Shrimp feed pellet machine

Tailored for producing high water resistance and high degree of maturation shrimp feeds, the RICHI shrimp feed pellet machine delivers stable performance for commercial shrimp feed manufacturing.

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Picking RICHI equipment enables your shrimp farms to get premium pellets that sink rapidly, resist disintegration long in water and effectively avoid deteriorating aquaculture pond water quality.

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Shrimp feed production

Capacity

1-40T/H

Particle diameter

0.8–2.5 mm

Shrimp farming yields high profits with strict requirements. Shrimps feed slowly at the bottom, requiring pellets with fast sinking and long water stability. RICHI pellet machines adopt triple steam conditioning, high-compression pelleting and post-curing to help you produce ideal shrimp feed.

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Three-Layer Stainless Steel Conditioner

Custom-built for deep starch gelatinization during shrimp feed production, this conditioner supports optional upgrade to a DDC twin-shaft differential conditioner. Forged paddles on the central main shaft continuously mix raw materials with saturated dry steam for uniform heat exchange.

Fully gelatinizes within feed ingredients greatly boost pellet water stability and nutrient digestibility. It also inhibits harmful microbes such as Vibrio, enabling finished feeds to meet international aquafeed hygiene specifications.

High Compression Ratio Ring Die

Crafted from high-grade stainless steel, this ring die boasts a compression ratio of 1:20 to 1:25 with standard hole diameters ranging from 1.0 to 2.0 mm, perfectly suited for manufacturing fine-sized shrimp feed pellets.

The flared opening and the stepped release hole of the ring die contribute to smooth feeding and friction reduction. It’s worth mentioning that post-production carburizing heat treatment upgrades the die’s wear resistance and extends its service life under long-duration pelleting.

Cutting Blade & Post-Conditioner

Thin flat cutting blades rotate closely against the ring die’s outer surface to slice pellets neatly from the base. The finished pellets feature burr-free cuts with an extremely low percentage of fine powder.

Matching post-processing equipment is installed downstream of the discharge outlet. Pellets further gelatinize surface starch, lifting water stability. The pellets retain intact structural integrity after prolonged submersion in seawater, making them ideal for shrimp aquaculture.

Refined Structural

Every premium shrimp feed pellet comes from coordinated operation of dozens of precision components. The following core components set RICHI shrimp feed pellet machine apart from others.

Triple layer steam conditioner for aquatic shrimp floating feed pellet making

Wear resistant high compression ring die for small shrimp feed pellets

Adjustable cutter unit for aquatic shrimp feed extruder pellet molding

Various Capacities

Many customers face challenges in terms of production capacity when choosing a shrimp feed pellet machine. RICHI offers a variety of models for your selection. Welcome to contact us for shrimp feed making machine price.

Model	SZLH250	SZLH320	SZLH350	SZLH420	SZLH508	SZLH558	SZLH678	SZLH768
Forced Feeder 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
Modulator Power(kw)	1.5	4	4	7.5	7.5	11	11	11
Die Inner Diameter（mm）	250	320	350	420	508	558	673	762
Finished Pellet Diameter (mm)	2~12
Output （T/H）	1~1.5	3~4	5~6	10~12	15~16	20~22	30~33	38~40

Our video showcase

We offer three on-site videos for reference, covering machine parts, triple conditioner shrimp feed pellet machine test run and full line, showing the whole production process for your better understanding.

Featured images from a video of a shrimp feed pellet mill with a three-layer conditioner

Detailed Parts of Shrimp Feed Pellet Machine with Triple Conditioner

You may want to view clear photos of each component of our shrimp feed pellet machine. This video details all parts of our pellet machine equipped with a triple-layer conditioner. Real shots cover stainless steel conditioners, Siemens main motor, die-roller assembly, mixing paddles and quick-open doors.

Running Test of Triple Conditioner Shrimp Feed Pellet Mill

Running Test of Triple Conditioner shrimp feed pellet machine

This video captures the complete factory on-site running test of our professional shrimp feed pellet mill fitted with a thickened triple-layer conditioner. It fully displays uniform steam conditioning inside polished stainless steel barrels and full machine parameter commissioning, presenting firm and water-resistant finished shrimp feed pellets for large-scale commercial aquaculture production.

Featured images in the overview video of a whole shrimp feed pellet production line

Whole Shrimp Feed Pellet Production Line Walkthrough

This video fully displays the whole shrimp feed pellet production workflow, covering raw material processing, hammer crushing, batching, mixing, triple conditioning pelleting, cooling and screening. It includes real shots of full-line machines and finished pellets used in shrimp farming. Check the following production process section for more manufacturing details.

Core Advantages

Engineered with optimized structures and advanced processes, the RICHI shrimp feed pellet machine delivers stable pelleting, ultra-low fines, high digestibility and consistent operation, fully catering to refined and high-density shrimp farming production needs.

