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ROFF COMMERCIAL MILLS
Machines that drive success
Roff is renowned in the industry for our 30+ years of experience in constructing exceptional commercial maize mills. We also however excel in manufacturing high-quality mills tailored for other crops including wheat, cassava, and specialty crops like rosehip. Our mills are designed to be robust, easy to maintain, and suitable for African conditions. Roff mills are acclaimed for exceptional extraction rates, a critical factor for profitability in any milling operations.
Commercial Maize Mills
Commercial mills produce packaged maize meal which is sold in shops and supermarkets, either locally, distributed to other areas, or exported.
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| Description | Specially designed for start-ups by Roff Milling, the SP-1 Maize Mill can be installed quickly and easily, requires minimal training to operate and low start-up cost to produce high-quality maize meal. It is made expressly for small to medium mill operations, small farming communities and entrepreneurs in Africa who won’t compromise on reliability or quality. The SP-1 includes all the essential features and steps required to easily produce high-quality maize meal for ultimate profitability. You can produce high-quality, packed maize meal in four steps, namely cleaning, conditioning, degermination (optional) and milling. | With the R-40 Maize Mill you can obtain the same best-in-class extraction rates delivered by the R-70 and C-80 mills. We’ve designed the R-40 for the entrepreneur who needs a streamlined, profitable and reliable mill based on proven technology. Think compact, efficient design housed in multi-story frames featuring dust extraction and an offal collection line, and a milling capacity that will enable you to achieve success. | The R-70 - a compact, all-in-one maize mill is a true reflection of Roff’s commitment to building simple, high-quality milling machines that are a cut above the rest. It’s perfect for the entrepreneur planning to enter the maize meal market with a milling capacity of up to 120 tons of maize per day. | Roff’s C-80 Maize Mill enables you to produce 5 tons of maize meal per hour. Sophisticated computer systems allow you to monitor and review capacity and extraction rates in real-time, and adjust settings as needed. Complete control means less downtime, more productivity, and more profits. The C-80 is also versatile, capable of producing two grades of maize meal, or it can be used as a grit plant. |
More than just maize mills
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From concept to clean, consistent rosehip
Turnkey design, hygienic flow and reliable throughput—see how Roff engineered a complete rosehip processing line from intake to final product, proving our commercial milling expertise extends beyond maize.
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Cassava mills
Commercial cassava mills process cassava roots into various products such as cassava flour, starch, and other derivatives on a large scale.
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Crush quality, unlock efficiency
Get reliable, repeatable grist for better mash efficiency and smoother operations—choose from compact crushers to heavy-duty malt mills.
What our clients say
I’ve always believed that I can only run as far and as fast as my service provider allows me to run… and that’s what Roff has done: allowed us to run as fast as we can.
We’ve eliminated a large business risk by investing in a milling plant.
The Roff machine is what gives us an edge in the market. It gives us exactly what the customer wants.
We chose a company close enough to us so that we could do research and development work together. We recognise Roff as a strategic partner that supplies the high quality equipment, support and R&D work whenever we want to do something new. It’s a successful partnership in our opinion.
I bought the Roff R-70 Mill because of Roff’s trusted reputation in the industry. When you buy a mill, you can import one which is risky, so I decided to rather choose a local company with the view of building a longstanding relationship with them.
Guides and calculator
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Guide to starting a maize milling business, Volume 1
Becoming an entrepreneur in maize milling is not without challenges, but fortunately with a partner like Roff Milling, you’re halfway there. We share some of our milling expertise in our African Entrepreneur’s Ultimate Guide to starting a Maize Milling Business – make sure you download your free copy today!
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Guide to starting a maize milling business, Volume 2
Explore the profit potential of maize milling in Africa with Roff's second volume in our maize milling business start-up series. This guide covers profit-making strategies, differences between community and commercial milling, and the importance of choosing the right business model. Gain deep insights into the maize milling value chain and enhance your industry know-how with our Volume 2 start-up guide. Stay informed and ahead in this growing industry.
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Net Profit Calculator tutorial
Ready to master maize milling profitability? Join our new tutorial and learn how to calculate profits, minimise risks, and plan for sustainable success with Roff's Profit Calculator. With over 30 years of expertise, we're your trusted partner for growth. Whether you're an experienced entrepreneur or just starting out, this tutorial is your ticket to thriving in the maize milling industry. Watch now and take the first step toward elevating your business journey!
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