bamboo pellet machine
- Capacity: 0.2-10T/H
- Bamboo pellet machine price: $10,000-$100,000
- Pellet size: 2-12mm
Introduction to the bamboo pellet machine
The bamboo pellet machine is a ring die pellet mill. It can be used to process various raw materials such as bamboo, bamboo powder, and bamboo blocks. After the raw material is fed into the pellet mill, the ring die and pressure rollers apply strong pressure, ultimately producing small, low-density biomass pellets.
If you are looking for equipment that can adapt to various production capacities, then this bamboo biomass pellet mill is perfect for you. We can provide standard outputs ranging from 0.5T/H to 10 tons/hour. Customization is also available. RICHI Machinery, as a professional biomass pellet plant manufacturer, has a professional team that can tailor efficient pelleting solutions to your specific production needs. We have 30 years of experience in this field.
Bamboo pellet machine working principle
The bamboo pellet machine mainly goes through the following three processes when processing bamboo pellets:
Smooth feeding
Bamboo pellet mills are highly automated. You simply put the raw material into the feeding port, and the internal feeder automatically delivers it into the pelleting chamber. Furthermore, this feeder adjusts the feeding speed according to the properties of the raw material. You don’t need to worry too much about wasting raw materials.
Precision pelleting
When the raw material enters the pelleting hopper, the ring die and pressure rollers squeeze the material against each other, shaping it into a long strip. If you want different granule sizes, remember to change to the appropriate ring die. We currently offer ring die orifices from 4-12mm. Of course, we can also customize other sizes to your specifications.
High-quality cutter
The final step requires the cutters on both sides of the ring die to complete the process. Once the long strip of material emerges from the die hole, the cutters quickly sever it, resulting in smooth, burr-free granules. Considering that bamboo is a relatively hard raw material, we chose alloy steel cutters for their superior wear resistance.
Technical Features of Bamboo Pelletizer
RICHI Machinery’s bamboo pellet machine has obtained international CE and ISO certifications. Choosing this high-quality pellet mill can save you significant costs associated with frequent maintenance.
- We used only high-quality materials for this equipment, such as industrial-grade alloy steel and 304 stainless steel. It can effectively resist the wear and tear of high-fiber raw materials.
- We have upgraded the feeding system of our bamboo pelletizer. As soon as the raw material enters the feed inlet, the anti-arching feeder breaks it up and smoothly delivers it into the pellet mill. There is absolutely no problem with raw material clogging.
- The transmission system uses imported bearings and oil seals, ensuring efficient and stable transmission.
- Internationally advanced level compensation serpentine spring coupling. It can automatically correct misalignment between the two axes, making the machine run more smoothly.
- The bamboo pellet machine is equipped with an overload protection device to ensure that critical components are not damaged in abnormal situations, thus extending the equipment’s lifespan.
Various models of bamboo pellet machines
Whether you want to produce bamboo pellets for your own use or sell them, you can use a bamboo pellet machine. We offer different models of pellet mills. While prices may vary depending on output and processing methods, we promise consistent quality.
Compact bamboo pelletizng machine(0.2-0.5T/H）
- Recommended model: MZLH-320, MZLH-350
- Features: Compact structure, small footprint.
- Price: $10,000-$19,000
- Suitable for: Startups, small fuel processing plants, and farmers for their own use
Commercial bamboo pelletizng mill（1-2T/H)
- Recommended model: MZLH-420 and MZLH-520
- Features: With a larger pellet mill chamber, this model is suitable for continuous production.
- Price: $20,000-$34,000
- Application scenarios: Medium-sized biomass fuel plants, district heating
Industrial bamboo pelletizer（2.5-4T/h)
- Selected Equipment: MZLH-678, MZLH-768
- Price：$45,500 – $100,000
- Features: It can be integrated into large-scale production lines for large-scale commercial production.
