Our Maikong animal feed pellet machine is a revolutionary solution designed to transform Nigeria’s livestock and aquaculture sectors by converting raw agricultural materials—such as maize, soybean meal, grass, and rice husks—into dense, nutrient-rich pellets. Unlike traditional loose feed that often leads to nutrient segregation or spoilage, our machines ensure uniform nutrient distribution in every pellet, critical for poultry, cattle, and fish farming. With models ranging from small 220V units for rural farmers to industrial 50-ton/hour systems, we cater to all scales of operation. Key advantages include moisture control (8–12% output), compatibility with invasive plants like water hyacinth common in Nigerian water bodies, and pellets meeting EU export standards. Our machines also support circular agriculture by converting crop residues into organic fertilizer pellets, boosting farm profitability by up to 30% through reduced feed costs and improved Feed Conversion Ratios (FCR). Hybrid PTO/diesel options address Nigeria’s frequent power outages, ensuring uninterrupted production.
Our pellet machines operate through biomechanical compression, heat, and friction. Pre-crushed ingredients enter a hopper, where an auger delivers them evenly to a conditioning chamber. Here, steam or liquid additives soften fibrous materials like grass. The mixture then enters the heart of the machine: a rotating die paired with alloy steel rollers exerting 100–150kg/cm² pressure. As the die turns, rollers force material through die holes, where friction raises temperatures to 70–90°C, naturally sterilizing feed by killing pathogens while gelatinizing starches for better digestibility. Extruded strands are cut to customizable lengths (2–12mm) and cooled for storage. Innovations like tapered rollers extend die lifespan to 800+ tons, and IoT sensors monitor motor load to prevent breakdowns. For Nigeria’s off-grid areas, hydraulic clutches in diesel/PTO models maintain torque during power cuts, ensuring consistent output. Trials show cattle fed our pellets gain weight 25% faster than those on loose rations.
Our fish feed pellet machines specialize in producing floating or sinking pellets tailored to Nigeria’s catfish and tilapia farms. Raw materials (fish meal, maize, vitamins) are hammer-milled to ≤3mm, mixed uniformly, and conditioned at 80–90°C to gelatinize starches—critical for floating pellets’ water stability. The mixture enters a ring die extruder, where screws apply shear force and pressure (120–150kg/cm²), expanding the feed’s porosity for buoyancy. Floating pellets retain their shape for 12–36 hours in water, reducing waste by 15% compared to sinking feed. For diesel-powered models in Niger Delta communities, we integrate moisture sensors to maintain 10–12% humidity, preventing mold in humid climates. Our extruders also allow higher oil content (up to 20%) without compromising pellet integrity, ideal for nutrient-dense tilapia feed. Nigerian farms report 30% higher survival rates in fingerlings fed our pellets due to pathogen-free processing.
Our Maikong floating fish feed pellet machine operates through a specialized extrusion process designed to produce buoyant, nutrient-rich pellets for tilapia, catfish, and other aquatic species farmed across Nigeria. Raw materials like fish meal, maize, soybean, and vitamins are first crushed into fine particles (≤3mm) using a hammer mill, ensuring uniform mixing for balanced nutrition. The mixed powder enters a conditioning chamber where steam at 80–90°C gelatinizes starches, enhancing binding and digestibility. Next, the conditioned mixture is fed into the extruder barrel, where a rotating screw applies intense pressure (120–150kg/cm²) and shear force, forcing the material through a die with precision-drilled holes. This high-temperature, high-pressure environment expands the starch structure, creating porous pellets that trap air for buoyancy. As extruded strands exit the die, adjustable knives cut them into 2–10mm lengths. Finally, pellets are cooled to 10–12% moisture content in a dryer, ensuring shelf stability and water resistance for 12+ hours. Key innovations like moisture sensors and hybrid PTO/diesel drives adapt to Nigeria’s humid climate and power fluctuations, while IoT-enabled models monitor motor load to prevent downtime. Farmers report 30% higher feed conversion rates (FCR) due to reduced waste and improved nutrient absorption.
