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Animal Husbandry Salt Blocks · Hydraulic Press Machine

315 Ton Four Pillar Hydraulic Press for Animal Husbandry Salt Blocks

315T Rated Capacity
100 mm/s Slider Down Speed
7–12 mm/s Slider Pressing Speed
90 mm/s Slider Return Speed

01 — Press System

315 Ton Four Column Hydraulic Press Machine

This compact hydraulic press system is engineered to compress raw mineral salts and nutritional feed additives into durable, high-density animal husbandry licking blocks under steady pressure. Featuring a sturdy four-pillar frame design, this press ensures balanced pressure distribution, structural stability, and reliable alignment during continuous compression cycles.

Use Case

Tailored for small to medium-scale agricultural producers, it automates the compaction of weather-resistant salt and mineral supplement blocks essential for livestock health and nutrition.

  • Core Applications: Serves agricultural farms and animal feed processors by manufacturing dense, long-lasting mineral lick blocks and dietary supplements. These blocks help prevent nutrient deficiencies in livestock while enduring outdoor exposure and varied weather conditions.
  • Material: Utilizes granular sodium chloride blended with essential mineral powders including calcium carbonate, magnesium compounds, and trace elements. The formulation incorporates natural binders such as molasses and starches to enhance structural integrity and block cohesion.
  • Products Processed: Processes pure salt licks, trace mineral supplement blocks, and high-energy urea feed blocks of uniform shape and density. These finished blocks deliver balanced daily nutrition, supporting healthy digestion, growth, and overall livestock vitality.
  • Why 315-Ton Hydraulic Press: Delivers optimal compression force tailored for standard-sized blocks, preventing crumbling while maintaining consistent density. Its four-pillar structure provides exceptional mechanical balance, precision, and efficiency for medium-duty agricultural manufacturing.

02 — Technical Specifications

SM 315 HP – HYDRAULIC PRESS MACHINE COMPLETE TECHNICAL DATA

The SM 315 HP – 315 Ton Hydraulic Press Machine is a robust and efficient solution designed for medium-capacity compaction and molding applications. With its precise pressure control and stable hydraulic performance, it ensures consistent density, superior product quality, and reliable operation.

Capacity & Structural Design

  • Rated Capacity: 315 Tons (≈ 3090 kN)
  • Type: Fourpillar hydraulic compression press
  • Frame: Welded steel, stress-relieved
  • Safety factor: ≥ 1.30–1.35
  • Parallelism accuracy: ≤ 0.05–0.07 mm

Hydraulic System

  • Cylinder: Doubleacting
  • Bore: 300–350 mm
  • Stroke: 400–700 mm
  • Working pressure: 25–30 MPa
  • Control: Proportional hydraulic system

Compression Cycle

  1. Powder filling into mold cavity
  2. Mold closing (fast approach)
  3. Precompression (air removal)
  4. Full compression (densification)
  5. Holding stage (binder bonding stabilization)
  6. Controlled decompression
  7. Mold opening
  8. Block ejection

Heating / Moisture Control

  • Typically cold compaction process
  • Optional:
    • Mild heating: 40–70°C
    • Moisture/steam conditioning for molasses blocks

Working Envelope

  • Platen size:
    • Standard: 600 × 600 mm
    • Optional: 800 × 800 mm
  • Daylight: 600–1000 mm
  • Column diameter: 100–140 mm

Control System

  • PLC: Siemens / Delta / Mitsubishi
  • HMI: Recipe-based operation
  • Controlled parameters:
    • Pressure
    • Compression time
    • Batch weight
    • Moisture (optional)
  • Features:
    • Production data logging
    • Safety PLC + interlock system

SM 315 HP — Model Specifications

  • Nominal Force: 3150 KN
  • Maximum Hydraulic Pressure: 25 MPa
  • Max Opening Height of the Slider: 1000 mm
  • Max Stroke of the Slider: 600 mm
  • Effective Bed Size: 800 × 800 mm
  • Slider Down Speed: 100 mm/s
  • Slider Pressing Speed: 7–12 mm/s
  • Slider Return Speed: 90 mm/s
  • Ejector Cylinder Nominal Force: 300 KN
  • Stroke of the Ejection Cylinder: 300 mm
Production Case Study

Animal Husbandry Salt Blocks Manufacturing Plant

Salt, Minerals, BindersRaw Material
2kg to 10kgBlock Weight
100mm x 100mm x 100mmBlock Size
10 to 15 SecCycle Time
High Density Compaction
Automated Powder Feeding
Precision Pressure Control
Continuous Duty Cycle
Uniform Weight Control
Hydraulic Floating Pressure
High Volumetric Yield

03 — Die / Mold System

Precision Animal Husbandry Salt Blocks Die Engineering

Precision Animal Husbandry Salt Blocks Die Engineering ensures accurate shaping and uniform dimensions of livestock mineral blocks through advanced die design and manufacturing. Engineered for optimal material flow and consistent compaction, it helps produce high-density blocks with superior strength and durability.

