Core Highlights
- Indonesian customers visited our factory to inspect and test the dry type floating fish food pellet extruder machine.
- The tested machine capacity reached 80~100kg/h during continuous operation.
- Customers tested local raw materials including corn powder, soybean meal, rice bran, and fish meal.
- Floating fish feed pellets showed stable floating performance for more than 8 hours during the water test.
- Clients evaluated pellet quality, machine stability, power consumption, and operation process before confirming equipment configuration.
Indonesia Clients Visited Our Factory for dry type floating fish food pellet maker machine Testing
Recently, several customers from Indonesia visited our factory to inspect and test the dry type floating fish food pellet making machine. The visit mainly focused on verifying machine performance, pellet floating effect, and compatibility with local Indonesian raw materials.
As aquaculture farming continues to grow rapidly in Indonesia, especially for tilapia and catfish farming, local feed producers are increasingly looking for small and medium-scale fish feed production equipment with stable operation and low investment cost.
During the visit, our technical team arranged a complete factory test process for the customers, including raw material mixing, extrusion testing, floating performance verification, and finished pellet inspection.
Main Purposes of the Customer Visit
The Indonesian clients mainly focused on the following points during the factory inspection:
Verify Floating Feed Quality
The customers wanted to confirm whether the produced pellets could maintain stable floating performance in water for fish feeding applications.
Test Local Raw Material Adaptability
The clients brought information about commonly used Indonesian feed ingredients, including:
- Corn powder
- Rice bran
- Soybean meal
- Fish meal
- Cassava flour
They wanted to ensure the Dry Type floating fish feed making machine could process local materials efficiently.
Inspect Machine Stability
The customers carefully checked:
- Screw running condition
- Feeding stability
- Pellet cutting performance
- Electrical control system
- Continuous operating condition
Dry Type fish feed pellet processing machine Test Details
Machine Model Tested
The tested equipment was a small Dry Type floating fish feed pellet making machine designed for small aquaculture farms and fish feed processing businesses.
Actual Test Data
| Test Item | Data |
|---|---|
| Machine Capacity | 80~100kg/h |
| Main Power | 15kW |
| Pellet Diameter | 2mm, 3mm |
| Raw Material Moisture | 18%~22% |
| Floating Time | More than 8 hours |
| Pellet Cutting | Adjustable |
| Running Condition | Stable Continuous Operation |
During testing, the machine maintained steady feeding and extrusion performance without material blockage.
Raw Materials Used During Testing
The Indonesian customers selected practical feed formulas suitable for local aquaculture farming.
Tested Formula Example
| Raw Material | Ratio |
|---|---|
| Corn Powder | 30% |
| Soybean Meal | 28% |
| Rice Bran | 20% |
| Fish Meal | 15% |
| Vitamin & Mineral Premix | 7% |
After extrusion and drying, the floating fish feed pellets showed good expansion effect and uniform appearance.
Floating Fish Feed Pellet Water Test
One of the most important parts of the factory visit was the floating test.
The finished pellets were placed into a water tank for observation. The pellets floated continuously for over 8 hours without rapid disintegration.
The Indonesian customers were satisfied with:
- Floating stability
- Pellet hardness
- Uniform pellet size
- Smooth surface appearance
These characteristics are important for reducing feed waste and improving feeding efficiency in fish farming.

Why Indonesian Customers Prefer Dry Type fish feed production equipments
Lower Investment Cost
Dry type fish feed machines are suitable for small and medium aquaculture businesses with limited startup budgets.
No Steam Boiler Required
The dry type extrusion system reduces installation complexity and operating cost.
Flexible Production
Customers can adjust formulas according to local raw material prices and fish species requirements.
Easy Installation and Operation
The compact machine structure is suitable for small workshops and farm environments.
Customer Feedback After Testing
After completing the Dry Type fish feed pellet extruder machine test, the Indonesian clients expressed positive feedback regarding:
- Stable extrusion performance
- Simple machine operation
- Good floating pellet quality
- Suitable capacity for local market demand
- Practical machine structure for small feed businesses
The customers also discussed future plans for small floating fish feed production projects in Indonesia.
Suitable Applications of This Dry Type floating fish feed pellet maker machine
This dry type floating fish feed pellet mill is suitable for:
- Tilapia feed production
- Catfish feed processing
- Small aquaculture farms
- Fish feed startup businesses
- Local feed processing workshops
By changing molds, the machine can produce different pellet sizes for various fish growth stages.
Conclusion
The factory testing of the Dry Type Fish Feed pellet maker machine with Indonesian customers was completed successfully. The machine demonstrated stable operation, reliable floating feed production performance, and good adaptability to Indonesian raw materials.
For small fish feed businesses and aquaculture farms, this type of equipment provides an economical and efficient solution for local floating fish feed production.
FAQ
What is the production capacity of this Dry Type floating Fish Feed pellet making machine?
The tested machine capacity was approximately 80~100kg per hour.
Can the machine produce floating fish feed?
Yes. The produced pellets floated in water for more than 8 hours during testing.
What raw materials can be used?
Common materials include corn powder, soybean meal, rice bran, fish meal, and cassava flour.
Does the machine require a steam boiler?
No. This is a dry type floating fish feed pellet mill and does not require an external steam system.
What fish species is this machine suitable for?
The machine is suitable for producing feed for tilapia, catfish, and other aquaculture fish species.