- Application: Foreign trade export factories, large new energy enterprises
Bamboo pellet machine parameters
| Model | MZLH320 | MZLH350 | MZLH420 | MZLH520 | MZLH678 | MZLH768 |
| Main Motor Power(kw) | 22 | 37 | 90 | 132 | 200 | 250 |
| Anti-arching Feeder Power(kw) | 2.2 | 2.2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
| Forced Feeder Power(kw) | 0.75 | 0.75 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 | 1.5 |
| Ring Die Inner Diameter(mm) | 320 | 350 | 420 | 520 | 673 | 762 |
| Finished Particle Diameter(mm) | 4~12 | |||||
| Output (T/H) | 0.2-0.3 | 0.3-0.5 | 1.0-1.2 | 1.5-2.0 | 2.5-3.0 | 3.0-4.0 |
(Standard output may vary depending on the condition of the raw materials. Specific parameters need to be determined based on actual production conditions.)
Applications of bamboo pellet machines
Bamboo pellet machines can process a variety of raw materials. As a result, they can be found in many industrial settings.
Various raw materials
Bamboo pellet making machines can process all kinds of bamboo raw materials, including fresh bamboo, bamboo blocks, bamboo powder, and various bamboo scraps. You can even use it for various agricultural and forestry wastes, such as sawdust, straw, and hay. As long as the moisture content of the raw materials is controlled between 10% and 15% and they are properly crushed, the bamboo ring die pellet mill can press them into various high-value pellets.
Applicable to multiple scenarios
Bamboo pellets produced by bamboo pelleting machines can serve as an alternative energy source. Per unit volume, pellets typically have a calorific value 3-5 times higher than loose bamboo. This makes them ideal for various energy-intensive industrial applications, such as industrial boilers, power generation in energy plants, district heating, and even barbecues. Even more noteworthy is that, through extrusion pelleting, bamboo pellets produce less smoke and fly ash during combustion. They have now become a globally popular clean energy source.
Bamboo pelleting project
In general, bamboo pelleting projects offer high returns. Bamboo pellet raw materials are widely available and inexpensive. If you can find low-cost or even free bamboo raw materials, then this project is definitely worthwhile for you. If you’re planning to start, we can help you with raw material testing and production planning free of charge.
How to start your bamboo pelleting project
Once you’ve determined your raw materials and production type, you can now find a professional and reliable production equipment manufacturer. RICHI Machinery not only provides you with high-quality bamboo pellet machines, but we also help you build a complete pelleting system. This includes production line equipment configuration, process design, factory layout, and installation training. You can quickly start your bamboo pelleting business with less time and cost.
Understand the complete production process
This is a complete bamboo pelleting production line:
Bamboo cleaning
Ensuring the cleanliness of the raw materials is the first step in granulation. This guarantees the quality and safety of the final product granules.
Crushed raw materials
If your raw material is too long, we can provide you with a dryer. For high-hardness materials like bamboo, it generally needs to be processed into bamboo chips first using a chipper, and then ground into powder using a water dropper.
Drying raw materials
Before officially starting granulation, there is one last step to be taken with the raw materials: controlling their moisture content. You can first check if the moisture content of the raw materials is too high. If so, the raw materials need to be put into a dryer for dehumidification.
Bamboo pelleting
After completing the above steps, we can begin pelleting. It’s crucial that the bamboo pellet machine maintains consistency with other parts of the production line, including operating speed and output. Otherwise, the entire pelleting system’s operating speed can easily decrease.
Cooling particles
Especially when you want to sell these bamboo pellets, consolidating the pellets is crucial. A cooling machine is the best solution. It uses cold air to cool and shape the particles. This way, even during long-distance transportation or repeated loading and unloading, the pellets will not break or mold.
Packaging
Finally, all you need to do is have your workers bag the granules. We have packing scales to help you measure accurately and ensure that every bag of granules weighs the same.
Other equipment in the bamboo pellet production line
Below are the pieces of equipment commonly used in bamboo pelleting production lines. Before shipment, we will conduct trial runs on each piece of equipment to ensure that the output, operational stability, and pellet quality of the entire production line meet the design requirements.
Cylinder Pre-Cleaner
bamboo crusher
Rotary drum dryer
Counterflow cooler
vibrating screen
pulse dust collector
Automatic Packing Scale
conveyor
Global Case Studies of Bamboo Pellet Machine
Our bamboo pellet machines and production lines have helped over 2,000 customers worldwide launch bamboo waste resource recycling projects. Many customers are already generating stable revenue using this efficient and reliable equipment. Below are some selected case studies for your reference.
