+86 14769960951Silage Feed Pellet Machine
Why Use a Silage Feed Pellet Mill?
Raw silage is expensive to transport, difficult to store, and prone to waste. A silage feed pellet machine can solve these problems. It processes various types of forage and grains into standardized feed pellets, enabling standardized feeding. At the same time, it solves feed storage issues and effectively reduces costs. Click the video below to see how this equipment performs in an actual project.
Advanced Production Capacity
The pelletizers feature dual pressure rollers and an innovative ring die design. This pelletizing system significantly improves the formation rate and structural density of silage. To meet energy-saving needs, they effectively reduce energy consumption per unit by 20%.
Conventional silage pellets typically range in diameter between 3-10 mm, while our equipment can produce pellets ranging from 2-12 mm. These varying pellet sizes adapt to the feeding habits of poultry, cattle, sheep, and other livestock, while also meeting their nutritional requirements.
+98%
Pellet formation rate
0.5-40 T/H
Production Capacity
Silage Maker Machine Type Selection
We offer two models: silage grass pellet mill and silage feed pellet machine. They are designed for different raw material formulations. For applications requiring a higher degree of conditioning, we offer a two-stage conditioner configuration. You may select the model that best suits your needs, or contact us at any time for equipment recommendations.
High Forage Content
The equipment has a production capacity of 0.5–8.0 T/H, with pellet diameters ranging from 4–12 mm. It features anti-arching feed mechanisms, making it suitable for feed formulations primarily based on forage. Particularly effective for pre-treated silage with a low degree of fermentation.
Conventional Silage Formulation
This is the most common model, offering a wider production capacity range suitable for output requirements of 1–40 T/H. Pellet sizes range from 2–12 mm. It is highly adaptable and accommodates fermented silage, mixed forage silage, and other complex pelleting formulations.
High Maturity Requirements
It adds an additional conditioning stage to the standard configuration, providing superior maturation and conditioning results. For highly resilient raw materials that are difficult to pelletize, it thoroughly softens them to improve pellet formation. Consequently, it offers greater production stability.
Silage Feed Pellet Machine Model Options
Below are the specifications for silage feed pellet mills and forage pellet machines, which can meet the production needs of silage feed pellet plants of various sizes, as well as cattle and sheep farms. In addition to these standard models, we also offer customized configurations. As RICHI’s technology continues to advance, we will provide even more model options. Please feel free to contact us for a customized configuration plan.
| Model | SZLH250 | SZLH320 | SZLH350 | SZLH420 | SZLH508 | SZLH558 | SZLH678 | SZLH768 |
| Main Motor Power (kW) | 22 | 37 | 55 | 110 | 160 | 185 | 250 | 315 |
| Feeder Power (kW) | 1.1 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 2.2 |
| Conditioner Power (kW) | 1.5 | 4 | 4 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 11 | 11 | 11 |
| Ring Die Inner Diameter (mm) | 250 | 320 | 350 | 420 | 508 | 558 | 673 | 762 |
| Pellet Diameter (mm) | 2~12 | |||||||
| Capacity (T/H) | 1.0-1.5 | 3-4 | 5-6 | 10-12 | 15-16 | 20-22 | 30-33 | 38-40 |
| Model | CZLH320 | CZLH350 | CZLH420 | CZLH520 | CZLH678 | CZLH768 |
| Main Motor Power (kW) | 22 | 37 | 90 | 132 | 200 | 250 |
| Arch-Breaking Feeder Power (kW) | 2.2 | 2.2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| Forced Feeder Power (kW) | 0.75 | 0.75 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Ring Die Inner Diameter (mm) | 320 | 350 | 420 | 520 | 673 | 762 |
| Pellet Diameter (mm) | 4~12 | |||||
| Capacity (T/H) | 0.5-0.6 | 1.0-1.2 | 1.8-2.0 | 2.8-3.0 | 4-5 | 6-8 |
Technical Advantages of Silage pellet Making Machine
We have specifically designed our equipment to accommodate the high-fiber and high-moisture characteristics of silage raw materials, making it resistant to clogging. During continuous operation, our machines maintain a consistently high formation rate and low energy consumption. The following illustrates the structural design of a standard silage feed pellet machine.
Pelletizing Chamber Structure
ring die
The ring die of each pellet mill is made of a highly wear-resistant alloy. Its holes are scientifically designed to achieve higher output per unit. Combined with a clamp-style installation design, this makes component maintenance and replacement more convenient.
Double rollers
Our pellet mills feature a unique twin-roll structure that provides stronger compression, thereby ensuring a high formation rate for silage. The roll shells are also made of alloy material for enhanced wear resistance.
conditioner
It is key to promoting silage maturation. It accelerates the maturation of silage and grains through a high-temperature steam environment. This ensures the feed is clean and hygienic while improving its digestibility rate.