Year | Milestone | Key Innovator | Impact |
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1930s | Flat-die prototype | German engineers | Enabled small-scale poultry feed production |
1958 | First ring-die commercial model | Maikong founder Li Qiang | Boosted capacity to 500kg/hour |
1987 | Steam-conditioning integration | Maikong R&D team | Improved pellet durability by 40% |
2005 | Hybrid PTO/diesel design | Engineer Musa Adekunle | Solved power instability in rural Africa |
2018 | AI-driven maintenance alerts | Maikong IoT division | Reduced downtime by 35% |
2023 | Carbon-negative pellet tech | Maikong-SANBI partnership | Cut methane emissions in cattle feed |
Function | Technical Spec | Benefit |
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Pathogen elimination | 80°C thermal processing | Kills salmonella, fungi |
Multi-material processing | Handles grass, maize, fish meal | Adapts to local Nigerian crops |
Floating fish feed production | Adjustable die porosity | Reduces waste in aquaculture |
Moisture control | 8–12% output humidity | Prevents mold in tropical climates |
Hybrid power options | PTO/diesel/electric | Resilient to power outages |
IoT performance monitoring | Real-time motor load alerts | Prevents breakdowns |
Custom pellet sizing | 2–12mm die holes | Tailored for chicks, adult livestock |
Low-noise operation | ≤75dB | Suitable for residential farms |
Oil-rich pellet stability | Up to 20% fat content | Ideal for high-protein fish feed |
Circular agriculture support | Processes crop residues | Cuts feed costs by 30% |
Quick die replacement | Tool-free design | Saves 50% maintenance time |
Starch gelatinization | Steam conditioning | Boosts digestibility by 25% |
EU export compliance | ISO/CE certification | Expands market access |
Building our Maikong feed pellet machine starts with high-grade alloy steel for the die and rollers, CNC-machined to 0.1mm precision for consistent compression. The frame uses reinforced carbon steel welded with robotic arms to withstand 150kg/cm² operational pressure. Critical components like the conditioning chamber integrate steam nozzles and moisture sensors to maintain 80–90°C starch gelatinization, while the extruder screw’s helical grooves are plasma-coated for wear resistance. Assembly begins with mounting the die-roller unit onto a heavy-duty gearbox connected to a 15–75kW motor (adjustable for farm-scale or industrial use). Electrical systems include overload protectors and IoT modules for remote monitoring in Nigeria’s humid conditions. For floating fish feed models, we add a post-extrusion dryer with temperature controls to stabilize pellet buoyancy. Final testing involves running maize-soy blends for 48 hours to validate throughput (100–5,000kg/h) and pellet integrity. Farmers can customize with diesel engines for off-grid use or solar hybrids for cost savings. Our Lagos factory provides localized spare parts, ensuring <72hr downtime for repairs.
Step | Process | Key Requirements |
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1 | Design frame & hopper | Heavy-duty steel welding for stability |
2 | Install motor & gearbox | 15–75kW motor with torque converter |
3 | Assemble die & rollers | Alloy steel with 0.1mm precision CNC machining |
4 | Integrate conditioning chamber | Steam nozzles for starch gelatinization (80–90°C) |
5 | Connect power transmission | V-belts or direct drive for hybrid PTO/diesel models |
6 | Mount safety overload protector | Prevents motor burnout during jams |
7 | Install cutting mechanism | Adjustable blades for 2–12mm pellet length |
8 | Add lubrication system | Automatic oil pumps for die-roller unit |
9 | Test with maize/soy blend | Validate 100–5,000kg/h throughput |
10 | Finalize IoT sensors (optional) | Monitor temperature, motor load, and humidity |
Our Maikong feed pellet machine combines robust engineering with Nigeria-specific adaptations to handle local crops like cassava, maize, and fishmeal. Construction begins with a reinforced carbon steel frame welded to withstand 150kg/cm² operational pressure, critical for processing fibrous materials like grass or rice husks. The heart of our machine—die and rollers—uses plasma-coated alloy steel to resist wear during high-pressure extrusion (120–150kg/cm²), while a conditioning chamber with steam injectors ensures starch gelatinization at 80–90°C, boosting digestibility by 25%. For off-grid farms, we integrate hybrid PTO/diesel drives to counter power instability, paired with IoT-enabled load sensors to prevent overheating. Key steps include calibrating die-hole diameters (2–12mm) for species-specific pellets (e.g., 3mm for poultry, 8mm for cattle), installing quick-release mechanisms for die changes under 10 minutes, and testing with moisture-controlled blends (12–18% humidity) to prevent mold in Nigeria’s tropical climate. Our Lagos factory provides localized spare parts, ensuring <72hr downtime for repairs, while modular designs allow solar panel retrofits for cost savings.
