Feed Design Lab is ready for the future with a renewed pilot plant!
Feed Design Lab, the practical research & education center for innovation and sustainability in the animal feed industry, has invested in its pilot plant this year. At the start of Feed Design Lab in 2014, a pilot plant was opened for research into new rraw materials & production techniques and training activities. Now, 6 years later, the renewed pilot plant aims to further professionalise what Feed Design Lab is unique in: experimenting for the animal feed industry and providing practical training.
Within Feed Design Lab, 115 partner companies and knowledge institutions work together in a unique network on innovation within the animal feed sector.
18 partner companies involved in the renovation
In total 18 partner companies (including VDL Industrial Products) contributed to the renovation.
Within the test factory of Feed Design Lab, we are responsible for the stainless steel piping of the Jacob brand, which connects all machines together and is therefore an essential part for this high-quality installation. In addition, we have applied our VDL Rotary valves in collaboration with the company Geelen, with extra attention for our quick-disassembly rotary valve for efficient maintenance.
Unique possibilities
Companies from all over the world are interested in the extensive testing options. Feed Design Lab can thus make an important contribution to, among other things, the application of circular raw materials, improving animal health and reducing the CO2 footprint of animal feed.
Virtual tour
The renovated pilot plant can also be visited during Corona time, interested parties can visit here for register a virtual tour.