LignoBond® by Borregaard

LignoBond® is a lignosulfonate, a natural plant-based polymer extracted from spruce wood. When used in the pelleting process, LignoBond® acts as a powerful binder, absorbing steam during conditioning and promoting better starch gelatinization. This process results in a tougher, more durable pellet that can withstand the rigors of transportation and handling with minimal breakage.

Key Benefits
• Superior Pellet Durability: LignoBond® is proven to increase the durability (Pellet Durability Index, PDI) of pellets. This is particularly effective in feed formulations with high levels of by-products, fats, or fiber.
• Reduced Fines and Dust: By creating a more robust pellet, LignoBond® significantly reduces the amount of “fines” (broken pieces and dust) that are produced during manufacturing, transport, and handling. This ensures that animals receive the full nutritional formulation as intended, minimizes waste, and leads to a cleaner production environment.
• Improved Production Efficiency: LignoBond® can lead to a more efficient pelleting process. By improving steam absorption and flow through the die, it can increase production rates and reduce energy consumption per ton of feed, directly lowering manufacturing costs.
• All-Natural and Sustainable: Made from 100% lignosulfonate, a by-product of the wood processing industry, LignoBond® is a sustainable and environmentally friendly choice for feed production.

Choose LignoBond® to ensure your feed maintains its quality and nutritional integrity from the mill to the feeder, maximizing performance and profitability.

Ideal For:
• Feed formulations that are difficult to pellet.
• Mills experiencing unfavorable pelleting conditions.
• Producers aiming to improve pellet quality.
• Pelleting of wood and other biomass materials.

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