This is a project about a ground nut shell pelleting machine in India. The client aimed to convert abundant groundnut shells into high-quality biomass fuel pellets, which can be used for industrial heating, power generation, and small-scale energy solutions.
This is a project about a ground nut shell pelleting machine in India. India, with its vast agricultural landscape, produces enormous quantities of groundnut shells as by-products of peanut farming. These shells often go underutilized, leading to disposal challenges and missed opportunities in renewable energy production. To address this, a mid-sized biomass energy company in Gujarat decided to invest in two ground nut shell pelleting machines from RICHI Machinery.
The client aimed to convert abundant groundnut shells into high-quality biomass fuel pellets, which can be used for industrial heating, power generation, and small-scale energy solutions. Previously, the company relied on manual briquetting methods, which were labor-intensive, inconsistent in density, and limited in production capacity. The purchase of these single-unit pellet machines was intended as a strategic enhancement to their existing preprocessing line, allowing for efficient pelletization and higher output.
Name:
ground nut shell pellet mill
Country:
India
Date:
2025
Capacity:
1.0–1.2 T/H
Model:
MZLH420
The install period:
1 Day
Main motor power:
90 kW
Pellet Diameter:
4–12 mm
The client operates in India’s renewable energy and biomass fuel sector, sourcing materials locally from groundnut processing plants, local farms, and agro-industrial by-product suppliers. Groundnut shells are collected in bulk, dried to a moisture content of 12–15%, and transported to the facility for pelleting.
To match the client’s requirements, RICHI Machinery recommended the MZLH420 ground nut shell pelleting machine, which balances medium-scale capacity with efficiency and can handle the abrasive, fibrous nature of groundnut shells.
| Machine Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Main motor power | 90 kW |
| Arch-breaking feeder power | 3 kW |
| Forced feeder power | 1.5 kW |
| Ring die diameter | 420 mm |
| Pellet diameter | 4–12 mm |
| Production capacity | 1.0–1.2 T/H per machine |
The client’s two units operate in tandem, allowing for continuous production while one machine undergoes routine maintenance, ensuring minimal downtime.
The groundnut shells used in India are characterized by their fibrous texture and moderate lignin content, making them ideal for high-density, fast-combusting biomass pellets. The production workflow includes:
The resulting pellets are consistent, durable, and suitable for direct use in industrial boilers or co-firing with other biomass fuels. The energy density achieved makes them competitive with coal in small to medium-scale applications.
The ground nut shell pelleting machine in India provide several operational benefits:
These advantages increase production efficiency, reduce raw material waste, and allow the client to expand into multiple biomass markets, including industrial heating and residential biofuel supply.
RICHI Machinery shipped the two ground nut shell pelleting machines via sea freight to the Port of Mundra, India, the closest major port for Gujarat. Services included:
This support ensured rapid production start-up, minimizing operational delays and providing confidence to the client’s team.
The MZLH420 ground nut shell pelleting machines in India are versatile, suitable for:
Technical advantages include:
These features allow the client to explore additional biomass feedstocks, optimizing output and revenue streams.
The client shared their experience:
"The ground nut shell pelleting machines from RICHI have transformed our production process. The pellets are uniform, durable, and burn efficiently. The installation team was professional, and training was thorough. Our production efficiency has doubled compared to our previous methods, and the machines are extremely reliable."
The positive feedback emphasizes operational reliability, pellet quality, and RICHI’s professional service.
The biomass pellet project demonstrates how ground nut shell pelleting machines in India can effectively convert agricultural residues into high-quality biomass fuel pellets. Key benefits include:
RICHI Machinery’s expert technical support, training, and installation services make these machines an ideal choice for clients aiming to capitalize on India’s growing biomass energy market. By investing in these machines, the client not only improved operational efficiency but also contributed to sustainable energy development in the region.
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