Technical Specifications

Mold Type

  • Compression mold
  • Single cavity or multi-cavity configuration

Mold Materials

  • Tool steel: P20 / H13 alloy steel
  • Coatings:
    • Anti-corrosion (important due to salt exposure)
    • Nickel / chrome plating

Mold Construction

  • Upper punch: Compression plate
  • Lower cavity: Block shape cavity
  • Guide pillars: Alignment accuracy ±0.02 mm
  • Ejection system: Mechanical / hydraulic ejector

Corrosion Protection

  • Salt-resistant coatings
  • Stainless steel inserts (optional)
  • Anti-rust surface treatment

Venting System

  • Micro vent holes
  • Gas escape grooves

Prevents:

  • Air pockets
  • Cracks
  • Density inconsistencies

Surface Finish

AreaFinish
Block surfaceSmooth / light texture
EdgesReinforced sharp edges
BrandingEmbossed

Mold Life: 100,000 – 250,000 cycles

315T Animal Husbandry Salt Blocks Press die mold
Case Study (Die Performance)

Animal Husbandry Salt Blocks Die Mold

Cr12MoVDie Steel
58-62 HRCHardness
Vacuum HardeningHeat Treatment
High Wear Resistance
Corrosion Resistant Coating
Precision Mirror Polishing
Carburized Surface Hardening
Extended Service Life
High Pressure Durability
Anti Galling Surface Treatment

04 — Product Application

Where Animal Husbandry Salt Blocks Are Used

Animal Husbandry Salt Blocks are widely used in dairy farms, cattle farms, sheep and goat rearing units, and commercial livestock operations to provide essential minerals and trace nutrients. They help support animal growth, improve milk production, enhance reproductive performance, and maintain overall health.

Industry Applications

Livestock & Dairy Industry

The Livestock & Dairy Industry extensively uses animal husbandry salt blocks to provide essential minerals and nutrients for cattle, dairy animals, goats, sheep, and buffaloes. These mineral blocks support healthy growth, improve milk yield, enhance fertility, and strengthen overall animal health. They are commonly used as cattle mineral blocks, dairy feed supplements, and mineral licks for grazing and farm-raised livestock, ensuring a consistent source of nutrition throughout the year.

Agriculture Sector

The Agriculture Sector uses animal husbandry salt blocks for mineral supplementation in grazing fields and pasture-based livestock systems. These blocks provide a continuous source of essential minerals to animals grazing outdoors, helping maintain health, growth, and productivity. Their weather-resistant design makes them ideal for outdoor feeding systems, ensuring reliable nutrient availability with minimal maintenance.

Animal Nutrition Industry

The Animal Nutrition Industry uses mineral salt blocks to provide targeted nutritional support for horses and livestock with specific dietary requirements. Horse mineral blocks help maintain bone strength, muscle function, and overall health, while specialty nutrition blocks are formulated to deliver customized blends of minerals, vitamins, and trace elements. These blocks offer a convenient and effective method of supplementation, ensuring consistent nutrient intake and improved animal performance.

Feed Manufacturing

The Feed Manufacturing industry relies on animal husbandry salt block presses for large-scale production of mineral and nutrition feed blocks with consistent quality and density. These blocks are widely used in veterinary nutrition products to deliver essential minerals, vitamins, and trace nutrients that support animal health and productivity. High-efficiency hydraulic pressing ensures durable, uniform blocks that are suitable for bulk distribution and commercial livestock feeding programs.

IndustryScenario
Dairy Farms Daily mineral nutrition for cattle
Livestock Outdoor feeding blocks
Agriculture Supplementing grazing animals
Feed Industry High-volume production
Veterinary Nutrient delivery system

Finished Product Gallery

05 — Key Advantages

Why Choose the 315-Ton Sinter Hydraulic Press

The 315-Ton Sinter Hydraulic Press is an ideal choice for manufacturing animal husbandry salt blocks, offering the perfect balance of compaction force, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. It delivers controlled pressure to produce dense, uniform blocks with consistent mineral distribution and reliable durability.

01

Fast cycle time (1–2 minutes)

Fast cycle times of just 1–2 minutes make the 315-Ton Sinter Hydraulic Press highly efficient for animal husbandry salt block production. Its rapid operation increases production output, reduces downtime, and supports consistent manufacturing performance. This improved productivity helps lower production costs while maintaining uniform block density and quality, making it ideal for medium-scale manufacturing facilities.

02

Cold or low-temperature process

The cold or low-temperature process of the 315-Ton Sinter Hydraulic Press enables animal husbandry salt blocks to be produced without exposing minerals and additives to excessive heat. This helps preserve nutritional integrity while reducing energy consumption and production costs. The process also ensures consistent block quality, strength, and density, making it an efficient and economical solution for livestock mineral block manufacturing.

03

High-density durable blocks

High-density durable blocks produced by the 315-Ton Sinter Hydraulic Press offer excellent strength and structural integrity for animal husbandry salt block applications. The controlled compaction process ensures uniform density, reducing the risk of cracking, chipping, or breakage during handling and transportation. These robust blocks provide long-lasting performance in farm environments, minimizing wastage and ensuring a consistent supply of essential minerals for livestock.

04

Controlled nutrient release

Controlled nutrient release in high-density animal husbandry salt blocks ensures that minerals and trace elements are consumed gradually by livestock over an extended period. The compact and uniform structure prevents rapid dissolution, reducing wastage and providing a steady supply of essential nutrients. This promotes better animal health, consistent mineral intake, and improved feeding efficiency in both indoor and outdoor farming environments.

05

Reduced feed wastage

Reduced feed wastage is achieved through the high-density and durable structure of animal husbandry salt blocks, which allows livestock to consume minerals gradually and efficiently. The compact blocks resist crumbling, spillage, and weather-related losses, ensuring that more nutrients are utilized rather than wasted. This improves feed efficiency, lowers replacement frequency, and helps reduce overall feeding costs for livestock producers.

06

High demand in livestock sector

High demand in the livestock sector is driven by the growing need for effective mineral supplementation to improve animal health, growth, fertility, and productivity. Animal husbandry salt blocks provide a convenient and reliable source of essential minerals for cattle, buffaloes, goats, sheep, and other livestock. Their ease of use, long-lasting performance, and proven nutritional benefits make them a widely adopted solution across dairy farms, commercial livestock operations, and grazing systems.