How the dry pet food is made? Virtual tour of Akvatera - dry pet food factory
Summary
TLDRIn this episode of Kika Pet Academy, host Roberta visits the Aquaterra dry pet food factory to explore the production process of premium pet food. She meets with factory owner Torres, who shares insights into the factory's history, commitment to quality, and use of advanced machinery. The tour covers the factory's raw material intake, lab testing, and the importance of maintaining product consistency. They discuss the factory's eco-friendly practices, including the use of solar energy and Tesla vehicles. The video offers viewers a behind-the-scenes look at how Aquaterra creates high-quality pet food while prioritizing sustainability.
Takeaways
- 🏭 Aquaterra is a dry pet food factory that produces economy, premium, and super premium pet food products.
- 📈 The factory was established in 2004 and has been updated with the latest machinery to maintain its status as one of the most modern in Northern Europe.
- 🏅 Aquaterra has received numerous awards for their products, including gold and silver medals for product of the year.
- 🔬 Quality control is paramount, with rigorous checks on raw materials for color consistency, protein, fiber, ash, moisture, oil, sugar, and more.
- 🌾 The factory uses a variety of high-quality raw materials, including Australian lamb meal, white fish, shrimp meal from the North Seas, and ingredients from Lithuania.
- 🐶🐱 There are differences in nutritional needs and product formulations for cats and dogs, as well as variations in kibble size and shape for different pet sizes and preferences.
- 🌍 Aquaterra exports to 52 countries, with a significant portion going to Asia where strict regulations are in place.
- 🛠️ The factory operates with high levels of automation, reducing the need for manual labor and increasing efficiency.
- 🌿 Aquaterra is committed to sustainability, using green energy and producing a significant portion of its own energy needs through solar panels.
- 🔍 The company focuses on meeting the true nutritional needs of pets rather than following market trends, with an R&D team dedicated to innovation.
Q & A
What is the main focus of the Kika Pet Academy channel?
-The main focus of the Kika Pet Academy channel is to reveal the biggest secrets in the pet food industry and discuss topics such as dry pet food, nutritional values, and protein sources.
When was the Aquaterra dry pet food factory built?
-The Aquaterra dry pet food factory was built in 2004.
What types of pet food does Aquaterra produce?
-Aquaterra produces a range of pet food including economy, premium, and super premium products.
Why did Aquaterra rebuild their factory two years ago?
-Aquaterra rebuilt their factory two years ago to accommodate their capacity and to incorporate the latest and most modern machinery in the industry.
What is the significance of the awards displayed at the Aquaterra factory?
-The awards displayed at the Aquaterra factory represent the recognition they have received for their products of the year, with most of them being gold and silver medals.
How does Aquaterra ensure the quality of their raw materials?
-Aquaterra ensures the quality of their raw materials by checking the color, hemicon analysis, and using machines to analyze parameters such as protein, fiber, ash level, moisture, oil, and sugar.
What is the role of the extruder in the pet food production process at Aquaterra?
-The extruder is the main equipment in the pet food production process at Aquaterra, where the dry mix is preheated, steam is added to cook the product, and then it is cut and shaped into kibble.
Why does Aquaterra have different kibble shapes for their pet food?
-Aquaterra has different kibble shapes to cater to pets of different ages, sizes, and specific needs, such as cats with flat noses who require a triangle shape for easier eating.
How does Aquaterra manage to produce pet food with high-quality raw materials like Australian lamb meal and North Sea shrimp meal?
-Aquaterra sources high-quality raw materials from specific regions known for their quality, such as Australian lamb meal and North Sea shrimp meal, to create super premium pet food with added benefits.
What is the importance of the coating machine in the production process at Aquaterra?
-The coating machine at Aquaterra is important as it allows for the addition of a high level of fat into the product, which provides energy. It creates a vacuum to absorb the fat into the kibble, ensuring the energy content is locked inside.
How does Aquaterra's packaging process ensure the freshness of their products for export?
-Aquaterra's packaging process ensures freshness by minimizing the storage time and only keeping products in the warehouse until a full order is ready for shipment, especially important for export to countries with strict regulations like Asia.
What is Aquaterra's stance on environmental sustainability?
-Aquaterra is committed to environmental sustainability, as evidenced by the owner's preference for Tesla vehicles, the use of green energy for the factory, and the production of a significant portion of their energy needs through their own solar park.
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