Dry fish feed pellet extruder machine vs Wet Type Extruder: Which Is Better?

 

Equipment Procurement Costs: Dry-type fish feed pellet processing machines offer high cost-effectiveness, while wet-type machines require significant initial investment. Dry extruders have a simple structure and no complex supporting systems; the purchase cost of a single unit is typically between 50,000 and 200,000 RMB (small to medium capacity models), suitable for small to medium-sized users with limited budgets. For example, a dry extruder with a capacity of 100 kg per hour costs approximately 80,000 RMB. Wet pet food processing machines have a complex structure and require auxiliary equipment such as steam boilers, dryers, and water supply systems. The overall purchase cost is 2-3 times that of dry extruders, with the core equipment costing 200,000 to 1,000,000 RMB. Including auxiliary equipment, the total cost of the entire production line can reach 500,000 to 5,000,000 RMB. For example, a wet extruder with a capacity of 500 kg per hour costs approximately 300,000 RMB for the core equipment, and the total cost with auxiliary equipment exceeds 800,000 RMB.

 

Operating Costs: Dry-type machines have low energy consumption, while wet-type machines have high overall energy consumption. The operating energy consumption of a dry-type floating fish feed pellet making machine mainly comes from the motor, requiring no steam or additional drying energy. The energy cost per ton of feed produced is approximately 150-200 RMB. For example, a dry extruder with a capacity of 100 kg per hour has a 15kW motor and consumes 15 kWh of energy per hour. At an industrial electricity price of 1 yuan per kWh, the energy cost per ton of feed produced is 150 yuan. The energy consumption of a wet dog food production machine includes motor energy, steam boiler energy, and dryer energy. The overall energy cost is 2-3 times that of the dry extruder, approximately 300-600 yuan per ton of feed produced. For example, a wet extruder with a capacity of 500 kg per hour has a 30kW motor, a 50kW steam boiler, and a 20kW dryer, consuming 100 kWh per hour, resulting in an energy cost of 600 yuan per ton of feed produced. Furthermore, wet extruders require additional water and steam boiler fuel costs, further increasing operating costs.

 

Maintenance and raw material loss costs: Dry extruders are less troublesome, while wet extruders are more expensive. Dry-type fish feed making machines have a simple structure, with relatively less wear on core components (screw, extrusion chamber), resulting in low maintenance costs. Annual maintenance costs are approximately 5%-8% of the equipment purchase cost. Meanwhile, dry extruders have a low raw material loss rate (≤3%), eliminating the need for additional losses during the drying process. The core components of wet dog food processing machines, operating in a high-temperature and high-humidity environment, experience faster wear and tear, resulting in higher maintenance costs, approximately 10%-15% of the equipment purchase cost annually. Furthermore, the drying process in wet extruders leads to a 3%-5% raw material loss, further increasing costs. However, in large-scale production, wet extruders offer higher production efficiency and lower labor costs per unit, partially offsetting the higher energy consumption and maintenance costs.

 

 

 

 

MIKIM's fish feed pellet production lines and supporting machinery offer excellent value for money. Not only are they affordable, eliminating middlemen markups and allowing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and fish farmers to purchase complete sets of equipment at reasonable costs, but they also boast exceptional efficiency. The fully automated process, from raw material crushing and precise ingredient mixing to extrusion pelleting and maturation, is completed in one continuous flow. This results in high starch gelatinization rates and uniform pellet formation, significantly improving production efficiency and feed quality, truly achieving "low cost, high output." Choosing a MIKIM fish feed pellet production line means enjoying comprehensive pre-sales and after-sales service, including 24-hour online customer support, a one-year warranty on the entire machine, professional on-site installation, commissioning, and maintenance, and a stable supply of spare parts. Customers can buy with confidence and use with peace of mind, with both excellent value and service quality!!!

 

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1. What is the price of the Pet food manufacturing Machine?

The price ranges from approximately $1,500-$55,000

2. Do you provide maintenance services for your customers?
Yes, we offer comprehensive after-sales maintenance services to our customers.

 

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