As the animal feed industry continues to evolve, producers are constantly looking for ways to improve feed quality, increase process efficiency, and enhance livestock performance. One of the most effective ways to achieve these goals is through the correct addition of molasses and other viscous liquids. This is where FEEDMIX, the dedicated conditioner from WAMGROUP®, delivers a unique advantage.
Unlike conventional mixers, FEEDMIX has been specifically developed for the continuous incorporation of molasses, oils, grease, and similar viscous liquids into powders and granules used in animal nutrition. The result is a homogeneous and repeatable mixture that improves product quality while keeping installation, maintenance, and operating costs under control.
Why molasses matters
Molasses is widely used in animal feed production because it offers multiple benefits. It is an excellent source of energy, improves feed palatability, acts as a carrier for vitamins and minerals, helps reduce dust generation, and contributes to better feed efficiency. These benefits can ultimately support healthier animals and improved livestock performance.
However, handling and mixing molasses is not always straightforward. Due to its sticky and viscous nature, it can create agglomerates, uneven distribution, and inconsistent product quality when processed with equipment not specifically designed for this purpose. FEEDMIX was engineered to overcome these challenges.
Where to propose FEEDMIX
FEEDMIX is the ideal solution whenever molasses or other viscous liquids must be continuously and uniformly mixed with dry ingredients. Typical applications include:
- Compound feed production
- Premix manufacturing
- Mineral feed production
- Feed block manufacturing
- Nutritional supplements for livestock
- Molasses-enriched formulations
- Products requiring the addition of oils or high-viscosity liquids
The machine can be proposed both to OEMs developing new feed plants and to end users looking to upgrade existing production lines. Thanks to its compact design and simple installation requirements, FEEDMIX can be integrated easily into existing processes.
Designed specifically for molasses and high-viscosity liquids
FEEDMIX is based on the proven technology developed for the successful DUSTFIX® platform, with additional features specifically engineered for animal feed applications. The machine is designed to handle the viscosity of molasses and similar liquids, ensuring their uniform distribution throughout the product flow. This prevents clumping and promotes consistent product quality. Special crushing tools positioned below the liquid injection points further improve liquid dispersion and mixing efficiency.
The result is a highly homogeneous mixture with excellent repeatability, even in demanding applications involving significant percentages of molasses. FEEDMIX can also contribute to granulation effects and improved product consistency.
Available capacities
| Model | Capacity with <5% molasses | Capacity with 5–30% molasses |
|---|---|---|
| FEEDMIX20 | up to 10 m³/h | 5 – 7 m³/h |
| FEEDMIX40 | up to 20 m³/h | 10 – 15 m³/h |
| FEEDMIX80 | up to 40 m³/h | 30 – 35 m³/h |
The actual capacity depends on several process parameters, including product characteristics, bulk density, particle size distribution, environmental conditions, and the percentage and viscosity of the liquid being added. Thanks to this range, FEEDMIX can cover applications from small specialty feed producers to large industrial feed manufacturing plants.
In addition to handling molasses concentrations up to 30% in specific applications, FEEDMIX can achieve excellent mixing homogeneity and highly repeatable process results, making it a reliable solution for demanding feed formulations.
Key benefits for customers
- Superior mixing quality — an even distribution of molasses and other liquids within the feed mixture improves texture, consistency, appearance, nutritional value, and overall product quality. Better homogeneity also contributes to improved feed intake by animals.
- Easy installation — engineered for simple integration into both new and existing production facilities, without extensive modifications to the plant layout.
- Fast and easy cleaning — the opening chamber system allows quick access to the mixing area for cleaning, inspection, and maintenance, significantly reducing downtime between production campaigns.
- Low maintenance costs — the removable and replaceable rotor design, combined with the wear-resistant SINT® liner, results in reduced maintenance requirements and lower operating costs over the machine’s lifetime.
- Attractive investment — compared to many traditional molasses mixers on the market, FEEDMIX offers a highly competitive combination of performance, reliability, ease of cleaning, and affordability.
A powerful sales message
When presenting FEEDMIX to customers, it is important to emphasize one key concept: FEEDMIX is not a conventional mixer adapted for molasses applications. It is a purpose-built conditioning machine specifically engineered for the accurate and homogeneous addition of molasses and other viscous liquids in animal feed production. Thanks to its versatile design, FEEDMIX can be installed either upstream or downstream of the pellet mill, depending on the process requirements and the desired product characteristics.
It combines excellent mixing performance, ease of cleaning, low maintenance requirements, attractive pricing, and proven reliability in a single compact solution. For feed manufacturers seeking to improve product quality, process efficiency, and livestock performance, FEEDMIX represents a smart investment and a valuable competitive advantage.
