Livestock manure turning machine

The rotary disc turner is a highly efficient piece of equipment specifically designed for the fermentation and treatment of organic waste. Its core function is to turn and stir the material using a rotating disc, promoting oxygen exchange and microbial activity, thereby accelerating the decomposition process of organic waste and achieving harmless, resource-efficient, and reduced-volume treatment.

Large span disc rake machine

Table of Contents

• The working principle of a disc type raking machine
• Performance characteristics of disc type rake machine
• The main uses of the disc rake machine
• 2025 Trends in Large-Scale Composting Equipment
• Sales case of disc rake machine
• Configuration table of disc rake machine
• The application scope of disc rake machine
• Organic fertilizer manufacturingequipment
• Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The working principle of a disc type raking machine

The disc type flipping machine adopts an intermediate chain transmission mechanism, which drives two large diameter flipping wheels. Symmetrical flipping without dead angles, left and right displacement, and low energy consumption complete the large-span flipping work. Different spans can also be customized according to the width of the fermentation tank.

Performance characteristics of disc type rake machine

If you manage a large-scale farm, an organic fertilizer facility, or a municipal waste site, you face a huge challenge: what to do with tons of organic waste every day. A wheel type compost turner is a powerful machine that turns this challenge into a profitable opportunity. It is designed to efficiently process massive volumes of material, transforming waste into valuable compost quickly. At Fude Machinery, we build these machines to be the reliable workhorses of your operation.

1. High flipping efficiency: The flipping ability with large depth and span ensures uniform flipping of materials.
2. Energy saving and consumption reduction: Unique design reduces energy consumption and improves production efficiency.
3. Automation control: A fully automatic electrical control system reduces labor costs and is easy to operate.
4. Strong adaptability: It can adapt to fermentation tanks of different scales and requirements, with flexible operation.
5. Environmentally friendly: It can be equipped with deodorization devices to meet environmental requirements.

Cow manure rake machine

Organic fertilizer raking machine

Side view of rake machine

Large span raking machine

Is This Machine Right for Your Business Operation?

This machine is built for large-scale commercial use. It is the perfect choice for operations that handle high volumes of organic waste and have enough open land for windrow composting.

A wheel type compost turner is a piece of industrial equipment, not something for a small garden. We build these machines for clients who need serious throughput and efficiency. You will see the biggest benefits if you are:

• A Large Livestock or Dairy Farm: Operations with hundreds or thousands of cattle, pigs, or chickens produce a constant stream of manure. This machine helps you manage that waste cleanly and turns it into a valuable, sellable organic fertilizer. This can create an entirely new revenue stream for your farm.
• A Commercial Organic Fertilizer Producer: If your business is manufacturing and selling compost, speed and consistency are everything. A wheel turner allows you to process more material in less time, maximizing your plant’s output and profitability. It is a core component of any serious organic fertilizer production line.
• A Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Facility: Cities and counties use these machines to process green waste like leaves and grass clippings, as well as biosolids from water treatment. It is an environmentally sound and cost-effective way to divert massive amounts of waste from landfills.
• Large-Scale Agricultural Operations: Farms that produce a lot of crop residue, like sugar cane mills or large vegetable farms, can use a wheel turner to compost their waste on-site, improving their soil health and reducing disposal costs.

The main uses of the disc rake machine

The disc turner is mainly used in tank fermentation scenarios for organic solid waste such as livestock and poultry manure and municipal sludge. By utilizing its ability to flip the compost wheel, the aerobic fermentation process of composting materials can be accelerated, allowing for faster fermentation of the materials. The flipping depth can usually reach 1.5-2 meters, and the flipping width can reach a maximum of 30 meters. Its efficient flipping, crushing, moisture removal and other performance characteristics, as well as its wide applicability and high degree of automation, make it an indispensable important equipment in organic fertilizer production and other organic waste treatment processes.

2025 Trends in Large-Scale Composting Equipment

The latest developments in wheel compost turners are focused on automation, efficiency, and operator comfort. These trends are making large-scale composting even more profitable and easier to manage.

As a manufacturer, we at Fude Machinery are constantly innovating. For 2025 and beyond, we are seeing strong demand for smarter machines. One of the biggest trends is the integration of GPS-based auto-steering systems. These systems can guide the machine perfectly down the center of the windrow without driver intervention, ensuring every part of the pile is turned correctly and preventing wasted fuel from overlapping passes.

