GRASS PELLET MACHINE
Specialized in manufacturing different types grass pellet mills, adapted to the coarse fiber content of grasses, to produce various feed pellets and fuel pellets.
GRASS PELLET MILL FOR SALE
Grass pellet mill is a professional mechanical pressing equipment specially designed for processing grassy biomass materials into dense, regular feed or fuel pellets.
Grass pellet machine, also known as grass pelletizer, or grass pellet maker, is to process various grassy raw materials (after crushing and drying if needed ) into good density ( 0.9-1.3g/cm3) and uniform cylindrical shape pellets through high temperature and high pressure extrusion, without the need to add any binders. The pellet machine converts loose grass materials into pellet products, which are easier to store and transport. It is widely used in biomass energy plants, feed processing plants, large and medium-sized farms, and other fields, realizing the resource utilization of agricultural and forestry waste and the efficient processing of forage feed.
GRASS PELLETS MACHINE TYPES
There are different types of grass pellet making machines, as grass pellet mills have a wide range of applications, covering most common grassy biomass, agricultural plants, which can be directly processed after simple treatment (crushing and drying). The following are some types usually used, and you can choose which type is better for you.
Alfalfa Pellet Machine
Alfalfa pellets are good choice for making high protein feed pellets, as it reduces the amount of concentrated feed, making lower feeding costs.
Hay Pellet Machine
Hay pellet mills are designed for producing high-fiber feed pellets and can be used to produce feed pellets for cattle and sheep.
Napier Grass Pellet Machine
The Napier grass pellet machine is for producing high-quality ruminant feed pellets, as it can retain the grass’s protein and fiber. At the same time, napier pellets can also be biofuel pellets.
Switchgrass Pellet Machine
Switchgrass pellet machine can make eco-friendly biomass fuel pellets, as it can convert switchgrass grown on marginal land into clean energy, reducing reliance on fossil fuels.
Reeds Pellet Machine
The reeds pellet machine is also called cattail pellet mill, it’s a multi-purpose pellet machine, it can process reeds into biofuel pellets.
Ryegrass Pellet Machine
Ryegrass pellet machine is ideal for making stable nutrition feed pellets, preserving ryegrass’s digestible fiber and proteins for horses, poultry and other animals with delicate digestive systems.
The above is a video showing how we produce alfalfa pellets using pure alfalfa hay. We use 100% pure alfalfa hay, and as per the customer’s requirements, no grain ingredients were added. During the later stages of machine production, we customized the gearbox for this customer based on the test result. This retained the advantage of the vertical ring die pellet mill’s rotating pressure rollers, preventing material blockage, while simultaneously increasing the machine’s output. The customer was very satisfied. For more information, please contact us.
HOW TO MAKE GRASS PELLETS ? PROCESS FLOW OF GRASS PELLET PLANT
The production of grass pellets is a simple and efficient process that converts grass (such as alfalfa, napier grass, cattail, ryegrass, switchgrass, herbs, and reeds) into dense, easy-to-store and transport pellets for animal feed or biomass fuel. The process mainly includes three core steps: fine crushing, drying (if necessary), and pelletizing, which can be flexibly adjusted according to the characteristics of raw grass to ensure high-quality grass pellets.
CRUSHING PROCESS - GRASS CRUSHING MACHINE
Grass is usually loose and has uneven sizes, but the pellet mill needs the raw material size within 10mm and a moisture content of around 15%, so the grass needs to be crushed by a grass crusher before pelletizing. Direct pelletizing of uncrushed grass will lead to low capacity and even clog problem. The grass crusher is specially designed for various grass materials, with sharp and wear-resistant blades made of high-quality alloy steel, which can quickly crush all kinds of grass into a uniform size. It has the advantages of high crushing efficiency, low energy consumption, and easy operation.
DRYING PROCESS - GRASS DRUM DRYER
Most grass is dry enough at harvest and not require a dryer. However, some grass has a moisture content exceeding 25%, requiring drying, though this case is rare. When choosing a grass dryer, a rotary drum dryer is the first choice. Since grass expands after drying, a dryer with sufficient internal space is generally needed to prevent bridging or blockage during the drying process. Furthermore, the hot air furnace used by the dryer requires special design because hay is flammable and not heat-resistant; therefore, the hot air furnace needs adequate air distribution and fireproofing.
PELLETIZING PROCESS - GRASS PELLET MACHINE
The grass pellet machine is the core equipment in the entire production process. The TCPEL grass pellet machine is equipped with a high-pressure press roller and a wear-resistant die, which can adapt to different types of grass raw materials. It has stable operation, a high pelletizing rate (up to 99% ), and a customizable pellet size to meet the needs of biofuel pellet machines and animal feed pellet mills. In addition, the machine has a compact structure and easy maintenance, which is suitable for large-scale pellet production, continuous stable running, and export requirements.
WHAT ARE GRASS PELLETS USED FOR ?
After processing grass into pellets, the grass pellets have a wide range of uses, covering feeding animals, biomass energy, environmental protection, and many other fields, with high practical value and market prospects:
- Animals Feed Pellet: The primary use of grass pellets is as feed for herbivores. They can be made from grass only or mixed with pre-crushed grains in a specific percentage. Our hay pellet mill produces uniformly sized pellets with good palatability and high nutrient retention, improving digestibility and feed intake in livestock such as cattle, sheep, horses, and poultry. Small pellets (4-6 mm diameter) are suitable for calves and lambs, while large pellets (8-10 mm diameter) are suitable for adult cattle, sheep, and other ruminants.
