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Hot Start Conditioner (TCS)
The Hot Start Conditioner is a closed, heated mixing chamber for consistent thermal treatment of meal and powders. Steam and liquids are added through the shaft, with large adjustable paddles ensuring uniform mixing. Electric heating and PT100 sensors control discharge at the set temperature, delivering full conditioning from start up for improved feed safety, higher efficiency, and reliable bacterial reduction.
- Eliminates need for bypass system
- Homogeneous and hygienic mixing
- Robust stainless-steel construction
Technical stability from start-up
The Hot Start Conditioner provides a thermally stable process from the first batch by combining insulated housing, controlled electric heating and precise steam dosing. Bidirectional shaft rotation and adjustable paddles ensure uniform mixing and consistent heat transfer. Accurate temperature control prevents fluctuations at start-up, improves process repeatability and reduces mechanical and thermal stress on downstream equipment.
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Key benefits
Discover the key benefits of the Hot Start Conditioner (TCS)
- Ensures complete bacterial deactivation (e.g., salmonella) through precise temperature control.
- Improved absorption of steam and liquids for better pellet quality.
- Fully insulated design minimizes condensation and heat loss.
- Electro-pneumatic outlet flap ensures accurate discharge timing.
- Compact, low-maintenance system with simple cleaning access.
- Available in multiple configurations to match line capacity and product type.
Available executions
- Mixer housing in AISI 304 stainless steel, heavy-duty steel base plate.
- Shaft: solid stainless-steel shaft with adjustable Hardox paddles and AISI 304 holders.
- Heating: electric system with adjustable thermostat (30–110°C) and rock-wool insulation.
- Drive: direct gear motor or timing belt (frequency converter required).
- Inlets: one 3” steam inlet and two 1½” liquid inlets.
- Sensors: two PT100 temperature sensors for temperature regulation and outlet control.
- Outlet: electro-pneumatically controlled flap for automatic discharge.
Sizes and capacities:
- 450 × 1,700 mm – 12 t/h – 7.5 kW
- 450 × 2,000 mm – 15 t/h – 11 kW
- 500 × 2,500 mm – 20 t/h – 11 kW
- 500 × 3,000 mm – 25 t/h – 15 kW
- 700 × 3,000 mm – 30 t/h – 15 kW
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Equipment
Single Conditioner
- Homogeneous and hygienic mixing
- Optimum absorption of steam and liquids
- Robust and low-maintenance
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Twin Conditioner
- Doubled retention for better conditioning
- Homogeneous mixing and steam absorption
- Hygienic stainless-steel design
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Your questions answered
FAQ
It ensures uniform heating and sterilization of meal or powder before pelleting or extrusion, providing food safety and process consistency.
By maintaining precise temperature and retention time, all material is thermally treated, eliminating bacteria such as salmonella.
No, the TCS guarantees complete thermal treatment even during start-up, removing the need for a bypass line.
The adjustable electric heating system can maintain 30–110°C for precise conditioning.
Models range from 12 to 30 tons per hour, depending on product type and configuration.
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