Granulators GKM

GKM Feed Pellet Mills by TekhnoMashStroy

GKM feed pellet mills are a line of stationary equipment from the Ukrainian manufacturer TekhnoMashStroy (Cherkasy) for pelleting compound feeds, feed mixtures and biomass pellets. The GKM series ranges from compact household units (GKM-100) to high‑capacity industrial models (GKM-260), allowing you to choose a solution for a homestead, farm, fish farm or small production facility.

What GKM pellet mills are used for

GKM pellet mills are designed to process prepared loose feed mixtures (crushed grain, bran, oilcake, meal, premixes, etc.) into dense cylindrical pellets. Such pellets are easier to dose, transport and store; they are better absorbed by animals, produce less dust and have a longer shelf life compared to mash feed.

The equipment is also suitable for producing fuel and industrial pellets from sawdust, straw, husks, hay and other wastes, enabling farms to make rational use of their own biomass.

How a GKM pellet mill works

The operating principle of GKM pellet mills is based on pressing moistened feed mass through the holes of a flat die using two pressing rollers. The raw material is fed from the hopper into the working zone, where pressure and friction form it into pellets. Pellet length is adjusted by the position of the cutting knife, and pellet diameter is determined by the die hole size (typically 2–8 mm).

The working part is driven by an electric motor (single‑ or three‑phase) with a V‑belt drive, ensuring smooth start‑up, stable speed and long service life.

GKM models: from household to high‑capacity

The GKM series includes several basic modifications that differ in capacity, die diameter and motor power:

• GKM-100 — compact model for home and small‑scale production, die Ø100 mm, capacity up to 40 kg/h, motor 1.5–2.2 kW (220/380 V). Suitable for small flocks of poultry, rabbits, pigs.
• GKM-150 — medium model with Ø150 mm die, capacity up to 100 kg/h, motor 4 kW (220/380 V). Optimal for farms with medium‑sized herds.
• GKM-200 — powerful solution with Ø200 mm die, capacity up to 200 kg/h, motor 5.5–7.5 kW (380 V). Intended for medium and large farms, as well as pellet production.
• GKM-260 — professional model with Ø260 mm die, capacity up to 300 kg/h, motor 11 kW (380 V). Designed for intensive operation in large farms, fish farms and compound feed workshops.

Key advantages of GKM pellet mills

• Ukrainian manufacturing — equipment is produced in Cherkasy, simplifying spare‑parts supply, service and warranty support.
• High reliability — steel construction, reinforced frame and heat‑treated working elements (die, rollers) ensure a long service life.
• Versatility — the same model can produce both feed pellets for different animal and fish species and fuel/industrial pellets from agro‑biomass.
• Flexible settings — choice of die hole diameter (2–8 mm), pellet length adjustment and adaptation to different feed recipes.
• Easy operation — intuitive material feed, open design for visual control, simple maintenance and replacement of working elements.
• Energy efficiency — optimal ratio of motor power to capacity minimizes specific electricity consumption per 1 kg of finished pellets.
• Warranty and support — official 12‑month warranty, availability of spare parts (dies, rollers, knives, pulleys) and consultations on model selection and process tuning.

Where GKM pellet mills are best installed

GKM pellet mills are optimal for:

• private households and small farms that want to produce their own compound feed for poultry, rabbits, pigs, cattle, horses;
• fish farms requiring special fine pellets for fry and adult fish;
• small compound feed workshops supplying granulated feed to local farms;
• farms planning to convert their own wastes (sawdust, straw, husks) into fuel or industrial pellets.

Technical specifications (general for the GKM series)

Typical GKM configuration includes:

• double‑sided flat die with diameter 100–260 mm (depending on model);
• radial die holes 2–8 mm (selected by customer);
• two pressing rollers made of alloy steel;
• cutting knife for pellet length adjustment;
• V‑belt drive from electric motor to working part;
• extended feed hopper for more convenient loading;
• stationary frame‑mounted design (dimensions approx. 600–900 × 420–600 × 450–1200 mm, weight 45–185 kg depending on model);
• 220 V version (for small models) or 380 V (for medium and large models);
• warranty period — 12 months.

Why it is profitable to produce compound feed yourself

In‑house production of pelleted compound feed allows you to control feed composition, adapt it to the age, species and productivity of animals, and significantly reduce costs for purchasing ready‑made feeds. Pelleting improves feed digestibility, reduces dust, enhances storage and logistics, ultimately increasing livestock farming profitability.

GKM pellet mills from TekhnoMashStroy are time‑tested equipment that combines affordable cost, robust design and sufficient flexibility for various farms. Thanks to a wide range of models and spare parts, every customer can build an efficient system for their own compound feed and pellet production.