- Biofuel Pellet: Many large perennial grasses have nearly lignified stems, resulting in a high calorific value, making them suitable for use as fuel pellets. Plants like reeds, for example, produce biomass pellets with high calorific value, low smoke, and low pollution, making them a clean and renewable energy source. The only drawback is a higher ash content compared to wood pellets. They are excellent fuels for heating (residential fireplaces, rural stoves), cooking, industrial boilers, and power generation in power plants.
- Animal bedding: The cell walls of the compressed grass pellets are broken down, resulting in better water absorption. Therefore, the compressed grass pellets can be used as animal bedding on animal farms. The good water absorption and air permeability of the grass pellets can greatly improve the living environment of livestock. After use, the animal bedding pellets can also be fermented and used as high-quality fertilizer.
TECHNICAL PARAMETERS
| MACHINE MODEL | MAIN MOTOR | CAPACITY | MACHINE TYPE | CONFIGURATION |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TCZL300 | 22KW | 200-400KG/H | Flat Die | Main pellet machine, control panel,etc. |
| TCZL400 | 37KW | 300-500KG/H | Flat Die | Main pellet machine, control panel,etc. |
| TCZL450 | 55KW | 600-800KG/H | Flat Die | Main pellet machine, control panel,etc. |
| TCZL550 | 55KW | 800-1000KG/H | Flat Die | Main pellet machine, control panel,etc. |
| TCZL560 | 90KW | 1000-1500KG/H | Vertical Ring Die | Main pellet machine, control panel,etc. |
| TCZL650 | 110KW | 1200-1400KG/H | Vertical Ring Die | Main pellet machine, control panel,etc. |
| TCZL560A | 132KW | 1500-2000KG/H | Vertical Ring Die | Main pellet machine, control panel,etc. |
| TCZL700 | 160KW | 2000-2500KG/H | Vertical Ring Die | Main pellet machine, control panel,etc. |
| TCZL850 | 220KW | 3000-3500KG/H | Vertical Ring Die | Main pellet machine, control panel,etc. |
| TCZL850A | 250KW | 3500KG/H | Vertical Ring Die | Main pellet machine, control panel,etc. |
| TCZL850B | 280KW | 4000KG/H | Vertical Ring Die | Main pellet machine, control panel,etc. |
HOW TO CHOOSE THE BEST GRASS PELLET MACHINE?
Choose a grass pellet mill with a short feeding path.
One of the biggest characteristics of grass is that the grass fibers are soft and tough, which makes them easy to clogging and bridging during the conveying process. Flat die pellet mills and vertical ring die pellet mills have short feeding paths, which greatly reduces the probability of clogging in grass pellet mills.
Choose a grass pellet making machine with rotating press rollers
The pulverized grass has a very low bulk density. The grass pellet mill with rotating press rollers can more easily press the grass into the forming die during the rotation of the press rollers, making it less prone to bridging and avoiding machine blockage. Moreover, with the same main power, the output is higher and the operation is more stable.
Choose a grass pellet making machine with a heavy-duty gearbox.
Pellet mills with heavy-duty reducers operate on a high-pressure, low-speed mode, making them more suitable for pressing coarse-fiber forage. They consume less energy to produce one ton of forage pellets, resulting in lower production costs and making your pellets more competitive in the market. In addition, the spindle of this type of pellet mill is thicker, eliminating the need for safety pins and reducing the failure rate.
GRASS PELLET MAKING MACHINE PROFESSIONAL MANUFACTURER
TCPEL has riched experience in grass pellet processing and can design and customize the entire grass pellet production line from crushing to drying, pelleting, cooling, and pellet packaging. You can send us photos of your raw materials, and our engineers will provide you with a detailed solution as soon as possible.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1.Can we make grass pellets at home?
Sure, we have a very small all-in-one pellet machine, it can produce feed pellet, fuel pellet, and fertilizer pellet all just by one machine, TCZL250 model, 15KW main motor, if you want to know more details, TCZL250 15KW FLAT DIE PELLET MACHINE
2. Is there a profit in making pellets from grass?
Whether producing grass pellets is profitable depends primarily on the local fuel and feed market structure, as well as the operating costs of the machinery you choose. If you can provide your local electricity costs, labor costs, and raw material procurement costs, we can help you calculate the project’s return on investment and profitability in detail.
3. what is the grass pellet machine price?
The grass hay pellet machine cost mainly depends on the capacity you need. Small grass pellet mill for home use price is approximately US$1,500-2000, while industrial grass production plant price at around US$50,000-200,000. You can contact us to get a detailed price list.
4. What is the grass pellet machine price in India?
If including the tax and shipping cost, the small grass pellet machine price in India maybe at around 2500-3500USD, the big machine price based on actual.
5. Flat-die VS ring-die, which type is better for producing grass pellet ?
Many people may have a strong prejudice against flat die pellet mills because of their bad experiences with some flat die pellet mills with rotating molds. However, in fact, pellet mills with rotating pressure rollers and heavy-duty gearboxes do not have much difference in operation performance compared to vertical ring die pellet mills. This is because, apart from the mold shape, they are very similar in configuration and design. Therefore, you only need to choose the appropriate output and model according to your needs.
6. Do you have small grass feed pellet machine?
Yes, but we only have small but heavy duty type grass feed pellet mill, we don’t manufacture the die rotation type feed pellet mill
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