Step | Key Action | Technical Spec |
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1 | Select die material | 38CrMoAl alloy steel, nitrided for 1,000+ tons lifespan |
2 | Assemble gearbox | 1:6 reduction ratio for 60–120rpm roller speed |
3 | Install moisture sensors | Maintain 12–18% humidity for tropical climates |
4 | Integrate safety shear pins | Snap at 200% overload to protect motor |
5 | Calibrate steam conditioning | 0.1MPa steam pressure for 90°C pasteurization |
6 | Test pellet durability | >95% integrity after 30min water immersion |
7 | Add auto-greasing system | Lubricates bearings every 8hrs runtime |
8 | Final QC with local crops | Cassava/maize blends at 500kg/h trial runs |
Application | Target Material | Output Benefit |
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Poultry feed | Maize, soybean, fishmeal | Uniform 3–4mm pellets, 20% higher FCR |
Aquaculture feed | Fishmeal, algae | Floating pellets with 12hr water stability |
Cattle feed | Grass, cotton stalks | 8mm pellets, reduces methane emissions |
Organic fertilizer | Crop residues | Slow-release NPK granules |
Biomass fuel | Sawdust, rice husks | High-density energy pellets |
Pig feed | Corn, wheat bran | Heat-treated to kill pathogens |
Pet food | Meat byproducts | Balanced nutrition, no preservatives |
Rabbit feed | Alfalfa, clover | High-fiber 5mm pellets |
Horse feed | Oats, molasses | Low-dust, 10mm pellets |
Poultry litter | Wood shavings | Absorbent, odor-control pellets |
Fish farming | Shrimp meal, vitamins | Sinking pellets for bottom feeders |
Laboratory use | Custom nutrient blends | 1–2mm precision pellets for research |
Emergency rations | Compressed grains | 5-year shelf-life storage |
Our Maikong husk animal feed pellet machine operates through a high-efficiency process designed to convert rice husks, maize stalks, and other fibrous agricultural byproducts into dense, nutrient-rich pellets for livestock and poultry. The operation begins with pre-crushing raw materials to ≤3mm particles using a hammer mill, ensuring uniform mixing for balanced nutrition. Crushed materials then enter a conditioning chamber where steam at 80–90°C gelatinizes starches, enhancing binding and digestibility. The conditioned mixture is fed into the extruder barrel, where a rotating screw applies intense pressure (120–150kg/cm²) and shear force, forcing the material through a die with precision-drilled holes. This high-temperature, high-pressure environment sterilizes feed by killing pathogens while compressing fibers into durable pellets. Extruded strands are cut to customizable lengths (2–12mm) and cooled to 10–12% moisture content for storage stability. Key innovations like hybrid PTO/diesel drives adapt to Nigeria’s power fluctuations, while IoT sensors monitor motor load to prevent downtime. Farmers report 30% higher feed conversion rates (FCR) due to reduced waste and improved nutrient absorption.
