Keep Moving Away From Crude Protein: More Evidence
July 8, 2021
This isn’t a new idea for anyone who has read the Insta-Pro blog over the years, but the purpose of this post is to discuss, from what I…
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Total Cost of Ownership Calculator
July 1, 2021
Insta-pro has always been forth coming with its customers and potential customers. In the past, whenever we received a Request for Quote, we made sure to speak openly…
What’s the Difference? Extruder Model 9000 vs Model 9400
June 24, 2021
Last year, we introduced the world to our new extruder model, the 9000, and many clients have asked what the difference is between this new model and our…
How Do You Ensure Its ExPress® Meal?
June 17, 2021
One thing that we pride ourselves on at Insta-Pro is our customers providing high-quality & highly digestible ExPress® Meal to their customers. Educating customers and prospects on the…
Jonathan Kingsbury; President & CEO
June 14, 2021
GRIMES, Iowa, USA; June 14th, 2021 Insta-Pro International (“Insta-Pro” or “the Company”) a leading global manufacturer of processing equipment for the feed and food industry, today, announced…
Broiler Integrators: Use High-Shear Dry Extruded Ingredients to Quickly Attain Market Weight & Flock Uniformity
June 10, 2021
The poultry industry is continuously evolving as demand for poultry products increases globally. To meet these demands, choosing efficient feeding strategies and dietary ingredients is crucial to provide…
Dairy Farmers: Providing Added Value to Corn for Dairy Cows
June 3, 2021
In several countries the dairy industry had a difficult year in 2020, as in many other industries, the pandemic caused consumers to make significant changes in their consumption…
Process Flow: Corn Soya Blend
May 27, 2021
Corn soya blend (CSB) is a well-recognized fortified blended food used all around the world to support the eradication of malnutrition. This product is in high demand for…
Top Things to Consider When Preparing to Borrow Money
May 20, 2021
With interest rates very low, this is a good time to borrow money for your new agribusiness project, or to expand your existing extrusion plant. The problem, however,…
Increase Capacity vs. Purchase a Generator
May 13, 2021
I personally faced the question while managing an Extrusion factory in Nairobi Kenya before joining Insta-Pro. My hope is to offer some insight to you, by sharing my…
Total Cost of Ownership (Oil Press)
May 6, 2021
Previously I discussed the considerations for investing in extrusion equipment and the benefits of looking at the long-term total ownership cost. Now I would like to discuss the…
Consider Total Cost of Ownership When Making Capital Purchases
April 29, 2021
In a previous blog, I urged customers to not lose a dollar by saving a penny. Now I would like explain how to quantify a premium product versus…
4 Ways to Ship, Do You Know What Method Is Best For You?
April 22, 2021
For many of us, it has become routine to order almost anything we want online and find a package on our doorway a few days later. Here is…
Extruder vs. Expander
April 15, 2021
There are several times when we talk with customers that use the terms “extruder” and “expander” interchangeably. Conceptually, it is easy to see why this can happen. Both…
Why A Letter of Credit Makes Purchasing Easier
April 8, 2021
In the last few years, banking regulations have tightened around the world as banks have put in place “Know Your Customer” requirements in an effort to combat fraudulent…
“Sustainability”, A Buzz Word With Traction
April 1, 2021
Sustainability is a buzzword for sure, but it’s getting real traction in the marketplace. Consumers are paying more attention to reduce their carbon footprint. For example, trends in…
Another Example: Knowing your Ingredients is Critical
March 25, 2021
We’ve discussed here before the importance of understanding your ingredients. Whether you’re making food products that require an ingredient with certain characteristics, such as a protein ingredient with…
The Importance of Nutrition Begins Before Birth – High-Shear Dry Extruded Flax
March 18, 2021
We focus a lot on improving the feeding of animals through the various stages of production. It’s not hard to see why – the costs of feeding animals…