Pet Food
Efficient processing of valuable ingredients
High-quality pet food is playing an increasingly important role for pet owners who want to support the health, wellbeing and longevity of their animals.
Benefits of our processing solutions
Dry processing technologies designed for easy cleaning and hygienic operation
Durable, high-performance equipment built for long service life
Scalable solutions from lab systems to production lines with capacities of several tons per hour
Broad portfolio of technologies for diverse processing requirements
Product and process development support in our global test centers
Processing solutions designed to help optimize palatability and acceptance of pet food ingredients
Process
Producing ingredients for pet food requires advanced processing technology and carefully coordinated process steps. From cutting and size reduction to fine grinding and mixing, high-performance equipment is essential to ensure efficient and reliable production. Because natural raw materials often vary in composition and properties, robust process solutions are key to achieving consistent product quality and reproducible results.
Pre-Breaking
Micron Pre-Breaker PB
The Hosokawa Micron Pre-Breaker PB is designed for efficient coarse size reduction and is often used as a pre-processing step ahead of downstream equipment. It is particularly suited for demanding materials, combining low-speed operation with high torque to process tough and dense feedstocks while minimizing heat generation. This supports reliable throughput, high process efficiency and reduced downtime.
BUILT FOR DEMANDING APPLICATIONS
Heavy-duty design in stainless steel or carbon steel
Available with drive capacities up to 150 kW for challenging processing tasks
Engineered to handle high loads and impact stress, including tough animal by-products
Low-maintenance concept for reliable operation
Energy-efficient design for economical processing
Crushing & Cutting
Alpine Rotoplex Ro Granulator
The Alpine Rotoplex cutting mill from Hosokawa Alpine offers an efficient solution for processing pet food ingredients to fineness levels below 2 mm. Adjustable rotor speed and configurable screen options allow flexible control of particle size distribution and precise adaptation to product requirements. Its cross-scissor cut rotor supports high cutting efficiency while promoting a uniform end product with minimal dust generation. The system is available in multiple sizes for capacities ranging up to several tons per hour.
BENEFITSOF THE ROTOPLEX GRANULATOR
Powerful, durable and compact design for reliable long-term operation
Easy-to-clean construction helping reduce operating costs
Low dust generation for safe handling and smooth downstream processing
Crushing/Deagglomeration
Alpine Flake Crusher AFC & Alpine Bexmill ABM
For demanding size reduction and deagglomeration tasks, the Alpine AFC flake crusher and Alpine Bexmill ABM offer flexible solutions for processing friable bulk materials, including rework and extruded products. Suitable for both laboratory use and integration into production lines, these systems can handle throughputs of up to 10 t/h while delivering reliable and efficient processing.
KEY BENEFITS
Robust, straightforward technology for dependable operation
Effective deagglomeration of soft to medium-hard materials
Quick and easy rotor and screen changes
User-friendly design with short cleaning times
No external blower or filter system required
Coarse & fine grinding
Mikro-Pulverizer MP
The Hosokawa Mikro-Pulverizer hammer and screen mill is designed for consistent grinding of high-quality pet food ingredients. Its efficient and robust design supports controlled particle size reduction, contributing to improved product uniformity, palatability and digestibility. With a high-speed rotor and interchangeable hammer and screen configurations, the system offers flexibility for processing a wide range of ingredients in both coarse and fine grinding applications.
BENEFITS FOR PET FOOD INGREDIENT PRODUCTION
Flexible design for particle sizes ranging from coarse to fine powders
Compact and durable construction suited for continuous, high-throughput operation
Energy-efficient solution that can be easily integrated into existing processes
Wear-resistant components help reduce maintenance and downtime
Supports cost-effective, sustainable production with minimal product loss
Fine grinding
Alpine Ultraplex UPZ & Alpine Contraplex CW II
For fine and ultra-fine grinding applications, the fine impact mill Alpine Ultraplex UPZ and the pin mill Alpine Contraplex CW II offer flexible solutions for a wide range of pet food ingredients. The UPZ enables versatile particle size control through interchangeable grinding elements, allowing different fineness levels to be achieved on a single system. For even finer powders, the Contraplex CW II is well suited, particularly for challenging or sticky materials, combining high throughput with particle sizes down to 100 µm.
