The Next Generation of Millers Will Be Trained on These Machines

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Henry Simon, a joint venture between Alapala International and Satake Corporation, has donated eight sets of roller mills to Kansas State University’s Global Grain and Food Innovation Centre

Henry Simon, a joint venture between Alapala International Inc. and Satake Corporation, has donated eight sets of Henry Simon roller mills to the Global Grain and Food Innovation Centre at Kansas State University in the US. The venture aims to contribute to the training of the next generation of milling professionals.

The installation and commissioning of the donated equipment will be carried out by Alapala’s engineering team. The aim is to ensure the equipment is fully integrated into the university’s teaching and research facilities.

Industrial technology meets practical training

By bringing advanced milling technology into the academic environment, the initiative offers students and researchers access to industrial equipment and opportunities for hands-on learning. Thanks to the eight sets of roller mills, students at Kansas State University will have the opportunity to gain practical experience in grain milling processes using modern industrial technology.

With the integration of this equipment into the university’s facilities, students will be able to examine the fundamental stages of grain processing, develop a deeper understanding of milling operations, and relate theoretical knowledge to real-world industrial applications. The installation and commissioning work, to be carried out by Alapala engineers, is also expected to strengthen the link between academic education and industry expertise.

It is anticipated that this hands-on learning environment will help prepare the milling professionals of the future, equipping them with the technical knowledge and practical skills required by an increasingly technology-driven sector.

A legacy dating back to 1878

With roots stretching back to 1878, Henry Simon played a significant role in the development of modern milling technology. Today, the brand continues to combine its long-standing milling expertise with modern engineering, innovation and advanced production technologies.

The collaboration with Kansas State University reflects Henry Simon’s commitment to making industrial milling technology accessible to the next generation of engineers, researchers and milling professionals. Bringing advanced equipment into an academic setting helps to bridge the gap between industrial innovation and practical training.

The donation to the Global Grain and Food Innovation Centre is regarded as an investment in the future of the global grain processing sector. Providing students and researchers with access to modern milling equipment not only promotes technical development, knowledge sharing and innovation, but also strengthens collaboration between industry and academia.

Through initiatives such as this, Henry Simon continues to contribute to the development of a new generation of skilled milling professionals and to a more innovative, efficient and sustainable future for the global milling sector.