Strong water resistance

low Fines Rate

High Gelatinization Rate

Low Blockage Rate

Strong water resistance

Equipped with an ultra-high compression ratio of 1:20–1:25, paired with professional triple-layer conditioning and post-curing technology, this prawn feed making machine produces highly compacted and dense feed pellets.

The finished pellets remain structurally stable in seawater without loosening or collapsing, even during continuous shrimp biting. It effectively maintains aquaculture water quality, reduces frequent water replacement operations, and perfectly adapts to modern high-density intensive shrimp farming modes.

low Fines Rate

Excessive fine powder can easily block gill filaments and cause mass mortality. To this end, the RICHI shrimp feed pellet machine adopts a precision thin-blade cutting structure, which can cut flat and neat pellets. Moreover, the matched vibrating screen effectively removes residual powder.

Furthermore, high-end production lines can also be equipped with specialized shrimp feed crushers with textured rollers to further eliminate broken feed fines. This optimized structural design greatly lowers aquaculture risks and improves shrimp survival rate.

High Gelatinization Rate

The supporting triple-layer conditioner fully processes raw materials under constant steam temperatures of 90–110℃, pushing the starch gelatinization rate beyond 90%. The post-conditioner continues constant heat preservation to completely decompose various anti-nutritional factors in feed.

It accelerates digestion and nutrient absorption for shrimp, significantly reduces the feed conversion ratio, and achieves more prominent weight gain effects with the same feeding dosage, bringing higher economic benefits for farmers.

Low Blockage Rate

To meet the production demand of ultra-fine 1.0 mm and 1.2 mm shrimp feed pellets, the mill supports 6-pole or 8-pole low-speed high-torque motors with 37–250 kW power, providing over twice the torque of conventional 4-pole motors. The VFD soft-start system prevents instantaneous equipment overload.

Meanwhile, the scientifically optimized ring die structure reduces blockage failures and cleaning downtime, ensuring stable continuous operation and greatly improving the daily production throughput of fine shrimp feed.

Precisely Tailored Solutions

Based on the specific characteristics of the raw materials or site constraints, RICHI’s engineers will redesign the process workflow and adjust the quantity of required equipment.

Ecuador: Peru 1-2 T/H shrimp Feed Pellet mill project

Main Equipment: Ultrafine grinder, shrimp feed pellet machine, shrimp feed mixer, shrimp feed pellet cooler, screening machine, automatic packaging machine, etc.

Workshop Dimensions: 9m * 6m * 13m (L * W * H)

Date: September 3, 2018

South Africa: Purchase of 3 T/H crayfish & shrimp feed pellet machine

Customer Raw Material: 28% imported premium fishmeal, 5% Antarctic krill meal, 3% squid sauce, 18% soybean meal, 8% peanut meal, 20% wheat flour, etc.

Total Cost: USD 85,000

Core Equipment: crayfish & prawn feed machine

Indonesia: 2 T/H Sinking Shrimp feed pellet mill project

Main Equipment: Pre-cleaning machine, hammer mill, micro-pulverizer, mixer, three-layer conditioning shrimp feed pellet mill, cooler, screening machine, automatic packaging machine.

Total Cost: US$600,000

Installation Period: 90 days

Uzbekistan: 5 T/H fish & shrimp feed mill project

Main Equipment: shrimp feed grinder, shrimp feed mixer, prawn feed manufacturing machine, cooler, pellet mill, screening and packaging machine, and other auxiliary equipment.

Installation Period: 30 days

Number of Operators: 5-6 people

More Cases

1-2 T/H shrimp feed pellet mill project in Ecuador Peru, complete sinking shrimp feed pellet production line with aquafeed extruder machine

3 T/H shrimp and crayfish feed pellet machine production line project in South Africa, automatic sinking aquafeed pellet mill equipment

2T/H sinking shrimp feed pellet mill complete production line installation project in Indonesia, aquatic shrimp feed processing plant equipment

5 T/H fish and shrimp feed pellet mill project installation site in Uzbekistan, aquatic feed production line

shrimp Feed Pellet Processing Flow

RICHI shrimp feed pellet line features full automation from raw ultrafine grinding to finished packing. With hourly output of 1–40 tons, it suits pellet production for all common farmed shrimp varieties.

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Vertical ultrafine pulverizer grinder for fine feed raw material crushing

Grinding

Raw materials including fish meal, soybean meal and flour undergo pre-crushing via drop-type hammer mill before ultrafine pulverization. Air classification delivers 80–90 mesh fines; oversize coarse stock is recycled for regrinding while qualified powder flows downstream.

Mixing

We deliver pre‑ground raw materials to surge bins to blend them with vitamin, mineral and medicinal premixes for secondary formulation. A single-shaft paddle mixer blends for 2–3min; water and fat are permitted with fat dosage strictly limited under 8% for wet blending.

Industrial triple-layer conditioner ring die feed pellet mill for shrimp feed

Pelleting

The mixed mash is conditioned in a triple-layer and dual differential conditioner (DDC) with extended steam residence time. This prolonged conditioning could maximize starch gelatinization and protein softening, which significantly improves pellet binding and durability.

