Complete Wood Shaving Pellet Plant in Poland

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As a professional manufacturer of feed equipment, pellet production systems, biomass pellet lines, organic fertilizer plants, and cat litter processing solutions, RICHI Machinery has delivered dozens of small and medium-capacity biomass pellet projects tailored to regional raw material structures and energy policies.

This case presents a complete wood shaving pellet plant in Poland with an annual production capacity of 5,000 tons, corresponding to a practical hourly output of 1.5–2 tons per hour under a single-shift production schedule.

The biomass pellet project was completed and commissioned in September 2019. It is a newly built biomass densified fuel facility located in southern Poland, designed specifically for processing wood shavings into standardized biomass pellets with diameters of 6 mm and 8 mm.

The total project investment was approximately USD 145,000, of which the pellet production line equipment supplied by RICHI accounted for approximately USD 86,000, representing a cost-effective entry-level biomass fuel investment suited for regional heating markets.

The plant operates 300 days per year, with one daytime shift from 8:00–17:00, and employs 6 staff members. The workshop covers 1,060 m² and is fully owned by the investor.

This complete wood shaving pellet plant in Poland is a typical example of converting woodworking by-products into renewable heating fuel in Central Europe.

1.5-2T/H

capacity

USD 145,000

investment

Poland

location

Wood

project type

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Project Background and Client Profile

Poland is one of the largest wood-processing countries in Europe, with a strong furniture manufacturing and sawmill industry. The abundance of wood shavings and planer residues generated by furniture factories creates a stable raw material base for pellet production.

The client is a mid-sized woodworking and timber processing enterprise seeking to:

Utilize internally generated wood shavings
Reduce waste disposal costs
Enter the domestic pellet heating market
Supply pellets to local boiler users and distributors

Poland’s heating demand is significant due to long winters. Residential pellet boilers are widely adopted, particularly in rural areas and small towns where district heating is limited. Government policies encouraging biomass fuel use further support small-scale pellet investments.

Therefore, establishing a complete wood shaving pellet plant in Poland aligned perfectly with both the client’s waste recycling strategy and the regional energy transition trend.

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Product Scheme

The complete wood shaving pellet plant in Poland produces two pellet specifications to meet residential and commercial boiler requirements.

Product Name	Unit	Annual Output	Diameter	Length
Wood Shaving Pellets	t/a	5,000	6 mm	2–3 cm
Wood Shaving Pellets	t/a	Included	8 mm	2–3 cm

Pellets are primarily packed in 15 kg bags and partially sold in bulk.

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Raw Materials

Poland’s developed wood-processing sector ensures a steady supply of planer shavings and dry sawdust. The client sources material from its own production as well as nearby carpentry workshops.

In designing this complete wood shaving pellet plant in Poland, special attention was given to moisture stability and particle uniformity to minimize drying costs.

Raw Material Consumption

No.	Material Name	Unit	Annual Consumption	Packaging
1	Wood Shavings	t/a	5,001	Bagged

Average moisture content: 10–15%
No chemical additives are used during pelletizing.

The slightly higher input volume accounts for process dust losses and screening return material.

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Utility Consumption

The utility structure of this project reflects small-scale, efficient operation.

Electricity Consumption

Approximately 210,000–240,000 kWh per year.

Water Consumption

Water usage is minimal and limited to domestic use:

Item	Annual Consumption
Domestic Water	180 tons/year

There is no process wastewater. Domestic wastewater is treated through municipal sewer connection according to Polish environmental standards.

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Main Equipment Configuration

The complete wood shaving pellet plant in Poland includes the following core equipment configuration supplied by RICHI Machinery:

No.	Equipment Name	Model	Unit	Quantity
1	Belt Conveyor	—	pcs	4
2	Hammer Crusher	SFSP68×75	set	1
3	Sealed Pelletizing Bin	—	set	1
4	Wood Pellet Mill	420	set	2
5	Screw Feeder	—	set	1
6	Cyclone Separator	—	set	1
7	Bag Filter	—	set	1

The MZLH420 model wood pellet maker machines provide stable compression suitable for wood shaving raw material. Two units ensure redundancy and flexible operation.

Total wood pellet production line equipment cost: USD 86,000

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Technical Details of This Complete Wood Shaving Pellet Plant in Poland

The technological route of this complete wood shaving pellet plant in Poland is designed for mechanical densification without additives.

1. Feeding and Conveying

Wood shavings are transported by forklift onto the belt conveyor. The system is designed to reduce open exposure and limit dust release.

2. Crushing Stage

Material enters the hammer crusher (SFSP68×75) for particle size reduction. The crusher has only inlet and outlet ports, minimizing dust escape.

A cyclone separator collects coarse particles using centrifugal force. The exhaust air is further treated by a bag filter. Collected dust is recycled back into production.

