Spotlight on …
FEED MILL PROCESS ENGINEERING ANDRITZ Feed & Biofuel Technologies
quality, robust, low maintenance equipment and our own UK based
As a leading global supplier
commissioning and service engineers.
of technology for aquafeed,
With system design and installation, we can work with a
animal feed, pet food, and
customers preferred contractors. Alternatively offer a complete turnkey
biofuel, ANDRITZ plays a vital role in the security of our global food
design and installation package, with a single point of contact for the
supply.
customer.
Our technology accounts for over half the world’s production of
Projects are managed in-house from concept through to
aquafeed and biomass alone. With five manufacturing facilities, a global
commissioning. After sales service and support ensures our clients
sales and service network, and a worldwide distribution chain, we are
continue to receive the best service, even long after any project has
confident that we can help you gain the competitive advantage you
been completed.
need to succeed in the market.
As a well-established supplier of equipment and services
We support feed producers of all capacities by supplying
to the industry, we have a fundamental understanding of how to
sustainable, hygienic solutions that are also energy-efficient and cost-
optimise equipment performance while still considering access and
effective, so you achieve the highest levels in safety and quality - from
maintenance requirements in all areas of our design.
feedstock to final product.
Working closely with our clients to expose any existing issues
ANDRITZ is unique in its ability to manufacture and supply every
or bottle necks, optimising and modernising systems for expansion
machine necessary for your feed manufacturing facility’s operation. Our
and increased throughput. At all times keeping ahead of legislation
complete plant solutions are tailor-made to fit the specific requirements
and industry requirements.
of your production.
We offer this service to all clients as part of our equipment supply
Whether your needs include individual process machines,
package, so whether you are just looking for equipment or looking for
complete processing lines, or spare parts and service – all Andritz
a company that can offer the complete package, in-house, we look
solutions come with our engineering expertise and extensive industry
forward to hearing from you.
knowledge.
Condex (UK) Ltd, White Cross, Lancaster, LA1 4XQ
The ability to produce high quality, high-performance feeds
Tel. 01524 61601
efficiently and effectively comes from the use of specialized processing
Email: info@condex.co.uk,
technology. It is best when it comes from a company with an in-depth
Web: www.pelletmills.com
understanding of each step in the process. Let us help feed your business. For further information, contact us on: Phone: +45 72 160 300,
Croston Engineering
E-mail: andritz-fb.dk@andritz.com
Croston Engineering, formed in 1976,
Website: www.andritz.com/ft
specialises in the design, building and servicing of bulk storage, mechanical/ pneumatic conveying, and weighing
Condex (UK) Ltd
systems for the animal feed and many other associated industries throughout the U.K. These include pet food, grain, human food and drinks industries from intake of raw materials to
Knowledge and experience as part of the package, since 1980 Our supply and engineering package has been developed over many years to compliment the needs of our customers. This starts with the basic service of identifying issues such as pellet quality, cooling efficiency and working with the customer to help improve process quality and productivity. If replacement equipment or upgrades are needed, we offer high
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out loading of finished products. As an adjunct to new developments, the Company carries out improvements or extensions to existing production plants in compliance with the requirements of DSEAR/ATEX Explosion Regulations when applicable. Croston Engineering is an Approved SafeContractor which is a recognised standard of competence throughout industry
Celebrating 45 years of supporting you in 2021! oral
Supporting manufacturers since 1976 with solutions in bulk handling, storage, and pneumatic and mechanical conveying, we have a wealth of experience for you to rely upon. Design and Implementation
New system solutions Modifications to systems Software improvements Minor ingredient additions Water dosing solutions
Ongoing Support
Critical Spares and Parts Emergency repairs DSEAR Reports Site surveys Fault finding
croston-engineering.co.uk
Servicing and Maintainance
Equipment Servicing Silo and pipeline cleaning Infestation works Calibration and certification Continuity and Earth testing
01829 741119 admin@croston-engineering.co.uk
At Condex you’re not just buying a pellet mill: Peace of mind: No bearings, seals or service down time … Guaranteed for 5 YEARS for UK Single V-Belt drive; High inertia, smooth and efficient No oil leaks into feed or on press floor Designed, fabricated and built in Italy
Support: Design, installation and project management services UK based stock and engineers 2-3 day Die and roll refurbishment Dies held in stock on request
Experience: Sales technicians who understand the day-to-day requirements of a busy mill >50 years manufacturing experience at La Meccanica Condex Ltd - established in 1980
www.lameccanica.it
WHITE CROSS, LANCASTER, LA1 4XQ Tel: 01524 61601 Email: info@condex.co.uk Web: www.condex.co.uk
…… Contact us to discuss your requirements
in complying with the requirements of safety legislation and procedures. Tarvin Mill, Barrow Lane, Tarvin, Chester CH3 8JF Tel: 01829 741119 Fax: 01829 741169 E-mail: admin@croston-engineering.co.uk Web: www.croston-engineering.co.uk
Ottevanger Milling Engineers B.V. Founded in 1909, Ottevanger Milling Engineers specializes in the design and manufacture of equipment and complete installations for the grain-
We are part of the Triott Group, a family-run (privately held)
processing and compound feed industry. This includes the design,
production technology business that helps society produce a greater
manufacture and management of complete (turnkey) production facilities
quality and quantity of animal feed and food – wherever in the world you
or individual lines for processes. Our engineers plan and create entire
are. Whatever your milling challenge, there’s a good chance we can solve
plants – across multiple continents and in diverse markets ranging from
it. So, whether you are striving for quick wins or a long- term strategic
mixed feed, premixes, additives, aqua feed, pet food and soybean
overhaul of your operation, we would love to hear from you.
processing. Our project and site management teams can implement
Web: www.ottevanger.com
the most complex projects; while our craftsmen build a wide range of
Email: info@ottevanger.com
high-performance production machinery that’s built to last.
van Mourik group At van Mourik Process Optimisation is our way of thinking. The van Mourik group focusses with a very experienced team on: consulting, design and realisations of feed milling projects. Our long standing service and maintenance activities is the backbone of the company and forms the foundation of experiential knowledge which gives van Mourik its distinctive skill set that enables the optimizing of your processes and development of capital improvement plans. Van Mourik started in 1990 as a mechanical installation company. By strategic take-overs and natural growth the company has become a unique specialized neutral integrator employing 150 FTE with its focus on feed milling and premix process. The clients value our neutral position in the engineering studies and process advice. An example of the approach is a recent request of an independent client that needs to study an increase of its production by 25%. A dedicated team from van Mourik consisting of process specialists that have their own expertise in mechanical and electro technical control scanned the process of the client. Combined with the clients goal Van Mourik makes Our product range includes mixers, hammer mills, pellet mills,
a future process plan with a neutral advice on the equipment. This time
conditioners, extruders, driers/coolers, crumblers, crushers, conveying
it resulted to a concept change from an additional grinding/mixing tower
equipment, weighing, liquid dosing systems, storage silos for grain and
to an upgrade proposal for an existing production line.
feed, spare parts, electric control and fully process automation and
Of course this approach can be the backbone of a bigger investment
after sales service worldwide. We also offer our unique containerised
in a complete new production line to become future proof. The van Mourik
mills which can be supplied in the range of 1 to 45 tonnes per hour. The
group offers to help clients in the UK and Ireland with this approach to
equipment is installed in 20-foot containers which can be handled as
achieve efficiently and effectively their future goals.
separate modules.
www.vanmourik-group.com
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