ICM has signed a contract with Corn LP to install the advanced processing package. APP includes four patented and patent-pending ICM technologies that work together to mechanically separate corn into clean fiber, oil, soluble matter, protein, and enhanced protein containing yeast. Manufacturers can combine these ingredients to produce different feed products, including PROTOMAX yeast concentrate 50% protein animal feed, to enter various markets.
"After evaluating different technology companies in the market, we chose ICM," said Chris Boshart, general manager of Corn LP. "The Advanced Processing Package™ will allow us to flexibly produce different feeds, maximize high protein production, and increase operational efficiency."
APP has improved the overall efficiency of the factory in many ways. The front end fiber separation releases the fermentation capacity. For every bushel of corn entering the factory, four pounds of fiber will bypass the ethanol process—fermentation, distillation, and centrifugation—and go directly to the dryer. ICM's unique high-protein production method saves energy and reduces the chemical costs of cleaning and pH adjustment.
APP also has a continuous dehydration function throughout the entire feed production process. This allows the rotary dryer to consume less energy and reduce natural gas consumption, while maintaining the quality, function and digestibility of protein and fiber.
“For ethanol producers who want to diversify and reduce their carbon footprint, APP is becoming an important economic driver,” said Tom Ranallo, Vice President of Operations at ICM. "We are very pleased that Corn LP will soon be able to utilize PROTOMAX and other valuable feed products realized through ICM technology."
“PROTOMAX’s 50% yeast-rich protein is beneficial to a variety of animals, from dairy cows to poultry, pigs, fish, and even pets,” said Ryan Mass, Director of Animal Nutrition and Feed Development at ICM. "In a recent study conducted on pigs by the University of Illinois, PROTOMAX showed better digestibility and higher metabolic (ME) energy compared to other high-protein feeds and soybean meal on the market. ME is used by animals Energy for normal activity and weight gain," Mass added.
The installation of APP will enable Corn LP to design high-quality feeds according to its market needs and increase ethanol production by approximately 10% without loss of production.
Installation will begin in March to achieve high protein production by the end of 2022.