Retention Time Barrel (RTB)

After the homogeneous mixing of steam in a conditioner  the product remains, during a preset length of time, in this heated and insulated retention time barrel. After the RTB the product can be further treated in a pellet mill, extruder or meal cooler. The thermal treatment of the product results in an easier operation in the pellet mill, which simultaneously results in an improved pellet quality.

Advantages Retention Time Barrel

• Guaranteed first-in/first-out of the mixture
• Up to 15% increase of pelleting capacity, due to higher temperature and improved absorption of steam
• Product is kept at required temperature
• Minimal formation of condensation
• Reduced growth of bacteria
• Easy to clean
• Simple design