Another key development is in telematics and remote monitoring. Our newest models can be equipped with systems that transmit real-time operational data—like engine hours, fuel consumption, and location—directly to the plant manager’s computer or smartphone. This allows for better maintenance scheduling and performance tracking. We are also building our machines with more fuel-efficient diesel engines that meet the latest emissions standards, reducing your operating costs and environmental footprint.

Sales case of disc rake machine

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Configuration table of disc rake machine

The application scope of disc rake machine

The rotary compost turner, featuring an efficient and energy-saving transmission design, fully automated control, and comprehensive turning capability with no blind spots, is widely applied in organic fertilizer production (such as the large-scale composting of livestock manure, straw, and sugar mill sludge), sludge resource utilization (dewatering and volume reduction of municipal and industrial sludge, as well as harmless disposal), agricultural waste utilization (straw-based fertilizer production, conversion of distillers’ grains and meal), and high-moisture organic waste treatment (such as pharmaceutical waste and kitchen waste pretreatment). A single unit can process hundreds of tons per day and supports customized functions (such as automatic material spreading and microbial agent spraying). This enhances processing efficiency, reduces energy consumption, and helps multiple industries achieve their goals of waste reduction, harmless disposal, and resource utilization.

• Organic fertilizer production: Fermentation and maturation of raw materials such as livestock manure and straw to produce commercial organic fertilizer.
• Sludge treatment: Drying and volume reduction of municipal and industrial sludge to reduce the difficulty of subsequent disposal.
• Waste resource utilization: Shredding and fermentation of municipal solid waste to improve resource recovery rates.
• Agricultural waste utilization: Safe disposal of by-products such as sugar mill filter mud, distillers’ grains, and cake meal.
• Special Industries: Solid-liquid separation and drying treatment for industries such as chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and food.

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distillers grains

straw

mushroom residue

Organic fertilizer manufacturingequipment

Raking machines are machinery used to process organic materials, with a variety of types to adapt to different work scenarios and needs. The main types include slot type raking machines, track type raking machines, chain plate raking machines, and disc type raking machines. These raking machines have their own characteristics and can be selected according to specific requirements.

For any large farm, fertilizer plant, or waste facility, a wheel type compost turner is a strategic investment in efficiency and profitability. It offers the best combination of high throughput, low setup costs, and operational flexibility on the market. By taking control of your organic waste stream, you can reduce your environmental impact and turn a costly problem into a consistent source of revenue. The speed and quality this machine provides are simply unmatched by other methods for large-scale operations.

Wheel disc rake machine

Slot type rake machine

Chain plate rake machine

Crawler type raking machine

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Question 1: How much space do I really need to operate this machine?
You need enough space for the width of the windrow (typically 3 to 6 meters), plus about 1 meter of clearance on each side for the wheels. Most importantly, you need a large open area at the ends of the windrows for the machine to make a wide turn to get to the next pile. We can provide a detailed site layout plan for you.

Question 2: How often do I need to turn the compost piles?
In the beginning, when the compost is hot and very active (the thermophilic stage), you should turn the pile every 2 to 4 days. This keeps oxygen levels high. After the first couple of weeks, as the pile begins to cool and mature, you can reduce turning to once a week.

Question 3: Can this machine handle heavy, wet stuff like cattle manure or sludge?
Yes, absolutely. We design them with powerful engines and robust, heavy-duty frames specifically for this purpose. The key is to ensure the moisture is not excessive. It is often best to mix very wet materials with a dry bulking agent, like wood chips or straw, to create the right structure for composting.

Question 4: What about maintenance and getting spare parts?
These machines are designed for easy maintenance. Daily checks involve fuel, oil, and looking at the rotor teeth for wear. Because we are the manufacturer, we stock a full inventory of all spare parts, including rotor teeth, hydraulic components, and engine parts. We can ship them to you anywhere in the world quickly to minimize downtime.

The production equipment includes: fermentation raking machine, dryer, granulator, crusher, mixer, round throwing machine, organic fertilizer production line, etc. The company will continue to adhere to the business philosophy of “quality first, customer first” and provide higher quality metal equipment solutions for global customers.
Since its establishment in 2015, Fude Machinery has been committed to providing high-quality and high-performance metal equipment solutions to global customers. With advanced production technology, strict quality control, and continuous innovative research and development capabilities, we have received customer satisfaction praise.