1.5-2 t/H bamboo pellet equipment in Indonesia
- Annual output: 4000t/a
- Production line equipment: Bamboo fuel pellet machine, crusher, dryer, cooler, automatic packaging scale
- Raw materials: bamboo strips, sawdust, wood chips
- Particle diameter: 6-8mm industrial boiler combustion particles
- Particle quality: Meets ENplus and DIN standards
5-6 t/H bamboo pellet mill in Brazil
The client operates a biomass energy company. He wants to use bamboo shavings, bagasse, and straw to produce high-quality combustion pellets to supply energy pellets to surrounding power plants.
- Pellet Size: 6mm bamboo energy pellets
- Complete Equipment: Bamboo pellet making mill×2, crusher, dryer, cooler, dust removal system, automatic packaging system
10-12 t/h bamboo pelletizer in India
They wanted to produce bamboo pellets to supply industrial boilers in local power plants, cement plants, textile mills, and other facilities. To ensure production reached the expected levels, we arranged for four pellet mills to operate in parallel to prevent a single machine shutdown from disrupting the normal production line.
- Particle size: 6-12mm
- Production equipment: 4 bamboo pelletizers, drying and cooling system, intelligent packaging scale
- Raw materials: Bamboo chips, sawdust
- Annual output: 30,000 tons
Why Choose RICHI?
By choosing RICHI Machinery, you work with a manufacturer with over 30 years of experience in animal feed equipment production and gain a reliable long-term partner. We provide affordable and transparent pricing, along with efficient and comprehensive after-sales service, so you can carry out your feed production with confidence.
Excellent after-sales service
After the bamboo Pellet Machine arrives, we will carry out professional commissioning and acceptance. Our technicians will repeatedly commission the equipment in each production section to ensure the equipment operates up to standard. Additionally, if you are unfamiliar with our equipment, RICHI technicians will provide one-on-one on-site training until your team can operate the entire production line independently.
Customized design
RICHI has a dedicated R&D and design team to provide you with customized services. We offer over 200 products to meet all types of chicken feed production needs. In addition, we provide full-process design services, including site planning and equipment layout. Whether you are new to the feed industry or already operating a mature production line, just share your requirements with us, and we will deliver a tailored solution based on your actual situation.
High-quality equipment production
The production stage is the core link of the entire project implementation. We own two modern intelligent manufacturing bases and operate a strict quality control system. Every piece of equipment meets international first-class standards. The company has passed BV certification, ISO9001 International Quality Management System Certification, European CE Certification, and Swiss SGS Certification, among others.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions. You can also contact us at any time for answers.
If I want to include wood raw materials in my bamboo fuel formulation, what is the appropriate proportion?
Currently, the common formulation ratio is 80% bamboo + 20% wood.
Adding sawdust and wood chips during fuel pellet production can better aid pellet formation. However, it’s crucial to ensure the wood content isn’t too high, otherwise it can easily increase wear on the ring die and pressure rollers, potentially requiring frequent replacements. Overemphasizing formulation strength can lead to increased operating costs, which is counterproductive.
If using a bamboo pellet machine, is it necessary to add a binder?
No, it’s not necessary. Bamboo itself contains abundant lignin. Under the high temperature of the pellet mill, the lignin softens and acts as a natural binder, helping the pellets to form.
Besides making fuel, what other uses does a bamboo pelletizing machine have?
Bamboo pellet mills can also produce animal bedding and organic fertilizer.
Bamboo has a porous structure. Animal bedding produced by bamboo biomass pellet mills has good water absorption and a certain degree of antibacterial effect.
By combining bamboo with animal manure, organic fertilizer pellets can be produced. Compared with traditional chemical fertilizers, it can better improve soil structure. This has become an important development direction for modern green agriculture.
What is the warranty period for bamboo pellet machines?
All our equipment comes with a 12-month warranty and lifetime technical support. If any problems are found with the equipment within the warranty period, we will dispatch a professional repair technician to your location for inspection.
