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This depends on the mixer model, capacity, and type and composition of the feed. Typically, a small feed mixer may take 15 – 30 minutes to mix a batch of feed, while a large, efficient mixer may be able to complete the mixing in 10 – 20 minutes. For example, for a simple grain feed mixture, mixing for about 15 minutes may be sufficient for homogenization; but if it contains a variety of additives and trace ingredients, it may take 25 minutes or even longer.

A newly purchased feed grinder needs a series of debugging work. First, check whether the installation of each component is firm and whether there is any looseness. Then, adjust the tightness of the belt to make it within the appropriate range. Next, run it without load for a period of time to observe whether the machine runs smoothly and whether there is any abnormal noise and vibration. Also test whether the feeding and discharging are smooth, and adjust the feeding speed and the angle of the discharging port. Finally, according to the crushing requirements, select the appropriate screen and install it. For example, if the belt is too loose, it may cause slippage and affect the crushing efficiency; if the feeding speed is too fast, it may cause the machine to be blocked.

Feed grinders can crush a variety of special feed materials. For example, various crop straws, such as corn straws, wheat straws, etc.; various forage grasses, such as alfalfa, silage corn, etc.; and some unconventional feed materials, such as tofu residues, distiller's grains, etc. However, it should be noted that different special materials may require adjustment of the grinder parameters, such as screen aperture, speed, etc., to achieve a better crushing effect. For example, when crushing silage corn, it may be necessary to appropriately increase the screen aperture to avoid excessive crushing.

First, we need to consider the output demand of the crushing. If it is a large-scale breeding, we need to choose a model with a larger output; secondly, we need to pay attention to the particle size requirements of the crushing. Different animals have different requirements for feed particle size at different growth stages; we also need to consider the type of feed, such as grains, forage, etc. Some grinders are better for crushing specific types of feed; in addition, the quality, stability, energy consumption and after-sales service of the machine are also important factors. For example, a small farm may choose a small hammer mill to meet daily needs, while a large farm may need a larger and more efficient water drop grinder.

A feed grinder mainly uses high-speed rotating crushing parts, such as hammers and blades, to impact, shear and rub the feed raw materials entering the machine, thereby crushing them into smaller particles. For example, the hammer rotates rapidly driven by the motor. When the feed raw materials come into contact with the hammer, they are crushed by a strong impact force. Common feed grinders include hammer type, claw type and other different types. The working principles are slightly different, but generally they all use mechanical force to achieve the purpose of crushing.

Horizontal feed mixers are very likely to be used in feed processing because this type of feed machinery has many advantages such as high mixing uniformity, short mixing time, high production efficiency, fast unloading, clean unloading, and small residue. The more common horizontal feed mixers include stainless steel double-shaft paddle mixers, series horizontal ribbon mixers, etc.

Feed grinders mainly include roller grinders, hammer grinders, and claw grinders.

The operation sequence includes turning on the power, notifying the staff, determining the material entry number, turning on the switch, etc. During the entire production process, you need to pay attention to observing the signal lights and operating the computer.

Before installing feed equipment, it is necessary to inspect and accept it, and install it according to technical requirements. After installation, it is necessary to conduct a trial run, and calibrate it before putting it into production. The equipment needs to be inspected before starting, and any faults need to be eliminated in time.