Feed Factory Designer · section sizing
Feed Mill Retrofit Calculator
A retrofit replaces the section that limits output — typically the pellet mill and conditioner, hammer mill, mixer, cooler, boiler, bagging line or control system — instead of building a new plant. Enter your current and target throughput and the retrofit price from your own supplier quotation; the calculator shows production hours saved, tonnes lost during the shutdown and the retrofit cost per tonne over your chosen write-off period. FeedMatch does not supply prices.
Inputs (all editable)
Enter the supplier's quoted installed price. Left at 0, cost per tonne stays blank.
Method: Hours = annual tonnes ÷ t/h, before and after. Shutdown loss = days × hours/day × current t/h. Cost per tonne = your quoted retrofit cost ÷ (annual tonnes × write-off years), undiscounted. Typical sections to review for replacement: pellet mill and conditioner, hammer mill, mixer, cooler, boiler, bagging and PLC/SCADA controls — the section with the lowest t/h sets plant output.
Estimates Only: Planning and procurement estimate only. Final formulations, ingredient inclusion, nutrient targets, feed safety, additive use and regulatory compliance must be approved by appropriately qualified professionals and the responsible manufacturer. This calculator is provided for general informational purposes only. Results are approximate and may contain errors, omissions, or outdated information. They do not constitute legal, financial, engineering, tax, technical, or professional advice. Users are solely responsible for independently verifying all calculations, specifications, prices, regulations, and requirements with qualified professionals before making any decisions. By using this calculator, you acknowledge that the website owners, operators, and affiliates accept no responsibility or liability for any loss, damage, or decisions resulting from its use.
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