
backbone of the company and forms the foundation of experiential
mills, conditioners, extruders, driers/coolers, crumblers, crushers,
knowledge which gives van Mourik its distinctive skill set that
bucket elevators, screw conveyors, chain conveyors, weighing, liquid
enables the optimizing of your processes and development of capital
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improvement plans.
pet food manufacture. In addition to turnkey projects, our core products
Van Mourik started in 1990 as a mechanical installation company.
are hammer mills, ribbon and paddle mixers, double-shaft paddle
By strategic take-overs and natural growth the company has become
mixers, rotary sifters and coaters for liquids (vacuum and atmospheric).
a unique specialized neutral integrator employing 150 FTE with its
Approximately 80% of our products are exported.
focus on feed milling and premix process. The clients value our neutral position in the engineering studies and process advice.
In order to guarantee its high quality standards, Wynveen assembles and tests all its key equipment in-house.
An example of the approach is a recent request of an independent
Wynveen always aims to fully understand customer requirements,
client that needs to study an increase of its production by 25%. A
working in partnership with customers and using all our accumulated
dedicated team from van Mourik consisting of process specialists
knowledge and experience to deliver the optimum, often highly
that have their own expertise in mechanical and electro technical
innovative, technological solution. That’s why our company motto is:
control scanned the process of the client. Combined with the clients
‘Versatility in feed processing’.
goal Van Mourik makes a future process plan with a neutral advice
Delivery program:
on the equipment. This time it resulted to a concept change from an
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Storage silos for raw materials and finished products
additional grinding/mixing tower to an upgrade proposal for an existing
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Cleaners
production line.
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Transport systems:
Of course this approach can be the backbone of a bigger
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Elevators
investment in a complete new production line to become future proof.
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Chain conveyors
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Screw conveyors
The van Mourik group offers to help clients in the UK and Ireland with this approach to achieve efficiently and effectively their future goals.
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Intake weighing equipment
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Outloading weighing equipment
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Hammer mills
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Mixers
Wynveen International
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Coaters for liquids
Versatility in feed processing
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Pellet sifters
Wynveen International
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Loading and unloading systems:
B.V. is a leading Dutch
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Pneumatic ship unloading systems
company, specialising in
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Hydraulic driven lifting truck-platforms
the design, manufacture
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Truck dumping hoppers
and installation of
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Dust free bulk loading pipes
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Bagging-off lines
complete mills for the animal feed industry. With a knowledgeable, experienced and enthusiastic team, the
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Filter equipment
company focuses on the development and construction of high-quality
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Automation
innovative equipment and installations for animal feed, aqua feed and
www.wynveen.com
info@wynveen.com
Boylestraat 34, 6718 XM Ede The Netherlands +31 318 64 11 44 UK Contact +44 795 293 8252 info@vanmourik-group.com
www.vanmourik-group.com
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