Project Description
Sanderson Farms is the third largest integrated poultry producer in the United States.
Summary of Project Features
Two Receiving Systems
• Rail receiving rated at 45,000 BPH
• Truck receiving rated at 14,000 CFH/280 TPH
Ingredient Storage Bins
• 19 ingredient bins to mixer - 3,900 tons
• Four pellet mill surge bins - 320 tons
• 22 bulk loadout bins - 3,000 tons (dual driveways)
Whole Grain Storage: 660,000 bushel capacity
Batching: 160 TPH capacity
• One eight-ton mixer
• One 20 bin micro ingredient system with two scales
Pelleting: 85 TPH with space for future pelleting system
• One pellet line providing 85 TPH
• One pellet mill, with dual conditioners, horizontal cooler and crumbler
Support Systems
• Complete electrical and plant automation
• Mechanical installation with one 400 HP boiler