15–17 T/H Timber Recycling Crusher in Finland

Client Profile and Purchase Motivation

The client is a mid-sized biomass energy operator located near the Gulf of Bothnia in western Finland. Their primary operations include:

• Supplying wood chips for local CHP plants
• Processing forestry residues and logging by-products
• Producing uniform wood chips for pellet manufacturing

The client’s main motivation for purchasing the timber recycling crusher was to ensure consistent wood chip size, handle higher feedstock volumes, and reduce downtime caused by manual adjustments. They specifically needed a machine capable of processing raw logs, branches, and tree stumps with diameters up to 500 mm into 20–40 mm wood chips suitable for energy generation.

The decision to acquire a standalone XPJ crusher rather than a full production line was financially strategic, allowing the client to integrate the new equipment seamlessly into their existing facility. The standalone configuration also ensured minimal disruption to ongoing production while providing immediate improvements in chip quality and throughput.

Equipment Selection and Specifications

After evaluating several models, the client selected the XPJ850x500 drum wood chipper for its balance of capacity, durability, and adaptability. The specifications for the purchased unit were:

• Feed inlet size: 850×500 mm
• Maximum log diameter: 500 mm
• Feeding motor power: 4+3 kW
• Main motor power: 132 kW
• Hydraulic pump power: 1.5 kW
• Discharge conveyor motor: 2.2 kW
• Number of flying knives: 10
• Number of fixed knives: 3

The XPJ850x500 timber recycling crusher in Finland features a high-strength welded steel body, precision-balanced rotors, and a hydraulic-assisted feeding system. The drum-type design ensures efficient wood chipping, while the replaceable knives made from 6GrW2Si hardened steel offer extended durability and high wear resistance.

This configuration enables the Finnish client to process a wide variety of raw materials, including pine logs from local forestry operations, birch branches from thinning activities, and residual stumps collected from clearing operations.

Raw Materials and Processing Goals

The Finnish client deals with diverse forestry residues:

• Pine logs: Mature and medium-sized logs with diameters of 200–400 mm
• Spruce branches: Thinned materials from managed forests
• Birch stumps and wood strips: Collected from forest cleanup and thinning
• Logging offcuts: Residual materials from sawmills

The XPJ850x500 timber recycling crusher in Finland converts these raw materials into 20–40 mm wood chips suitable for biomass boilers, wood pellet production, and chipboard manufacturing. The uniform chip size is critical for efficient combustion in CHP plants, reducing energy loss and minimizing ash content. For pellet production, consistent chip dimensions improve drying efficiency and compression quality.

Transportation and Logistics

The equipment was shipped from RICHI’s production facility in China to the Port of Helsinki, Finland, via sea freight. RICHI coordinated the logistics, including customs clearance and inland transportation to the client’s facility in western Finland. On-site, RICHI’s engineers supervised installation, rotor alignment, and operational training.

The client highlighted that the professional guidance during commissioning minimized installation errors, ensured correct hydraulic system setup, and optimized rotor balance. The training also covered routine maintenance and safe operation protocols, providing operators with confidence in managing high-capacity wood processing tasks.

Operational Benefits and Client Feedback

“The XPJ850x500 timber recycling crusher has exceeded our expectations. We can now process large pine logs, birch branches, and even stumps efficiently. The wood chips are uniform, feed our CHP boilers perfectly, and have improved the overall efficiency of our pellet line. The machine operates smoothly with minimal vibration, and the hydraulic feeding system ensures no material slippage. RICHI’s support has been excellent, from delivery to training our operators.”

Operational improvements include:

• Increased throughput of up to 15–17 T/H for mixed forestry residues
• Uniform wood chip size of 20–40 mm for biomass and pellet applications
• Reduced maintenance due to precision-balanced rotors and durable knives
• Enhanced efficiency in downstream drying and pelletizing processes
• Improved energy production from CHP plants due to consistent feedstock

Technical Features and Advantages

The XPJ drum-type timber recycling crusher in Finland offers several advanced features:

• High-strength welded steel construction: Ensures machine stability and long-term durability
• Hydraulic-assisted feeding system: Provides controlled feeding, prevents slippage, and accommodates variable material diameters
• Precision-balanced rotors: Minimize vibration and noise, extending machine life
• Durable flying and fixed knives: Hardened 6GrW2Si steel ensures long-lasting sharpness and reduced wear
• Compact and efficient design: Maximizes space utilization, simplifies maintenance, and reduces operating costs

These features enable the XPJ crusher machine to process diverse wood types reliably and efficiently, making it suitable for biomass energy production, wood chipboards, and pellet manufacturing.

Versatility and Industry Applications

Although primarily used for timber recycling, the XPJ850x500 is versatile enough for various industries:

• Biomass energy: Supplying CHP plants and pellet mills
• Woodboard production: Processing raw logs and residues into consistent chips for particleboard manufacturing
• Recycling operations: Converting logging waste and forestry residues into reusable wood chips
• Construction by-product handling: Chipping old wooden pallets and scrap timber

The Finnish client values this versatility, as it allows them to adapt to seasonal changes in raw material availability and explore new revenue streams from recycled timber.

Conclusion

The timber recycling crusher in Finland exemplifies the benefits of integrating a standalone XPJ850x500 drum-type chipper into an existing wood processing facility. Key outcomes include:

• High-capacity processing of 15–17 T/H of diverse forestry residues
• Uniform wood chip size of 20–40 mm suitable for CHP, pellet, and chipboard production
• Reduced operational downtime and maintenance costs
• Enhanced energy efficiency and feedstock quality for downstream applications

With RICHI Machinery’s professional support in installation, training, and after-sales service, the client successfully upgraded their wood preparation operations. This investment in the timber recycling crusher has proven to be cost-effective, reliable, and highly versatile, delivering immediate improvements and long-term operational benefits.