Preparing for Equipment Start-Up: What to Plan For
January 26, 2017
So you recently became the proud owner of new equipment. You heard a lot of positive feedback, saw how it works and how it produces high quality product,…
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Benefits of the Insta-Pro Service Plus Program
August 27, 2013
As a former ExPress® plant operator/manager, I understand all too well the problems of maintenance, wear problems, as well as, the benefits of proper maintenance and wear part…
Preserve Your Nutrients – Don’t Bake Your Product To Dry It
August 20, 2013
In a previous blog post, I discussed the differences between dry and wet extrusion, and the relative moisture loads that must be dealt with after extrusion for food…
How to Avoid Getting the Wrong Spare Parts
May 7, 2013
During the time around the holidays, I spent a few days helping out in the parts department for the end of the year rush. Many customers have a…
Factors Influencing the Selection of an Extruder
January 23, 2013
Many feed or food related business owners that have realized the advantages of an extrusion system to their business can be faced with the decision of which extruder…
Focusing on Your Business
November 20, 2012
Recently, I visited one of the major poultry and swine producers in Central Russia. The company is very dynamic and growing rapidly. They have their own land where…
The Value of a Clear Game Plan
August 21, 2012
Sports teams just don’t run onto the field and play. They have a game plan which they have practiced to put themselves in the best position to WIN.…
How Does an Extruder Work?
July 25, 2012
We should probably start with what an extruder is. In fancy terms, it is a positive displacement machine designed to apply shear forces to raw ingredients in order…
Insta-Pro International Blog
April 4, 2012
We are launching the Insta-Pro blog to share our over 40 years of experience in High Shear, Dry Extrusion Technology. The blog approach to convey this experience is…
