The market for dry fertilizer mixing and blending systems has experienced several trends in recent years. From the integration of automated systems and software-based management systems, to the customization and precision of fertilizer blends to suit specific soil conditions and crop requirements, manufacturers are constantly upgrading their offerings to meet the needs of today’s modern ag retailers.
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Tower Systems
AGI
The Tower Blend System is custom engineered to fit your blend and capacity requirements up to 500 tons-per-hour. Tower construction includes option of the 4 leg or 6 leg design, with spacious interior access for easy maintenance. The bolt together design requires minimal field welding while maintaining the quality and workmanship that will be dependable for years.
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Tank Blending System
Ranco Fertiservice, Inc.
The Ranco Tank Blending System is an innovative way to store and blend fertilizer. It consists of large tanks under which meter units and a blend auger are placed. The system is compact and has a smaller footprint than a comparable flat storage system.
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Declining Weight
AGI
The Declining Weight Blend System has revolutionized the fertilizer blending industry. Because of its 304 stainless steel base construction and unlimited versatility, the Declining Weight Blend System is the fastest, most accurate multi-feed blend systems available.
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Vertical Blender Autobatch
Doyle Equipment Manufacturing
Doyle’s Vertical Autobatch systems deliver enhanced versatility. Treating the vertical as a "hand-add" vessel lets operators include any desired ingredients, with weights precisely captured through automation in the hoppers or vertical. NTEP-certified and accurate, this system supports up to 200 TPH of straight material, offering the speed and flexibility you need.
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Dual Rotary Blender Autobatch
Doyle Equipment Manufacturing Doyle's Dual Rotary Autobatch allows operators to blend one batch while loading another. This versatile system keeps employees safe on the ground while providing accurate blends through NTEP-certified hoppers and automation. With up to 6 tons per minute throughput and 32 tons of pre-staged material, it ensures peace of mind for both safety and blend accuracy.
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Fertilizer Bucket Elevators
Sackett-Waconia
Sackett-Waconia fertilizer bucket elevators are designed for high volume industrial applications and engineered for the intended duty and environment. They handle materials from powder to granular, and can be found in process plants, fertilizer terminals, blending plants, and anywhere bulk materials are handled. Capacities range from 50tph to well over 1000tph.
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HIM 2.0
Sackett-Waconia
The HIM 2.0 is a state-of-the-art fertilizer blender that delivers rapid, gentle, and precise mixing. Its innovative twin-rotor design ensures complete blending in as little as 30 seconds, minimizing product degradation and maximizing efficiency. This advanced technology is particularly well-suited for handling sensitive materials like polymer-coated products and micronutrients. Built with durable stainless steel components, the HIM 2.0 is designed for long-lasting performance and minimal maintenance.
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High-Speed Horizontal Mixer Blend Tower
GSI
In one hour, up to thirteen 24-ton trucks are safely filled with high-quality, custom dry-fertilizer blends with impregnation. Sustainable rate is 100 to 300 continuous tons per hour, with two vertical blenders and bypass, up to 300-tons stainless steel tower and 18-ton overhead weigh hopper. Fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) provides stiffer, corrosion-resistant floor grating. Galvanized structure.
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Mix Plant
Murray Equipment
Murray Equipment offers several standard mix plant options that can be configured to your individual company’s needs. Or, we have a team of in-house engineers that would be happy to sit down with you a design a custom system from the ground up.
“Suppliers must differentiate through accuracy, productivity, and flexibility,” said Nate Reznechek, GSI Sales Director-Fertilizer, in a recent article on CropLife. “Collaboration is critical, enabling technology availability and utilization. The shifting landscape stresses distinctive capabilities and technological advances to maintain competitive advantages.”
Companies like GSI, Doyle Equipment Manufacturing, AGI, and Sackett-Waconia are at the forefront of delivering innovative fertilizer and blending systems to the market. For a look at their latest offerings, as well as several other suppliers, view the slideshow above.
015Fertilizer Blending and Mixing: A Look at the Innovative Systems Designed With Efficiency and Flexibility in Mind
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