1.5-2T/H Hemp Biomass Pellet Mill in Canada

Customer Profile and Equipment Selection

The client operates a medium-scale biomass processing plant, focusing on hemp-based fuel pellets and cat litter alternatives. Due to challenges with older, low-capacity machinery, including frequent material bridging and inconsistent pellet density, the client sought a robust and reliable pellet mill to improve efficiency.

After evaluating multiple options, the client chose two MZLH520 hemp biomass pellet millls from RICHI Machinery. These mills are specifically designed for fuel and cat litter pellet production without a built-in conditioner, aligning perfectly with the client’s needs for processing pre-dried hemp stalks. Key specifications of the MZLH520 include:

• Main motor power: 132 kW
• Arch-breaking feeder power: 3 kW
• Forced feeder power: 1.5 kW
• Ring die diameter: 520 mm
• Pellet diameter: 4–12 mm
• Production capacity: 1.5–2.0 tons per hour per machine

Purchasing two units allowed the client to double production capacity while maintaining flexibility for staggered operation, ensuring consistent output and reducing potential downtime.

Raw Materials and Pellet Production

The client sources hemp stalks from local hemp farms, typically collected post-harvest, chopped, and air-dried to approximately 12–15% moisture content. The raw material is characterized by:

• High lignocellulosic content
• Fibrous and dense stalks
• Variable length and diameter

Using these stalks, the MZLH520 hemp biomass pellet mills produce 6–10 mm high-density pellets suitable for:

• Domestic and industrial fuel applications – providing high calorific value for heating and industrial boilers
• Animal bedding – absorbing moisture efficiently, ideal for stables or poultry farms
• Cat litter alternatives – fibrous hemp pellets provide an eco-friendly solution

The client experimented with blending hemp residues with wood shavings and sawdust to enhance pellet durability and calorific output, utilizing the versatile capacity of the MZLH520 mills.

Machine Function and Operational Advantages

Each MZLH520 hemp biomass pellet mill in Canada plays a critical role in the client’s facility:

• High throughput: Consistent 1.5–2.0 T/H per machine
• Uniform pellet quality: Dense, uniform pellets suitable for multiple applications
• Durable design: Alloy steel ring die and rollers resist wear from fibrous hemp stalks
• Operational simplicity: Minimal maintenance with intuitive controls

Although the client purchased only two single units, they were integrated efficiently with existing hemp choppers, conveyors, and drying systems, forming a semi-modular production setup. This configuration allows flexible operation, processing varying raw materials without reconfiguring the production line.

Shipping and Logistics

The two MZLH520 hemp biomass pellet mills were shipped from China via sea freight to Port of Montreal, Canada, the primary entry point for industrial machinery on the eastern seaboard. RICHI Machinery ensured:

• Pre-shipment inspection and performance testing
• Detailed installation supervision
• On-site operator training for maintenance and optimal throughput

This support allowed the client to begin producing hemp pellets immediately, avoiding prolonged downtime and ensuring rapid ROI.

Technical Features and Versatility

RICHI hemp biomass pellet mills are renowned for reliability and operational flexibility. The MZLH520 offers:

• Arch-breaking and forced feeders: Prevent bridging in fibrous materials like hemp stalks
• Adjustable pellet diameter: 4–12 mm to meet fuel, bedding, and industrial needs
• High-strength ring die and rollers: Ensures durability under high abrasive loads
• Multi-material compatibility: Can process hemp, straw, rice husk, sawdust, and wood chips

This versatility allows the client to adapt to market demands, producing fuel pellets for industrial clients and eco-friendly bedding products for domestic markets.

Customer Feedback

Three months into operation, the client reported:

• Seamless processing of hemp stalks, with minimal material bridging
• Consistent high-density pellets, ideal for fuel and bedding applications
• Reliable operation and low maintenance, even under continuous use
• Plans to add additional units as hemp residue supply increases

The plant manager commented: “RICHI’s MZLH520 biomass pellet machines are excellent. The machines handle dense hemp stalks effortlessly, and their technical support during installation was invaluable. Our production efficiency has improved dramatically, and we’re excited to scale up.”

Conclusion: Sustainable Hemp Pellet Production in Canada

This hemp biomass pellet mill in Canada project exemplifies how RICHI Machinery empowers clients to convert agricultural and industrial residues into high-value pellets. By deploying robust, versatile, and efficient pellet mills, Canadian enterprises can harness renewable energy potential while supporting eco-friendly, sustainable practices.

RICHI’s dedication to quality equipment, seamless logistics, and professional technical support ensures that biomass processing ventures across Canada can invest confidently in long-term, reliable pellet production solutions.