Reason | Technical Advantage | Impact |
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Cost reduction | Processes local crop residues (rice husks, grass) | Cuts feed costs by 30–40% |
Pathogen elimination | 80°C thermal processing | Kills salmonella, fungi |
Energy efficiency | Hybrid PTO/diesel options | Reduces power dependency |
Multi-material processing | Handles maize, soybean, fishmeal | Adapts to diverse Nigerian crops |
Custom pellet sizing | 2–12mm die holes | Tailored for chicks, cattle, fish |
Moisture control | 8–12% output humidity | Prevents mold in tropical climates |
Nutrient retention | Starch gelatinization | Boosts digestibility by 25% |
Low maintenance | Quick-release die design | <10-minute part replacement |
EU export compliance | ISO/CE certification | Expands market access |
Circular agriculture | Converts waste to fertilizer pellets | Boosts farm profitability |
IoT monitoring | Real-time motor load alerts | Prevents breakdowns |
Floating fish feed | Adjustable die porosity | Reduces aquaculture waste |
Local support | Lagos spare parts depot | <72hr repair turnaround |
Step | Action | Technical Detail |
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1 | Pre-crush materials | Hammer mill to ≤3mm particles |
2 | Condition with steam | 80–90°C for starch binding |
3 | Load into extruder | Screw pressure: 120–150kg/cm² |
4 | Adjust die hole size | 2–12mm for target livestock |
5 | Monitor IoT sensors | Prevent motor overload |
6 | Cut & cool pellets | 10–12% moisture output |
7 | Store in dry area | PE/PET bags for 6+ month shelf life |
User | Application | Benefit |
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Poultry farmers | Chicken, duck feed | Uniform 3–4mm pellets, 20% higher FCR |
Catfish farms | Floating/sinking pellets | 12hr water stability |
Cattle ranchers | Grass, maize stalk pellets | Reduces methane emissions |
Feed mills | Commercial pellet production | EU-standard export compliance |
Goat/sheep herders | High-fiber pellets | Improves digestion |
Pig farmers | Heat-treated pellets | Pathogen-free feed |
Aquaculture cooperatives | Shrimp, tilapia feed | 30% higher survival rates |
Organic fertilizer producers | Crop waste pellets | Slow-release NPK granules |
Rural women’s cooperatives | Small-scale pelletizing | Income diversification |
Livestock NGOs | Disaster relief feed | Long shelf-life rations |
Biofuel producers | Rice husk pellets | Clean energy feedstock |
Poultry processors | Litter pellets | Absorbent, odor-control |
Research institutes | Custom nutrient blends | Precision livestock studies |
Application Scenario | Target Feed Type | Key Benefit |
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Poultry Farms | Chicken, duck, turkey pellets | Uniform 2–4mm pellets improve FCR by 20% |
Catfish & Tilapia Farms | Floating/sinking fish feed | 24hr water stability, 30% less waste |
Cattle Ranches | Grass, maize stalk pellets | Reduces methane emissions by 15% |
Commercial Feed Mills | Bulk livestock/poultry feed | EU-standard pellets for export |
Goat/Sheep Farms | High-fiber alfalfa pellets | Improves digestion & weight gain |
Pig Farms | Heat-treated soybean pellets | Kills pathogens like salmonella |
Rabbit Farms | Herbivore-specific pellets | Prevents selective feeding |
Organic Fertilizer | Crop waste pellets | Slow-release NPK granules |
Rural Cooperatives | Small-scale pelletizing | Income diversification |
Disaster Relief | Long-shelf-life rations | 6-month storage stability |
Biomass Fuel | Rice husk/wood pellets | Clean energy feedstock |
Poultry Litter | Sawdust/wood pellet bedding | Absorbs moisture, reduces odor |