Cooling

Fresh hot pellets (90–100℃) are kept in the post-curer for 20–30 minutes to significantly boost water resistance for over 12 hours. After counterflow ambient cooling, a dedicated shrimp feed crumbler then breaks the pellets into target sizes from 0.3 mm to 1.2 mm.

High square vibrating screening machine for feed pellet classification

Sifting

The post-cooked pellets are cooled and then screened through a square plansifter with multiple decks and fine mesh screens. This machine ensures only uniform-sized pellets proceed to packaging, while rejects are returned for re-grinding to maximize yield.

Automatic weighing packaging machine for finished feed and biomass pellets

Bagging

We use controlled‑airflow aspiration on selected pellets to strip residual fines that spoil water clarity. They are then automatically weighed and packed in moisture-barrier bags, often with nitrogen flushing, to preserve freshness and prevent oxidation during storage.

Frequently Asked Questions

In actual production, customers often encounter common operational challenges. To help you select and operate pellet mills effectively, we have compiled six frequently asked questions with detailed answers.

Whether you are new to feed pelleting or planning to upgrade your existing line, this guide will provide valuable insights. The RICHI technical team is ready to offer one-on-one professional support at any time.

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Why is a three-layer conditioner used in shrimp feed production?

Shrimp feed requires extremely high gelatinization, which ordinary single-layer conditioners cannot achieve. Three-layer conditioners can achieve over 90% starch gelatinization, effectively eliminating harmful vibrio and softening the feedstock. For high-performance production lines, a dual-axis differential speed conditioner (DDC) can be added for even better conditioning results.

Why adopt ring dies with high compression ratio for shrimp feed?

Shrimp pellets require superb water stability of over 12 hours, needing dense compaction via 1:20~1:25 dies, much higher than livestock & fish feed dies. The trade-off for this high compression ratio is reduced yield and increased power consumption, but it is crucial for the quality of shrimp feed. When selecting: a ratio of 1:20 can be used for large-diameter shrimp feed (1.5-2.0mm), and a ratio of 1:24 is required for small-diameter feed (1.0-1.2mm).

Why is ultrafine grinding necessary for shrimp feed lines?

Shrimp have a simple digestive system, requiring extremely fine feed. Ordinary grinders can only grind to about 30 mesh, resulting in rough particle surfaces. Ultrafine grinders, relying on airflow and grading wheels, can grind materials to 80-90 mesh, as fine as flour.This allows for thorough mixing of the material with steam, producing smooth feed particles and improving the shrimp’s digestibility and absorption rate.

Why are thin flat blades used for shrimp feed cutting?

The cutter for ordinary livestock feed is relatively thick, relying on “bumping” to break the pellets, resulting in burrs on the cut. The cutter for shrimp feed is an extremely thin, flat blade that rotates close to the outer wall of the ring die, smoothly “slicing” the pellets off along the bottom, resulting in a smooth cut without burrs. Smooth-cut pellets protect shrimp gills, deliver attractive appearance and effectively reduce water pollution caused by leftover fine dust.

How does post-curer improve finished shrimp feed quality?

The post-curing unit is standard equipment in high-grade shrimp feed production lines. It helps to gelatinize the starch on the surface of the particles, lifting water resistance above 12h and removes extra surface moisture to ease later cooling work. If you have a limited budget, you can skip this step, but the pelleting quality may decrease.

What is the minimum requirement to start a commercial animal feed production project?

We specialize solely in large-scale livestock feed projects and commercial feed production projects. If you’re simply looking for a small-scale home feed production line, we’re not the right choice—we prefer to be upfront and honest with you to save you time. If you’re unsure of your needs, simply tell us your basic requirements, and we’ll provide a clear answer.

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Who are we?

RICHI Machinery Co., Ltd., established in 1995, is a professional manufacturer integrating R&D, manufacturing, design and installation of complete sets of feed machinery engineering, complete sets of biomass pellet engineering, steel silo engineering and automation control.

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Certifications & Honors

RICHI has obtained numerous international authoritative certifications, including CE, ISO9001, SGS, German TÜV, Russian RTN, and French BV, and holds 23 patents. The company has been recognized as a Henan Provincial High-Tech Enterprise, a Zhengzhou Municipal “Specialized, Refined, and Innovative” SME, and a member of the Henan Provincial International Trade E-commerce Association.

60,000㎡+

production base

23+

Patents obtained

30+

Years Of Experience

2000+

successful projects

Product System & Global Service

RICHI has developed a diverse and comprehensive product system, covering 15 major series and over 200 products, including feed pellet mills, wood pellet mills, organic fertilizer pellet mills, aquaculture extrusion extruders, and cat litter pellet mills. This system can comprehensively meet the needs of various feed production and biomass pellet processing.

Leveraging a comprehensive international marketing network, its products are sold in 131 countries and regions worldwide, with over 2000 projects implemented and annual exports exceeding 100 million RMB, serving customers globally.

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