Feed Inlet
A variable-frequency motor is installed here to control the feeding speed, ensuring a smooth feed flow. The feed inlet for the grass pellet mill is also equipped with a de-arching device.
Cutting Device
The silage feed pellet making machine is equipped with two sets of cutting blades and adjustment handles. You can adjust the distance between the cutting blades and the ring die to control the length of the silage pellets.
Common Raw Materials for Silage Production
This silage feed pellet machine can process a variety of silage raw materials, including both single-ingredient and blended types. In actual production, ingredients such as corn meal, soybean meal, and vitamin premixes are often blended together. If your raw materials cannot be pelletized directly, we can provide equipment such as crushers and dryers.
Corn Silage
Alfalfa Silage
Grass Silage
Sorghum Silage
Ryegrass Silage
Napier Grass Silage
Straw Silage
Mixed Forage Silage
Corn Meal
Soybean Meal
Silage Feed Pellet Production Line
Producing silage pellets requires a complete production system. We offer not only silage feed pellet machine, but also production line solution. It can accommodate production capacities ranging from 0.5-40 T/H and beyond. This system is suitable for large farms, livestock operations, and industrial silage feed pellet plants. We can customize solutions and provide turnkey services based on your specific needs.
Crush raw materials to a size of 3–5 mm to facilitate pelletization and digestion.
Remove impurities from the raw materials to ensure the cleanliness of the feed.
Mix different raw materials to ensure even distribution of nutrients in the feed.
Produce dense, palatable silage pellets through conditioning and extrusion.
Gently cool and set the silage feed pellets; can be paired with a screening machine.
Screen the silage pellets into 2–3 size categories and clean their surfaces.
Automated weighing and packing of feed; packaging options are available.
Traditional Silage vs. Silage Feed Pellets
Traditional silage feeding methods often face challenges such as storage difficulties, transportation inconveniences, and unstable nutritional costs. The silage feed pellet machine was designed specifically to address these issues. Below is a brief comparison of the two feeding methods for your reference.
morphological structure
Nutrient absorption rate
storage stability
transport efficiency
Feeding convenience
cost-effectiveness
Traditional Silage
Powder, chunks
lower
Prone to spoilage
Too much waste
Need to stir
high cost
silage feed pellets
pellets
higher
Long shelf life
More convenient
Direct feeding
low cost
Global Cases of Silage Making Machines
We provide silage production solutions to customers worldwide. Below is an overview of actual projects in various countries and regions, including different raw material formulations, production capacities, and application scenarios. Our equipment meets various international standards and can produce silage pellets tailored to local needs. Please feel free to contact us to discuss your production solution.
Uzbekistan
2 T/H silage feed pellet machine for Sale Uzbekistan
This small silage making machine serves a dairy farm. The customer has an abundant supply of corn silage as raw material. It helps the customer pelletize the mixed raw materials into standardized feed pellets. By configuring an 8mm ring die, it produces high-density, palatable cattle feed pellets. By investing in this equipment, the farm has overcome storage limitations and achieved a year-round supply of silage feed.
Argentina
3–4 T/H silage feed pellet making machine for Sale Argentina
This project is a production line solution designed to produce silage pellets for the farm’s own use, as well as to supply neighboring livestock farms. The primary raw materials are corn silage, alfalfa silage, and other energy-rich feed blends. This pelletizer is equipped with a single-layer conditioner and can meet the customer’s production needs. The resulting pellets, with a diameter of 6–8 mm, are suitable for feeding beef cattle, dairy cattle, goats, and other livestock.
USA
8–10 T/H Silage feed Pellet Mill for Sale USA
This is a turnkey production line project. The client is a large dairy farm that also owns extensive corn-growing fields. We provided them with automatic silage making machines capable of continuous and stable operation. Based on the need for high-fiber silage and high capacity, this project is equipped with a feed pelletizer featuring a double-layer conditioner. The 8 mm feed pellets produced not only meet the farm’s own needs but are also sold externally, generating additional economic benefits.
• Australia
1.5–2 T/H silage pellet machine for sale Australia
The customer operates a forage processing plant surrounded by abundant silage resources, including alfalfa and crop straw. Therefore, they hope to process these materials into feed pellets for sale to nearby cattle and horse farms. This solution includes a crusher, mixer, silage feed pellet mill, and pellet cooler and other silage making equipment.
• Brazil
4–5 T/H Silage feed Pellet machine for Sale Brazil
This client not only has abundant corn silage resources but also operates a cattle farm. Their production goal is to produce silage pellets with a diameter of 6–8 mm to meet the feeding needs of dairy and beef cattle. To facilitate large-scale production, the client opted for automatic silage making machines. The pellet mill is equipped with a single-layer conditioner and multiple ring dies.