Research Institutes | Custom nutrient blends | Precision animal nutrition studies |
Location | User Type | Key Requirement |
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Lagos Poultry Clusters | Large-scale farms | High-capacity (1–5t/h) machines |
Niger Delta Fish Farms | Aquaculture SMEs | Floating pellet machines |
Northern Cattle Ranches | Nomadic herders | Diesel/PTO-powered models |
Abuja Feed Mills | Commercial producers | ISO-certified pellet lines |
Ogun State Goat Farms | Smallholders | Affordable 100kg/h units |
Enugu Pig Cooperatives | Women’s groups | Easy-to-operate designs |
Kano Research Centers | Govt. agencies | Customizable lab-scale machines |
Port Harcourt Ports | Exporters | Pellet coolers for humidity control |
Benin Organic Farms | Eco-friendly producers | Fertilizer pellet attachments |
Jos Disaster Camps | NGOs | Solar-powered emergency units |
Ibadan Universities | Agriculture depts. | Training/demo machines |
Calabar Biomass Plants | Renewable energy cos. | Multi-material pelletizers |
Onitsha Markets | Retailers | Compact 50kg/h models |
Part Name | Quantity | Unit | Function |
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Alloy Steel Die | 1 | Set | Forms 2–12mm pellets |
Pressure Rollers | 2–4 | Pieces | Compress feed into die holes |
Conditioning Chamber | 1 | Unit | Steam-injects for starch gelatinization |
Hybrid PTO Shaft | 1 | Unit | Connects to diesel engines/tractors |
IoT Load Sensor | 1 | Unit | Monitors motor performance |
Pellet Cutter | 1 | Set | Adjusts pellet length (5–30mm) |
Lubrication Pump | 1 | Unit | Auto-greases bearings every 8hrs |
Spare Screens | 3–5 | Pieces | Filters raw material particles |
Emergency Shear Pins | 10 | Pieces | Protects motor from overload |
Cooling Conveyor | 1 | Unit | Reduces pellet moisture to 12% |
Die Wrench Kit | 1 | Set | Quick die replacement (<10min) |
Diesel Engine Adapter | 1 | Unit | Converts electric to diesel power |
Spare Belt Set | 2 | Sets | Drives main gearbox |
Livestock Type | Machine Type | Pellet Specs |
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Broiler Chickens | Ring-die pellet mill | 2–3mm, high-protein |
Laying Hens | Flat-die pellet mill | 3–4mm, calcium-rich |
Catfish | Floating pellet extruder | 4–6mm, 24hr buoyancy |
Dairy Cattle | Heavy-duty pellet press | 8–10mm, fiber-rich |
Goats/Sheep | Multi-layer pelletizer | 6–8mm, alfalfa-based |
Pigs | Steam-conditioned mill | 4–5mm, heat-treated |
Rabbits | Low-speed pellet mill | 3–5mm, herbivore mix |
Turkeys | High-fat pellet machine | 4–6mm, 12% oil content |
Shrimp | Micro-pellet extruder | 0.9–2mm, slow-sinking |
Horses | Dust-free pellet mill | 10–12mm, molasses-coated |
Quails | Precision mini-pelleter | 1.5–2mm, high-energy |
Camels | Desert-grade pelletizer | 8–12mm, salt-added |
Organic Poultry | Non-GMO pellet line | 3–5mm, antibiotic-free |
Material Type | Pellet Specifications | Key Benefit |
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Maize/Corn | 2–4mm diameter, 10–12% moisture | High-energy poultry/cattle feed |
Soybean Meal | 3–5mm, heat-treated at 80°C | 40% protein content, pathogen-free |
Rice Husk | 4–6mm, compressed at 120kg/cm² | Low-cost fiber supplement |
Fish Meal | 2–3mm floating pellets | 24hr water stability for aquaculture |
Cassava Peels | 5–8mm, steam-conditioned | Reduces waste, 15% starch content |
Palm Kernel Cake | 6–8mm, high-fat pellets | 18% oil retention for livestock |
Grass/Hay | 3–5mm, fiber-rich | Improves ruminant digestion |
Vegetable Waste | 4–6mm, mixed blends | Nutrient recycling for poultry |
