Applications

Industry-leading steam flaking for today’s beef industry.

Steam Flaking

Ferrell-Ross steam flaking mills are built the way durable equipment should be honest, heavy, and made to last a lifetime. Every component reflects decades of experience in some of the toughest processing environments in North America.

Pinnacle Series Flaker

For operations looking for even greater efficiency, the Pinnacle Series builds on the rugged foundation of our standard flaker with additional performance-driven advantages.

High Torque, Low RPM Motors

Pinnacle models feature high-torque motors that operate at lower RPMs, reducing electrical consumption by as much as $10,000 per year a significant savings for continuous operations.

Factory-Mounted Motors & Guards

Each Pinnacle flaker ships with motors and guards already installed and factory-tested. That means shorter installation time often less than half a day and confidence that your equipment is ready to run the moment it arrives.

Cereal Flaking

As the nation’s leading manufacturer including 18″, 20″, and 24″ flaking mills Ferrell-Ross has long set the standard for reliability and workmanship. Building on this experience, our engineering team developed a flaking mill design that meets the stringent sanitary and performance requirements of today’s cereal and oilseed industries.

The 32×40 cereal flaking mill is the smallest in our 32″ diameter series and is engineered to withstand extremely high roll pressures while maintaining the sanitary standards essential in modern processing environments.

Standard sanitary features include an all-stainless product zone, fully welded and ground construction, and an open, accessible design for efficient cleaning. Additional options such as FDA-compliant coatings, high-pressure roll assemblies, roll cooling or heating, oscillating scrapers, and automated roll-gap control allow us to tailor the mill to your specific needs.

Oil Seed Flaking

The Ferrell-Ross 32×84 oil seed flaking mill is engineered and built right here in the USA, with the kind of strength and longevity our customers have trusted for generations. Our robust flaker designs have been running in plants for decades, and the 84″ model carries that legacy forward—built to take on long hours, heavy loads, and unforgiving operating environments without wavering.

Dual-Shaft Feeder for Heavy-Duty Performance

Every successful oilseed process starts with consistent feeding, and our dual-shaft feeder assembly is built for exactly that. A paddle-style shaft breaks up clusters and distributes grain evenly, while the feed roll assembly meters product smoothly into the roll nip. This controlled flow helps achieve consistent flake thickness, typically between 0.25–0.30 mm, depending on bulk density.

Oat Flaking

The 18×36 oat flaking mill is engineered for simplicity, serviceability, and long-term operation. Removable side panels make routine cleaning and roll changes straightforward—no contortions, no wasted time, just clean access and efficient workflow.

Built for Cleanliness & Corrosion Resistance

The 304 stainless-steel housing stands up to moisture and prevents corrosion build-up over time, keeping your process cleaner and your mill performing at its best.

Premium Roll & Saddle Construction

Each mill comes standard with high-quality chilled cast iron rolls paired with custom aluminum saddles. Optional saddles in nylon or stainless steel are available for specialized applications. The 4-15/16″ journals run on double-row, self-aligning spherical bearings seated in custom Ferrell-Ross cast-iron housings—built for longevity and smooth performance.

Lab Flaking

The 18×12 Laboratory Flaking Mill is purpose-built for labs, pilot plants, and foundation-sized cereal flaking operations processing up to 150 lbs per hour. While it shines in cereal testing environments, this mill is versatile enough to handle a wide range of products, making it a powerful tool for R&D and small-scale production work.

Production-Grade Design in a Compact Footprint

This mill mirrors the engineering of our heavy-duty industrial flakers, but in a compact package with independent operator controls for precision testing and product development.

Standard features include:

Chilled cast iron rolls with rotary unions for roll cooling
FDA white powder-coated frame for clean, sanitary operation
Stainless steel center section ensuring safe, sterile product contact
7.5 HP dual-drive system allowing independent roll control
Handwheel roll adjustment for intuitive, precise setup
Heavy-duty springs and hydraulic accumulator for roll protection

Whether you’re refining a recipe or validating a new process, the Ferrell-Ross 18×12 gives you the control and reliability to test confidently and consistently.

Steam Chest

Ferrell-Ross Steam Chests are built with the same no-nonsense craftsmanship that defines every piece of equipment we make. Constructed from heavy 10-gauge 304 stainless steel, these chests are designed to stand up to years of heat, moisture, and constant use without warping, weakening, or backing down.

Engineered for True Mass Flow

Our sharply sloped cone section promotes true mass flow, delivering a first-in, first-out cooking process that prevents rat-holing, bridging, or any of the flow problems that slow production and affect consistency. When you’re running a Ferrell-Ross steam chest, you get smooth, predictable movement—exactly how it should be.

Exclusive Stainless Steam Injection System

Inside every steam chest is our exclusive rolled stainless-pipe steam injection ring. This design produces even, reliable cooking and maintains proper conditioning throughout the entire batch.
The result: Long-lasting performance and uniform product quality you can count on.

Cracking/Grinding

Ferrell-Ross roller mills are built for the kind of work that keeps America fed and fueled. Tough enough for grains, soils, and a wide range of materials, our mills deliver the reliable size reduction needed for feed, food, fuel, and industrial processing. When large volumes and consistent results matter, a Ferrell-Ross roller mill is the tool you want on your side.

Feed & Livestock Applications

From cattle operations to poultry farms to hog producers, our roller mills help create the high-quality feed that supports the backbone of the American food supply. With dependable volume handling and precise grinding capability, operators can trust Ferrell-Ross to deliver uniform, consistent product day after day.

Biofuel & Oilseed Processing

In the biofuel economy, particle reduction is critical and Ferrell-Ross mills have earned their place on the line. Whether you’re running soy, corn, sesame, milo, or another oilseed, our equipment handles the load without hesitation. We offer soybean cracking mills, crushers, and flaking mills designed to support high-capacity processing. Ferrell-Ross roller mills deliver the throughput and reliability today’s oilseed industry depends on.

Particle Reduction

Every operation has its own particle size requirements, and Ferrell-Ross equipment gives you the flexibility and durability to hit your mark. With roll configurations built for accuracy and long life, our mills help processors improve efficiency, texture, and overall product consistency.

Whether you’re reducing grain, cereal mix,oil seed, or specialty ingredients, you can trust Ferrell-Ross to deliver the performance needed to keep your plant moving forward.