Innovations in Spray Drying for Animal Feed Additives: Enhancing Stability and Efficacy
In the dynamic field of animal nutrition, innovative technologies are crucial to meet the increasing demands for higher productivity, animal health, and sustainability. One such technological advancement is spray drying, a sophisticated process that transforms liquid feed additives into stable powdered forms. Società San Marco recently invested in a state-of-the-art spray drying plant to deliver high-performance powdered supplements tailored for ruminants and poultry.
What is Spray Drying?
Spray drying involves atomizing a liquid solution or suspension into a hot air chamber, rapidly evaporating moisture and producing a fine, free-flowing powder. This approach is widely used in food and pharmaceutical industries due to its ability to:
- Prolong the shelf life of moisture-sensitive ingredients
- Improve handling and storage efficiency
- Preserve nutritional and functional properties of bioactive compounds
Benefits of Spray-Dried Feed Additives
- Enhanced Stability and Shelf Life
Reducing moisture content inhibits microbial growth and limits chemical degradation, significantly extending the product’s shelf life without requiring preservatives. Spray drying protects sensitive components such as acidifiers (both organic like citric acid, and inorganic like phosphoric acid) and chelated trace minerals, ensuring their availability when fed to animals.
- Improved Handling and Formulation
Powdered feed additives are easier to transport, measure, and integrate uniformly into feed mixes compared to their liquid counterparts. This improves operational efficiency for feed producers and farmers alike.
- Preservation of Functional Properties
The spray drying process at Società San Marco is carefully optimized to maintain the bioavailability of functional ingredients that regulate gastrointestinal pH and support digestion, leading to healthier, more productive livestock.
The Role of Acidifiers
Acidifiers promote optimal gut pH and inhibit pathogenic bacteria growth, enhancing feed digestibility and nutrient absorption.
Società San Marco’s flagship products, SM LQ Mix Acid for Ruminants and SM LQ Mix Acid for Poultry, utilize advanced spray drying technology to deliver this powerful combination in an easy-to-use powdered format.
Why Choose Società San Marco?
- Over 30 years of experience with innovative feed additive formulations
- Application of full ring-real chelate technology for superior mineral bioavailability
- Commitment to sustainability and efficient production techniques
To explore these innovative powdered feed additives and how they can enhance your livestock nutrition programs, contact us directly at contact@societasanmarco.it.