• Germany
2–3 T/H silage maker machine for Sale Germany
This project serves a dairy farm. Since traditional silage requires specific storage conditions and involves high operating costs, the customer sought to produce standardized pellet feed that is easy to store. The raw materials include grass silage, ryegrass silage, alfalfa silage, and others. We provided a pellet mill equipped with a ring die featuring a 6 mm aperture.
Customer feedback
RICHI silage feed pellet machine has earned high praise from customers around the world. Thanks to its high adaptability, it provides excellent production services to customers in various regions. Whether it’s a single pellet mill or a production line solution, it delivers high-efficiency production performance.
Reasons for choosing RICHI
RICHI MACHINERY owns CE/ISO/BV certifications. We can offer silage feed pellet machine, feed extruders, and biomass pelletizing equipment. With over 30 years of manufacturing expertise and project experience spanning more than 140 countries and regions, we provide global customers with machinery services.
Customized Solutions
Our engineers provide exclusive design solutions, precise capacity calculations, and detailed cost estimates. We tailor equipment to your specific needs based on raw materials, production capacity, and project objectives.
Complete Turnkey Project
A one-stop solution covering factory layout planning, on-site construction, export customs clearance, end-to-end logistics, safe delivery, equipment installation, commissioning, operator training, and after-sales service.
After-Sales Support
We offer a one-year warranty on the entire machine, genuine spare parts, technical guidance, and lifetime equipment upgrades and maintenance. RICHI’s experienced engineers ensure your long-term, stable production.
Other Types of feed machines
As a professional supplier of pelletizing equipment, we offer a wide range of feed machines to meet the nutritional needs of various animals. This includes high-quality extruders for aquaculture feed. Below are some common models that offer the same high production capacity as the silage feed pellet machine.
rabbit pellet making machine
Chicken Feed Pellet Making Machine
Cattle Feed pellet machine
Goat Feed Pellet Making Machine
Pig Feed Pellet machine
fish feed Pellet Making Machine
shrimp feed pellet Machine
Frequently Asked Questions
Based on our experience in customer service, we have compiled answers to the following frequently asked questions. You can use this information to learn more about the equipment. Alternatively, feel free to share your production requirements with us at any time. We will provide the most suitable production solution and silage making machine price based on your specific production needs.
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What raw materials can a silage feed pellet machine process?
This equipment can be used to process various silage materials, forage, and mixed feed. In addition to common silage types such as corn silage, alfalfa silage, forage silage, and straw silage, it can also accommodate mixed feed formulations. For example, energy-rich ingredients such as corn meal, soybean meal, and wheat bran, as well as functional ingredients like vitamins and minerals, can be added to the raw materials.
Through thorough conditioning and efficient pelleting by this equipment, these ingredients can be easily transformed into nutritionally balanced, compact, and palatable silage feed pellets. These pellets meet the feeding needs of dairy cattle, beef cattle, sheep, horses, and other animals.
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Can highly moist silage be pelletized directly?
Raw materials with excessively high moisture content not only result in low pelletization rates but also tend to cause equipment blockages. For silage with moisture content exceeding 18%, we recommend appropriate drying treatment or mixing with dried materials. This ensures stable equipment operation and achieves optimal production results. We can provide rotary dryer machine and belt dryer machine to meet your raw material drying needs.
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How to choose between a forage pelletizer and a feed pelletizer?
The most notable differences between the two are production capacity and suitable raw materials. A single forage pelletizer has a production capacity of 0.5–8 T/H. It is equipped with an anti-caking device and a forced feeding mechanism, making it suitable for pelletizing feed with high fiber content. If your silage makes up a significant portion of your feed and your production capacity requirements are modest, this equipment is a suitable choice.
Feed pelletizers have a production capacity of 1–40 T/H, making them suitable for industrial-scale production. They can handle most silage feeds as well as other feed formulations. By investing in this equipment, you can also use it to produce other types of animal feed. If you require high digestibility and absorption, this equipment can be configured with a double-layer conditioner. It is suitable for applications requiring stable output and high-efficiency production.
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What pellet sizes can a silage feed pellet machine produce?
It can produce silage pellets with diameters ranging from 2 to 12 mm. We can provide you with ring dies of different pore sizes. By replacing the ring die, you can produce silage pellets of various diameters. Pellet length can be adjusted by changing the distance between the cutting blade and the ring die. Common pellet lengths range from about 10 to 30 mm. This pelletizer is easy to use, and its output meets the feeding needs of most animals. (View YouTube)
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How to choose a silage pellet making machine?
You can select the appropriate pelletizer type based on your raw material characteristics. Then, determine your daily production goals and unit capacity to choose the right model. For feed requiring a high degree of maturation, a double-layer conditioner is also required. If you need to produce pellets of multiple diameters, you’ll need to configure ring dies with different pore sizes.
For large-scale production and high-quality feed requirements, we recommend choosing a production line solution. We will also provide the most suitable equipment solution based on your production needs and raw material characteristics. Please feel free to contact us to obtain your customized solution.
