Cimbria delivers 5T/H seed processing line for Shambavi Agri Seeds in India
The cleaning and grading sequence combines a Delta 142.2 Precleaner with a Delta 106 Super Fine Cleaner.
INDIA – Cimbria has strengthened its footprint in India’s seed processing sector with the delivery and commissioning of a state of the art seed processing line for Shambavi Agri Seeds.
The installation marked a strategic shift for the young seed company, enabling it to move from a rented processing model to a fully controlled, scalable operation aligned with its long-term growth plans.
According to Cimbria, the new line operates at a nominal five tonnes per hour of paddy seed input; it can also operate between nine and 10 tonnes per hour, depending on crop type and processing conditions.
Established in 2021, Shambavi Agri Seeds has positioned itself as a research-driven and quality-focused player serving multiple crop segments, including corn, maize, millets and vegetable seeds.
During its early phase, the company relied on a rented processing facility, a practical solution that allowed rapid market entry with limited capital exposure.
However, as processing volumes expanded, operational constraints became increasingly evident.
Production schedules were tied to third-party availability, flexibility in handling multiple crops was restricted, and maintaining consistent quality control across batches required additional oversight.
Recognising that processing performance directly influences brand reliability and market reputation, Shambavi shifted its focus toward building a dedicated facility that could deliver both operational independence and disciplined scalability.
In 2023, the company engaged Cambria, seeking to replicate the proven performance of its existing rented line while creating room for controlled growth, without oversizing the investment.
Rather than pursuing maximum headline capacity, the emphasis was placed on achieving stable, repeatable throughput while preserving seed integrity across crop categories.
The processing sequence integrates a Delta 142.2 Precleaner and a Delta 106 Super Fine Cleaner for effective removal of large and fine impurities.
Density separation is achieved through a two-stage gravity configuration consisting of a GA 310 Gravity Separator and a GA 71 Middling Gravity Separator.
This arrangement allows precise density classification while improving recovery rates through controlled reprocessing of middlings, a critical factor in protecting margins in multi-crop seed operations.
A TS 180 Destoner and a centrally engineered aspiration system with SCF 930 Super Cyclofan ensure early removal of heavy contaminants and dust, contributing to both seed quality and plant stability.
To minimise mechanical stress and safeguard germination performance, low-speed EC8LS bucket elevators and GT 400 belt conveyors were incorporated into the design.
Cimbria’s role extended beyond equipment supply to include complete plant engineering, coordinated installation support and structured commissioning.
The facility was completed and commissioned on 7 June 2024 at Seed Park, a recognised seed processing hub in the region, offering proximity to customers and technical service capabilities.
With more than 100 seed processing lines installed across India, Cimbria’s local execution experience supported a smooth implementation process.
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