Pellet mill
US9132399B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 18, 2011 |
| Grant date | Sep 15, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 23, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB30B15/26
- WIPO fieldMachine tools
- WIPO sectorMechanical engineering
Abstract
A pellet mill is disclosed having a ring die and a powered extrusion roll with external bearings. The ring die may be powered or free rotating. Pressure and temperature at the pinch gap between the die and roll may be monitored and the mill rotation drives and the pinch gap size may be adjusted during operation. The operational parameters may be monitored and controlled by a computer based system in real time.
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