Production & Shipment Completed for Burkina Faso’s Model 15 Combination Rice Mill
On our latest export project, we’ve completed production and shipment of the Model 15 Combination Rice Mill ordered by a client in Burkina Faso. This customer story highlights how engineering discipline, quality control, and logistics coordination come together to deliver a ready-to-run solution for West African milling conditions.
Project overview
The buyer required a compact, integrated line that fits limited floor space while achieving stable throughput and consistent head-rice yield. The Model 15 Combination Rice Mill was specified for its balanced configuration—integrating cleaning, dehusking, separation, whitening/polishing, and grading within a footprint suitable for small to mid-scale commercial mills and cooperatives.
Production & quality assurance
Manufacturing followed our ISO-aligned workflow, from incoming material inspection to final assembly torque checks. Critical components—rolls, screens, and bearings—were verified against serial-numbered records. Prior to shipment, each subassembly passed functional tests for vibration, temperature, and electrical safety, ensuring reliability in high-dust, high-duty environments.
Factory Acceptance Test (FAT)
The line underwent a full FAT simulating local grain profiles. We validated throughput stability, milling recovery rate, and broken percentage, while tuning feed control, roll pressure, and air volume. Bran/husk separation efficiency and color sorting accuracy were checked using defect samples common in West African paddy. To support multi-variety operation, we saved “recipe” presets for quick changeovers, minimizing downtime when switching grain types.
Packing & logistics
After FAT sign-off, we executed export packing with moisture barriers, rust inhibitors on exposed metal, and reinforced wooden crating for sea transport. All moving parts were locked and tagged for safe transit. The shipment includes the base machine, consumables, a 12-month critical spares kit, and a complete documentation set: user and maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams, lubrication charts, packing list, commercial invoice, and bill of lading details (final copies shared with the buyer).
Compliance & safety
The delivery is configured to our standard safety framework—guards, emergency stops, and clear lockout/tagout procedures. The conformity basis and test logs are included in the documentation pack, along with serial number traceability for future service.
Commissioning & training
Post-arrival, our commissioning plan covers site layout guidance, power and foundation checks, and step-by-step start-up. Operator training includes daily/weekly maintenance routines, sieve and roll calibration, and quality checks for whiteness and head-rice yield. Remote diagnostics are enabled for quick troubleshooting, with escalation to on-site service by arrangement.
Operational outcomes
With production and shipment complete, the Burkina Faso client is positioned to start operations quickly—targeting improved recovery rate, lower broken %, and predictable kWh/ton. We will conduct a 30-day and 90-day performance review after commissioning to confirm KPIs and fine-tune process parameters for local paddy conditions.
Delivering machines is only the starting line. Sustained results come from documentation, training, and parts planning that keep the mill performing day after day. This project reflects our standard approach: measurable performance, transparent QA, and service that supports growth.