3. Storage Before Pelletizing

Crushed material is transferred via sealed conveyor to a sealed pelletizing bin. This ensures stable feeding and avoids secondary dust emission.

4. Pelletizing Stage

Material is conveyed by a sealed screw feeder into two 420 pellet machines.

During compression:

No additives are used
Natural lignin binds particles
Temperature rises due to mechanical pressure
Moisture slightly decreases

Formed pellets are compact, with high bulk density and stable calorific value.

5. Discharge and Packaging

Finished pellets are transferred to the finished product bin and packed manually or semi-automatically.

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Environmental Protection Measures

Environmental compliance is critical in Poland’s biomass industry.

The environmental investment for this complete wood shaving pellet plant in Poland accounted for approximately 13% of total investment.

Dust Control

Cyclone separator
Bag filter
Sealed feeding and screw systems
Regular cleaning schedule

Collected dust is reused in production.

Noise Control

Mechanical equipment mounted on vibration-damping bases
Workshop insulation
Daytime-only production

Solid Waste

Waste Type	Disposal Method
Dust Residue	Recycled
Domestic Waste	Municipal Collection

There is no hazardous waste generated.

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Plant Layout and Workflow

The 1,060 m² workshop is divided into:

Western area: production zone
Southern area: finished product storage
Northern section: raw material storage

This layout reduces internal logistics distance and improves operational efficiency.

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Logistics and Shipping

All equipment for the complete wood shaving pellet plant in Poland was shipped via sea freight from:

Port of Qingdao

Arrival port in Poland:

Port of Gdańsk

Sea transit time: approximately 35 days.

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Market Outlook in Poland

Poland continues to transition from coal heating toward biomass and renewable energy. Pellet demand is strong in:

Rural households
Small industrial boilers
Agricultural facilities

Wood shaving pellets offer:

Stable calorific value
Low ash content
Reduced emissions

Small-scale facilities like this complete wood shaving pellet plant in Poland are especially suitable for decentralized supply models.

Our Contribution

For this wood pellet plant construction project, RICHI Machinery provided:

Process design
Equipment manufacturing
Dust control integration
Installation guidance
Commissioning support
Operator training

Our team optimized the compression ratio and die configuration to match Polish wood shaving characteristics.

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Investment Prospects for a Complete Wood Shaving Pellet Plant in Poland

Poland’s furniture industry generates significant volumes of wood shavings annually. Instead of paying for disposal, enterprises can convert residues into value-added energy products.

Advantages include:

Stable raw material supply
Strong domestic pellet demand
Supportive renewable policies
Moderate investment requirement
Short construction cycle

A complete wood shaving pellet plant in Poland with 5,000 tons annual output represents a low-risk, practical biomass investment model for woodworking enterprises.

RICHI Machinery remains committed to providing reliable, cost-effective pellet production solutions tailored to each client’s raw materials and local market conditions.

We deliver not just equipment — but complete, workable pellet production systems designed for sustainable profitability.

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● Consulting

Customer Consultation

We want to have a deep understanding of your industrial process, to know your exact needs of feed, wood, biomass, fertilizer or other pellet processing.

● Design

wood Pellet Plant Design

Based on your unique situation and industrial process, we will tailor complete pellet plant you need, and inform you of every additional detail that could facilitate operation, minimize total cost.

● Manufacturing

Equipment Manufacturing

The critical components of the of the complete pellet production line equipment are built in our own workshops in Asia. Additional equipment is manufactured by our worldwide network of reliable partners.

● Testing

Quality Inspection & Testing

Before leaving the factory, all equipment will be inspected by the quality inspection department. We can also provide customers with testing services from a single machine to a complete pellet plant system, and provide you with real actual data for “worry-free use.”

● Delivery

Equipment Delivery

In equipment boxing and packaging, we adopt professional packaging and modular solutions to ensure the safe and non-destructive delivery of pellet plant equipment.

● Installation

Installation & Commissioning

Whether you choose your own subcontractor for the erection phase or you want to install everything together with us, a Richi supervisor will be around to make sure everything is mounted in a safe and thorough way.

● Training

Staff Training

We provide comprehensive training for the technicians of each project. We can also continue to provide support for the technicians during latter project operation.

● After-sales

Project Follow-Up

When everything is up and running our Richiers will help you further whenever needed. We are ready to answer your call 24/7.We’ll also visit you regularly to learn about your needs.

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Who we are

RICHI Machinery is one of the world’s leading suppliers of technology and services for the animal feed, aqua feed and pet food industries, also the largest pellet production line manufacturer in China.

Since 1995, RICHI’s vision to build a first-class enterprise, to foster first-class employees, and to make first-class contributions to society has never wavered.

In the past three decades, we have expanded our business to a wide range of areas, including animal feed mill equipment, aqua feed equipment, pet feed equipment, biomass pellet equipment, fertilizer equipment, cat litter equipment, municipal solid waste pellets equipment, etc.