Weighing Liquid Feed Mixing Tank

The Weighing Liquid Feed Mixing Tank is a central preparation vessel designed for automated liquid feeding systems in commercial pig production. It combines ingredient weighing, liquid-feed mixing and controlled discharge in one integrated unit.

The tank is typically manufactured from corrosion-resistant stainless steel and mounted on load cells. Dry ingredients, water, liquid components, minerals and other compatible feed materials can be introduced according to a programmed recipe. The electronic weighing system records changes in tank weight while ingredients are added and while the finished ration is discharged.

An integrated agitator creates a homogeneous feed mixture before the prepared ration is pumped into the distribution system. Automatic tank-cleaning equipment can also be incorporated to support hygienic operation between feeding cycles.

The tank can be configured for piglet rearing, sow management and finishing operations and is suitable for new pig farm construction, livestock equipment modernization and integrated steel structure building projects.

• Integrated Electronic Weighing: Load cells measure ingredient additions and feed discharge for accurate batch preparation.
• Stainless Steel Construction: Smooth corrosion-resistant surfaces support long service life and hygienic livestock feed preparation.
• Efficient Mixing: Motor-driven agitator promotes uniform distribution of dry ingredients, liquids, vitamins, minerals and compatible additives.
• Automatic Recipe Preparation: Can be connected to a compatible feeding computer for controlled ingredient dosing and batch management.
• High Weighing Precision: Reference HydroAir systems use electronic weighing with a 100 g scale resolution.
• Compact Feed Kitchen Layout: Suitable configurations can be installed in relatively small feed preparation rooms.
• Tank Cleaning Function: Integrated cleaning equipment can rinse internal surfaces after feed preparation and distribution.
• Phase Feeding Capability: Multiple feed recipes can be prepared according to animal age, production stage or nutritional requirements.
• Flexible Ingredient Use: Suitable systems can process dry feed, water, liquid ingredients and compatible supplements according to recipe design.
• Project-Based Configuration: Tank volume, agitator, weighing arrangement, pipe connections and control functions can be customized.

• Stainless Steel Tank Body: Main vessel for receiving, weighing and mixing liquid-feed ingredients.
• Conical or Sloped Bottom: Supports effective discharge and helps reduce residual feed inside the tank.
• Load Cells: Installed beneath the tank support points to measure changes in total tank weight.
• Weighing Frame: Transfers tank load correctly to the load cells while maintaining structural stability.
• Agitator: Motor-driven mixing device used to produce a consistent liquid-feed mixture.
• Ingredient Inlets: Connections for water, dry feed, liquid components and compatible additives.
• Tank Cleaning Device: Internal spray or rinsing equipment used to clean the vessel after feeding cycles.
• Discharge Outlet: Located at the lower section of the tank and connected to the liquid-feed pump system.
• Feed Pump: Transfers the mixed ration from the tank into distribution pipelines.
• Valves and Pipework: Control ingredient admission, circulation, discharge and cleaning operations.
• Weighing Controller: Processes load-cell signals and communicates weight information to the feeding control system.
• Support Structure: Stainless steel or corrosion-resistant frame designed according to tank capacity and project requirements.

At the beginning of a feeding cycle, the control system selects the required ration according to the programmed feeding plan. Water, liquid ingredients and dry feed components are introduced into the mixing tank in a defined sequence.

Load cells beneath the tank continuously detect changes in weight. The weighing controller uses this information to determine how much of each ingredient has entered the tank and stops the corresponding dosing device when the programmed quantity is reached.

The agitator operates during or after ingredient dosing to create a uniform liquid-feed mixture. Mixing time and sequence can be adjusted according to the characteristics of the feed recipe.

When preparation is complete, a feed pump transfers the finished ration through the distribution pipeline to designated feeding valves or livestock groups. The weighing system can continue measuring the reduction in tank weight during discharge.

After feeding, the tank and associated pipelines can be rinsed according to the selected cleaning program, helping maintain hygienic conditions and reduce residual feed between batches.

