Grass and alfalfa encrusting line

Enhance seed performance with precise encrusting technology, ideal for agricultural seeds requiring robust coating solutions. Boost production efficiency by integrating disinfection, priming, drying, and conditioning into a seamless processing line, ensuring superior seed treatment outcomes.

The Grass and Alfalfa Encrusting Production Line from Hoopman Equipment & Engineering offers a comprehensive solution for seed coating operations. This turn-key system encrusts and coats a variety of agricultural seeds, facilitating enhanced growth and marketability. Using a multi-stage process, the line integrates disinfection, priming, drying, conditioning, and coating. Suitable for applications in agriculture and seed coating industries, it produces coated grass seeds and encrusted alfalfa seeds.

The production line supports high-capacity continuous operations with precision sorting and mixing capabilities, leveraging advanced fluid bed drying and rotary coating technologies. Efficiency is enhanced through PLC-controlled systems with options for remote monitoring. Energy consumption is optimized with the inclusion of variable-speed motors. Constructed from corrosion-resistant materials, it ensures durability and long service life even under demanding conditions. Customization options and engineering support are available to tailor the equipment to specific production requirements. The system also features easy maintenance with integrated cleaning options, ensuring minimal downtime and contamination-free operations.

Benefits

  • Enhances seed quality and marketability through precise coating and encrusting.
  • Reduces operational costs with high-capacity, continuous processing.
  • Minimizes energy consumption with optimized motor control systems.
  • Ensures durability in robust agricultural environments with corrosion-resistant materials.
  • Facilitates quick cleaning and maintenance, reducing downtime and contamination risks.

General


Applications
Seed encrusting systems,Grass seeds,Seed coating materials,Agricultural seeds,Alfalfa seeds
End products
Encrusted seed blends,Encrusted alfalfa seeds,Coated grass seeds,Treated agricultural seeds,Coated seed pellets
Steps before
Disinfection,Priming
Steps after
Drying,Conditioning,Sorting,Coating,Handling,Transport
Input ingredients
grass,alfalfa
Output ingredients
encrusted grass seeds,encrusted alfalfa seeds
Market info

Technical Specifications


Capacity
High capacity
Automation
Fully automated
Drying method
Fluid Bed Dryers
Batch vs. continuous
Turn-key projects
Equipment Type
Encrusting lines
Liquid Coating Units
Integrated Coater/Dryer
Sorting System
Vibrating Calibration System
Seed Treatment
Disinfection,Priming,Coating
Material Handling
Single Bucket Elevator,Belt Elevator
Transportation Equipment
Transport/Handling systems

Operating Characteristics


Batch vs. continuous operation
Batch / Inline Continuous
Automation level
Manual / PLC / SCADA
CIP/SIP
CIP / SIP / Manual
Energy efficiency
0.5–2 kWh/kg moisture

Material Compatibility


Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Physical Characteristics


Compact footprint
Adaptable to facility size
Machine footprint
Variable,depending on configuration
Discharge method
Integrated conveyors/belts
Control panel type
Touchscreen / PLC

Custom Options


Control panel type
HMI / Touchscreen
Integration possibilities
SCADA / PLC
System flexibility
Modular design
Customization for different seed types
Available
Turn-key solutions
Fully customizable