BENEFITS OF THE FINE IMPACT MILL ALPINE ULTRAPLEX UPZ
production of medium-fine to very fine powders with good flow characteristics
Easily exchangeable grinding tools for fast product changeovers
Available in multiple sizes to match different capacity requirements
BENEFITS OF THE PIN MILL ALPINE CONTRAPLEX CW II
Spacious grinding chamber for continuous processing of fatty or adhesive products
High relative tip speeds for achieving very fine powders
Self-cleaning effect through two counter-rotating pin discs
Superfine grinding
Air Classifier Mill Mikro-ACM, Zirkoplex ZPS & Dual Mill ADM
For pet food ingredients that require precise functional properties in formulations, consistent particle size distribution is often essential. Classifier mills such as the Mikro ACM, Zirkoplex ZPS and Alpine Dual Mill ADM combine fine grinding and classification in a single system, enabling particle sizes below 100 µm with accurate top-size control. This makes them well suited for applications where product uniformity and reproducible powder properties are critical.
BENEFITS OF CLASSIFIER MILLS
Combined grinding and classification in one machine for uniform particle size distribution
High airflow provides a cooling effect during processing to help maintain product quality
Precise classification and narrow particle size distributions with adjustable cut points
Low specific energy consumption for cost-efficient production
Compact design for easy integration into existing process lines
Easy cleaning and maintenance support fast product changeovers
Available in a range of sizes and configurations for different requirements
Mixing/Blending
Nauta Conical Screw Mixer & Vitomix Ribbon Screw Mixer
Nauta Conical Screw Mixer
The Nauta conical screw mixer is a proven solution for feed and pet food applications, designed for gentle, highly accurate batch mixing across a wide range of product properties. Its low-intensity mixing principle supports uniform blending while protecting sensitive ingredients and maintaining product integrity. Suitable for both batch and continuous operation, the system offers high flexibility for diverse production requirements.
KEY BENEFITS
Batch capacities from 2.5 to 80,000 liters
Gentle, energy-efficient mixing with minimal impact on the product
High mixing accuracy and process flexibility
Robust, simple design for reliable operation
Complete discharge for efficient product handling
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
Vitamins, minerals and premixes
Large-volume batch processing
Mixing of sensitive ingredients
Addition of oils, fats and flavors to powders
Applications involving heating, cooling or sterilization
Vitomix Ribbon Screw Mixer
The Vitomix Ribbon Screw Mixer is a vertical mixing solution designed for fast, gentle blending with low to medium shear. Especially suited for incorporating liquids and fats into powders, it delivers short mixing times and efficient product circulation while preserving sensitive materials. Its flexible design makes it suitable for a variety of demanding mixing tasks.
KEY BENEFITS
Batch capacities from 50 to 10,000 liters
Fast and efficient mixing process
Ideal for adding oils, fats and flavors
Gentle processing with low energy input
Flexible, robust design with complete discharge
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
Powder conditioning with liquids or fats
Processing of sensitive ingredients
Instantizing pet food powders
Dust reduction in feed blends
Vitamin, mineral and nutrient premixes
Drying/Coating
DMR Flash Mill Dryer
The continuous DMR Flash Mill Dryer combines drying, grinding and classification in a single process step, offering an efficient solution for processing sensitive pet food ingredients. Its process design helps preserve valuable product properties while providing flexible and reliable drying performance. Particularly for heat-sensitive materials, the system supports gentle treatment and consistent product quality.
KEY BENEFITS
Integrated drying, grinding and classification in one system
Gentle, uniform heat exposure to help maintain product functionality and digestibility
Ultra-short residence times, typically 1–3 seconds
High evaporation capacities of up to 2,000 kg/h
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