Wood Pelletizing: An Opportunity to Turn Waste Into Fuel

Posted by linneasimone on February 23rd, 2021

There are several concerns when it comes to biomass materials, such as agricultural wastes. The cost to handle, harvest and transport biomass materials such as agricultural residue makes them the least attractive option against fossil fuels.

The high moisture content along with natural decay lowers its value. However, there are ways to condense and produce a uniform fuel product that offers competitive value. One of the possible methods for condensing biomass is pelletizing. For instance, corn stover can be 10 times denser after pelletizing and can be used as an efficient fuel.

The commonly used biomass for pelletized fuel is wood, primarily sourced from wood chips, saw dust, and shaving. Fortunately, people have realized the potential and several wood pellet mills have been established. Leading wood pellets suppliers contribute to making the wood pellets easily accessible to people. Pellet stoves and fireplace inserts use pellets as fuel, in a highly economical way.  

Wood pellets are also being used on a commercial scale for use in prison, heaters, and other places. The market for wood pellets is growing like never before. In fact, many countries have turned into the consumers of pellets. Consequently, many countries have started increasing the supply of pellets. Some countries even import wood waste for pelletizing.

As the demands for pellets are increasing, manufacturers have started using agricultural residues and industrial food byproducts for pelletizing, especially for fuel, but on a smaller scale. More manufacturers are pelletizing products for fuel. Interestingly, manure is also mixed in with wood pellets, especially for animal bedding like equine bedding. Fortunately, pelletizing also provides opportunity to turn wastes that people don’t want into useful pellets.

ESZADA WOOD LLC. is a leading wood pellets supplier that serves customers across the Great Europe. Being a wholesale supplier, we ensure that you get enough pellets for heating during colder seasons.