Co-Grain supplied an integrated paddy drying, grain storage and rice milling solution for a commercial rice-processing project in Ghana. The plant combines a 60 T/D rice milling line, a 15 T/batch paddy dryer and two 100-ton galvanized steel silos in one coordinated production system.
Project Overview
| Project location | Ghana |
|---|---|
| Raw material | Paddy rice |
| Rice mill capacity | 60 T/D |
| Paddy dryer | 15 T/Batch |
| Grain storage | 2 × 100 T galvanized steel silos |
| Total nominal silo capacity | 200 T |
| Main system | Paddy drying + grain storage + rice milling |
Project Requirement
A rice mill must receive paddy in a condition suitable for stable storage and processing. During harvest, incoming paddy may have variable or excessive moisture, especially when grain is collected under humid conditions.
The customer needed to:
- Receive and prepare freshly harvested paddy
- Reduce moisture under controlled batch conditions
- Provide intermediate storage between drying and milling
The system also needed to:
- Maintain a consistent supply to the rice mill
- Connect sections through conveying and control
- Support seasonal paddy intake and production planning
Integrated Project Solution
Co-Grain configured the project around three connected sections: paddy drying, grain storage and rice milling. Storage and material transfer act as buffers between different processing stages rather than allowing each section to operate as an unrelated machine.
15 T/Batch Paddy Drying System
The 15 T/batch dryer reduces moisture in freshly harvested paddy before storage or milling. Batch operation gives the plant flexibility to manage variations in incoming moisture, harvesting volume and operating schedule.
Daily drying cycles depend on initial moisture, target moisture, ambient conditions, heat-source performance and operating schedule. These factors should be confirmed during operation.
Two 100-Ton Paddy Storage Silos
Two galvanized steel silos, each with a nominal capacity of 100 tons, provide a combined nominal storage capacity of 200 tons. The silos create a buffer between the dryer and the rice milling line.
Storage functions
- Temporary holding of dried paddy
- Buffering between drying and milling
- More continuous paddy supply to the mill
Operational flexibility
- Separate paddy-batch management
- Filling and discharge around the milling schedule
- Better coordination during concentrated intake
Final storage time and operating conditions depend on grain moisture, grain temperature, silo configuration, aeration and local climate.
60 T/D Rice Milling Line
After drying and storage, paddy is transferred to the 60 T/D rice milling line. The milling section is planned as the downstream production stage of the complete project.
Connecting upstream drying and storage with milling allows the plant to manage raw paddy from post-harvest treatment through to finished rice production within one coordinated facility.
Why This Configuration Fits the Project
This approach is relevant to commercial rice processors that need to manage seasonal paddy intake while maintaining a planned milling schedule.
Engineering and Project Support
Co-Grain’s scope for integrated rice-processing projects can include process planning, equipment configuration, manufacturing, conveying interfaces, electrical control, installation guidance, commissioning assistance and operator training.
Dryer discharge, silo filling, silo discharge and rice-mill feeding should be considered during the initial project design so every section matches the material flow and operating rhythm of the next section.
Operational Value
- Better management of variable-moisture paddy
- Reduced dependence on immediate milling after drying
- More flexible organization of incoming grain batches
- Improved coordination between drying and milling schedules
- Steadier paddy supply to the processing line
- One engineering interface for the main processing sections
These are configuration objectives rather than measured performance claims. Actual results depend on paddy condition, operating practices, climate, heat source, maintenance and other site-specific factors.
Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment is included in this Ghana rice-mill project?
The confirmed main equipment includes a 60 T/D rice milling line, a 15 T/batch paddy dryer and two 100-ton galvanized steel grain silos. Suitable receiving, cleaning, conveying and control connections are also required.
Why is a paddy dryer installed before the rice mill?
Freshly harvested paddy may contain more moisture than is suitable for stable storage or milling. Controlled drying prepares the grain for intermediate storage and more manageable milling conditions.
Why does the project use two grain silos?
Two silos provide flexibility for batch management, filling and discharge while creating buffer storage between the dryer and rice mill.
Can this configuration be customized?
Yes. Dryer capacity, silo capacity, rice-mill output, heat source, conveying route and automation should be selected according to paddy condition, production target, site layout and local requirements.
Project Summary
This Ghana project connects moisture control, storage buffering and rice milling in one coordinated system. Co-Grain designs the equipment and interfaces around the customer’s paddy condition, production schedule and complete grain flow.
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