• Piglet rearing and nursery farms
• Commercial sow farms
• Gestation and farrowing units
• Growing and finishing pig farms
• Multi-phase pig feeding programs
• Centralized liquid-feed kitchens
• Automated livestock feeding systems
• Feed preparation using multiple ingredients
• Pig farm construction projects
• Existing farm feeding-system modernization
• Steel structure livestock buildings
• Large-scale integrated pig production projects

• Tank volume and external dimensions
• Round, square or project-specific tank geometry
• Stainless steel grade according to project requirements
• Three-point or four-point weighing configuration where suitable
• Load cell capacity and weighing range
• Agitator type and motor power
• Ingredient inlet quantity and pipe diameter
• Feed discharge connection
• Automatic tank cleaning system
• Water and liquid-component dosing interfaces
• Additive and mineral dosing connections
• Feed pump configuration
• Weighing controller and automation interface
• Integration with existing liquid feed pipelines
• OEM configuration available upon request
• Designed according to local climate and farm conditions

Foundation: Install the tank on a level, rigid foundation capable of supporting the maximum operating weight of the tank, feed, water and auxiliary equipment.

Load Cell Installation: Each weighing point should transfer load vertically and freely to the load cell. Mechanical binding from pipes, cables or support structures should be minimized because it can influence weighing accuracy.

Pipe Connections: Flexible sections should be considered where appropriate at ingredient and discharge connections so external pipe forces do not interfere with the weighing system.

Agitator Commissioning: Confirm motor rotation and inspect the agitator for free movement before introducing feed ingredients.

Weighing Calibration: Zero setting and calibration should be completed after the complete tank, piping and weighing structure have been installed.

Cleaning: Flush internal tank surfaces, discharge pipes and valves regularly according to the feeding program and farm hygiene requirements.

Routine Maintenance: Periodically inspect load cells, mounting hardware, agitator bearings, motor, valves, seals, pumps and electrical connections. Recalibration should be considered after structural modifications or replacement of weighing components.

In a commercial piglet-rearing project, the weighing mixing tank can prepare individual liquid-feed recipes according to age, weight and nutritional program. Reference HydroAir systems can prepare feed from numerous components and support phase feeding for different production groups.

For larger pig production complexes, the tank can form part of a centralized feed kitchen incorporating ingredient storage, dosing equipment, water supply, weighing control, pumps, distribution pipes and electro-pneumatic feed valves.

Final tank size, mixing capacity and control architecture should be determined from animal numbers, feed recipes, feeding frequency, required batch size, distribution distance and available feed-kitchen space.

Q: Why is the liquid feed mixing tank installed on load cells?

A: Load cells allow the control system to measure each ingredient by weight during preparation and to monitor the amount of finished feed discharged from the tank.

Q: What materials can be mixed in the tank?

A: The system can be configured for water, dry compound feed, liquid ingredients, vitamins, minerals and other compatible feed components according to the selected recipe and feeding equipment.

Q: Is the tank suitable for piglet feeding?

A: Yes. The reference HydroAir system is specifically designed for piglet rearing and can also be used in suitable sow-feeding applications.

Q: Can different feed recipes be prepared?

A: Yes. When connected to compatible dosing and control equipment, multiple recipes can be prepared for different animal groups and production phases.

Q: How is feed mixed uniformly?

A: A motor-driven agitator continuously circulates the ingredients inside the tank until a homogeneous liquid-feed mixture is obtained.

Q: Can the tank clean itself automatically?

A: Automatic tank-cleaning equipment can be incorporated into the system to rinse internal surfaces after feeding cycles and support hygienic operation.

Q: Can the tank be integrated into an existing liquid feeding system?

A: Yes. Retrofit integration is possible where the existing pipework, pumps, electrical controls and available installation space are compatible with the selected tank configuration.

Q: What information is required for a quotation?

A: Please provide animal type and quantity, required batch volume, daily feeding frequency, feed ingredients, available feed-kitchen dimensions, pipeline layout, distribution distance, electrical standard and required automation functions.