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Updated September 18, 2008


A limited number of pre-production Slugger units will be manufactured and made available on a pre-order basis at a discounted price.  Contact us if you are interested in a demonstration or have any questions.
 

BHS Energy "Slugger" biomass briquette press system
Patent Pending

The BHS Energy Slugger biomass briquette press is designed to be a comparatively low-cost, reliable and easy to use method of producing combustible fuel from various biomass feedstocks.  The Slugger is a manually-operated machine powered with a farm tractor's PTO, appropriate for a small energy producer who has pre-ground material or is otherwise able to grind their own biomass and wishes to produce fuel for themselves or for sale.

 

Slugger Biomass Briquetting System

    
Slugger demo unit and bulk feed bin shown mounted on optional trailer

The patent pending "Slugger" is a biomass briquetting system which utilizes a farm tractor's PTO as a source of power.  It is currently being developed and the final production units are expected to be capable of between 450 - 700 lbs. of 1.5" diameter round briquettes (slugs) per hour of operation.  The operator will feed ground material into the unit via a suction hose.  The Slugger is intended to be a comparatively low-cost machine suitable for an individual, cooperative or company who wishes to manufacture combustible fuel for themselves or for sale to commercial and residential heating markets.

Why use the Slugger briquette press?

  • Smaller diameter briquettes with user adjustable length allow for automatic feed into appliances
  • Use wood, grass and various other biomass or ag residues to make combustible fuel
  • Cost saving management for transportation of fuel by reducing the volume of the raw material
  • Converts sustainable biomass crops or waste into a valuable combustible fuel as a heating source
  • Start making profits by converting biomass or waste into a valuable marketable product
  • Design allows Slugger to be powered by a PTO or an electric motor as a user selected option
  • Slugger unit (with bulk feed bin) is small enough to fit on a small trailer making it a portable solution

Specifications:

Power
Requirements:
30 minimum horsepower PTO (40 hp for 2" diameter version), 450 RPM nominal
230V, 20 amp single phase electricity also required for operation
Briquette Size: 1.5 inch (38mm) diameter, nominally 3/4" to 1.5" long each
2 inch (50mm) diameter, nominally 1.5" to 3" long each
Throughput: 450 - 650 lbs. of 1.5" briquettes per hour of continuous operation (estimated)
650 - 1000 lbs. of 2" briquettes per hour of continuous operation (estimated)
Feed System: Bulk feed bin may be filled with air conveyance, through user supplied auger or feed silo or bin.  This must be specified upon order.
Feedstock Moisture
Requirement:
10% nominal but Slugger can tolerate between 8% and 14% (more or less depending
on feedstock being used)
Binder Requirement: None for switchgrass and wood.  None expected for most other materials.  Unit does not have capability to add binders.  Powdered lignin may be added to feedstock after
grinding if required.
Recommended
Feedstock Grind:
Hammermill or Tub Grinder with 1/4" screen (1/4" - 1/2" screen for wood)
Unit Total Weight: Base unit is approximately 4000 lbs. (5000 lbs for 2" diameter version)
Construction: Heavy duty welded structural steel frame
Manufacture: Assembled in USA from mostly US and Canadian components
Order: Pre-production units are currently available with a minimum 50% deposit
(or 70% deposit for 2" diameter) required.
A limited number of these units will be sold at a significant discount over final
production price.  Full production will commence after several months of field testing.
2008 production will be limited.

Current options Include (at extra cost):

  • Entire unit including bulk feed bin can be mounted on a utility trailer (road legal if desired) for easy transport and mobility
  • 3-phase electric motor to replace PTO hookup

A limited number of pre-production units will be manufactured and made available (to selected
individuals or groups only) for order at a discounted price (with 50% deposit).
We are currently offering demonstrations in Wyoming Pa, contact us to make an appointment or to discuss terms if you are interested.

 
 
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