Wood Shavings | 8–10mm, low-moisture | Bedding pellets for poultry farms |
Sunflower Stalks | 5–7mm, high-lignin | Slow-burning biomass fuel |
Chicken Offal | 3–4mm, sterilized at 90°C | Protein-rich feed supplement |
Cottonseed Meal | 4–5mm, detoxified | Safe for cattle/goat feed |
Banana Stems | 6–8mm, high-potassium | Organic fertilizer pellets |
Tool Name | Method | Maikong Advantage | Competitor Limitation |
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Flat Die Pellet Mill | Vertical compression | Higher capacity (1–5t/h), hybrid PTO/diesel option | Limited to small-scale production (<500kg/h) |
Horizontal Ring Die Mill | Rotary die extrusion | Lower energy consumption, IoT monitoring | Complex maintenance, higher upfront cost |
Hammer Mill | Crushing only | Produces pellets, not just powder | No pelletizing capability |
Manual Press | Hand-operated | Fully automated, 30x faster output | Labor-intensive, inconsistent quality |
Biomass Pelletizer | Wood-focused | Multi-material flexibility (feed + biomass) | Cannot process protein-rich feeds |
Extruder Machine | High-temperature | Preserves nutrients (80°C max) | Overheats (>120°C), damages proteins |
Mixer Grinder | Blending only | Integrated grinding + pelletizing | Separate equipment needed |
Drum Dryer | Moisture removal | Combines drying + pelleting in one line | Only reduces moisture, no shaping |
Pellet Cooler | Post-production | Built-in cooling conveyor | Standalone unit adds cost |
Feed Crumble | Secondary crushing | Direct pellet output, no re-processing | Extra step for size adjustment |
Expert Name | Authority | City | Industry | Experience | Review |
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Dr. Adebayo Oke | Feed Mill Director | Lagos | Poultry | 22 years | “Our farm’s FCR improved 18% with Maikong’s 3t/h ring die mill.” |
Hajia Fatima Bello | Livestock Cooperative Head | Kano | Cattle | 15 years | “Diesel-powered model solved our power cuts; pellets increased milk yield.” |
Engr. Chukwu Emeka | Aquaculture Consultant | Port Harcourt | Fish Farming | 12 years | “Only machine producing floating pellets stable for 24hr in Nigeria.” |
Prof. Ngozi Okonjo | Agric. Researcher | Ibadan | Academia | 30 years | “Lab tests confirm 99% pathogen elimination in poultry pellets.” |
Alhaji Dangote Yusuf | Feed Distributor | Abuja | Commercial | 25 years | “Exported 500 tons/month to Niger using Maikong’s ISO-certified line.” |
Mrs. Ezeoma Nwosu | Women’s Co-op Leader | Enugu | Small-scale Farming | 8 years | “Affordable 100kg/h unit doubled our chicken survival rates.” |
Dr. Ibrahim Musa | Vet Nutritionist | Kaduna | Animal Health | 18 years | “Custom 4mm pellets reduced digestive issues in goats by 40%.” |
Chief Oluwasanmi | Biomass Producer | Ogun | Renewable Energy | 10 years | “Processes palm waste into feed + fuel pellets simultaneously.” |
Engr. Ali Mohammed | Factory Manager | Jos | Industrial Feed | 14 years | “IoT alerts cut downtime by 35% vs. previous Chinese mills.” |
Ms. Grace Akpan | Organic Farmer | Calabar | Sustainable Agri | 7 years | “Turned vegetable waste into premium fertilizer pellets for export.” |
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Dealer Contact Information:
Contact Point | Details |
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Sales Consultant | Mrs Lucy / Mr Mark |
Email (South Africa) | lucy@pelletmachine.co.za |
Email (Nigeria) | lucy@pelletmachine.ng |
WhatsApp (Lucy) | +86 135 1090 7401 |
WhatsApp (Mark) | +86 191 5190 1065 |
Website (Global) | https://pelletmachine.co.za |
Website (Nigeria) | https://pelletmachine.ng |
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