Engineered for high-yield starch processing, germ separation, and starch slurry refining. Optimized for industrial plants across Spain.
Precision germ separation technology designed to maximize starch recovery and clean germ extraction in wet milling plants.
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Heavy-duty construction with adjustable disc clearance, ensuring minimal starch loss and high operational reliability.
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Multi-stage hydrocyclone systems engineered to wash, concentrate, and refine starch slurries with maximum efficiency.
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Advanced separation technology designed to remove soluble proteins and fine fibers, yielding premium-grade starch.
View DetailsSpain represents one of the most dynamic agricultural and industrial processing hubs in Southern Europe. With a highly developed livestock sector, particularly in regions like Aragon, Catalonia, and Castile and León, the demand for high-quality animal feed components—such as corn gluten meal and DDGS (Distillers Dried Grains with Solubles)—is consistently high. This demand directly drives the need for advanced wet milling infrastructure.
Furthermore, Spain's commitment to the European Green Deal and renewable energy targets has catalyzed the expansion of bio-refineries and bio-ethanol production facilities in Andalusia and Galicia. In these modern processing plants, the Degerming Mill is a critical piece of machinery. By separating the germ from the endosperm with high precision, Spanish processors can extract valuable corn oil while ensuring the remaining starch slurry is optimized for fermentation or refining.
However, local processors face challenges: rising energy costs in the Iberian Peninsula and strict EU environmental regulations require processing equipment to be highly energy-efficient, durable, and compliant with CE directives.
In maize wet milling, the primary objective of the degerming stage is to release the germ from the kernel without damaging it. If the germ is crushed or broken, oil leaks into the starch slurry, which reduces starch purity and complicates downstream filtration and evaporation processes.
Jiangsu Zongheng’s Degerming Mills utilize a specialized disc configuration with adjustable clearances. The maize kernels, having been steeped to the optimum moisture content, are fed into the center of the mill. Centrifugal force drives the kernels outward through the gap between a stationary disc and a rotating disc. The impact and shearing action strip the germ clean from the endosperm and fiber.
Allows operators to fine-tune the milling gap based on kernel size and steeping conditions, minimizing germ breakage and maximizing starch release.
High-speed rotating components are dynamically balanced to reduce vibration, extending the lifespan of bearings and reducing maintenance downtime.
Milling plates are cast from proprietary wear-resistant alloys, ensuring consistent performance even under continuous 24/7 operation.
Established in 1992 (formerly Yixing Yangxi Light Industry Machinery Factory), Jiangsu Zongheng Concentrating and Drying Equipment Co., Ltd. has grown into a modern high-tech enterprise. Spanning over 54,000 square meters with a dedicated 22,000 square meter production facility, we combine decades of manufacturing expertise with cost-efficient Chinese supply chains.
For Spanish enterprises, sourcing from Jiangsu Zongheng offers a unique balance of European-standard quality and highly competitive capital expenditure (CAPEX).
| Feature / Parameter | Jiangsu Zongheng Standard | Benefit for Spanish Operators |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | ASME "U" Stamp, ISO9001, CE Certification | Full compliance with EU safety and pressure vessel regulations. |
| Engineering Team | 3 Senior Engineers, 20+ Specialized Engineers | Custom system integration and process flow design. |
| Manufacturing Capacity | 54,000 m² facility, advanced CNC machining | Reliable lead times and scalable production for large projects. |
| Material Quality | High-grade Stainless Steel (304, 316L, Duplex) | Corrosion resistance, food-grade hygiene, and long service life. |
Jiangsu Zongheng does not just supply individual machines; we deliver integrated, macro-level process solutions. For a starch or bio-ethanol plant in Spain, the efficiency of the Degerming Mill directly impacts downstream systems.
Our comprehensive solutions link the milling stage with advanced separation, concentration, and drying technologies:
Following germ separation, the starch slurry must be washed and concentrated. Our Starch Washing Cyclones remove soluble proteins and fine fibers. The remaining light phase is concentrated using energy-efficient MVR (Mechanical Vapor Recompression) Evaporation Plants or Falling Film Evaporators, reducing steam consumption by up to 70% compared to traditional multi-effect systems.
The separated fiber and gluten are dewatered using our high-efficiency Single Screw Presses. The dewatered cake is then dried in a ZXG Tube Bundle Dryer or an Airflow Dryer. These dryers operate under low-oxygen conditions, preserving the nutritional value of the feed products (DDGS) while ensuring safe, explosion-proof operation.
Established as Yixing Yangxi Light Industrial Machinery Factory, focusing on basic light industrial machinery with 45 employees.
Obtained ISO9001 quality management system certification, formalizing our quality control processes.
Recognized as a Jiangsu Provincial High-Tech Enterprise, accelerating our R&D in evaporation and drying technologies.
Obtained the Special Equipment Manufacturing License of the People's Republic of China for pressure vessels.
Acquired the prestigious ASME "U" Stamp authorization, opening doors to global industrial markets.
Obtained international quality system certification (Certificate No. 45021), aligning our services with global standards.
Now operating a 54,000 m² modern facility with 120+ employees, supplying state-of-the-art process equipment to Spain and worldwide.
Our machinery is engineered to integrate seamlessly into existing Spanish industrial infrastructures:
Starch & Sweetener Refining: Processing local maize to produce high-purity glucose and fructose syrups for Spain's food and beverage sector.
Animal Feed & DDGS: Dewatering and drying corn gluten feed for the region's extensive swine and poultry farming industries.
Bio-Ethanol Plants: Separating corn germ prior to fermentation to optimize yeast activity and recover high-value corn oil.
Explore our full range of CE-certified evaporators, dryers, and screw presses designed for Spanish starch, alcohol, and environmental protection industries.
Mechanical Vapor Recompression technology designed to minimize thermal energy consumption in concentration processes.
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Optimized for heat-sensitive liquids, ensuring short residence times and high heat transfer coefficients.
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Ideal for drying heavy starch by-products and gluten meal with low energy consumption and high safety standards.
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Engineered for high-viscosity liquids and solutions prone to scaling or crystallization.
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Continuous mechanical dewatering for fibrous materials, reducing thermal drying load.
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Utilizes waste heat from dryers or boilers to concentrate thin stillage, maximizing plant thermal efficiency.
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High-performance evaporation system designed to meet strict European food safety and hygienic standards.
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Custom-engineered multi-effect and thermal vapor recompression (TVR) evaporation systems.
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