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Updated March 8, 2010
The
Slugger has the lowest cost per pound of throughput of any other
briquetting system available on the market today!
Contact us if you
are interested in a demonstration or have any questions.
BHS Energy
"Slugger 1500" and "Slugger 2000" biomass
extrusion presses
The BHS Energy Slugger biomass briquette presses
are the lowest cost per pound of throughput of any
briquetter on the market. It is designed
to be a reliable and easy to use method of
producing combustible fuel from various biomass feedstocks.
The Slugger is
powered by a farm tractor's PTO (or optional 3-phase
electric) and is 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
Above: First production Slugger 1500 system featured in promo
video.
Below: Slugger 1500 demo unit and bulk feed bin shown mounted on
optional trailer
The Slugger series biomass briquetting
system
utilizes a farm tractor's PTO as a source of power. It is capable of
producing up to 1200 lbs. per hour of
round briquettes. The Slugger
is intended to be a 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 choose the Slugger series briquette presses?
The lowest cost system per pound of throughput of any briquetter on
the market. The Slugger is
the most economical briquetting system available anywhere! *
The only truly mobile briquetting system on the market -
others require 3-phase power and many are too heavy to fit on a
small trailer that can be pulled by a pickup truck. The
Slugger is the only system that can be used anywhere, without
modifications, from day one.
Slugger 1500 - 500 to 800 lbs. per hour of 1.5
inch (38mm) briquettes
Slugger 2000 - 800 to 1200 lbs. per hour of 2 inch
(50 mm) briquettes
Feed System:
Bulk feed bin may be filled with air conveyance, through
user supplied auger, feed silo or bin, or may be top loaded
via front-end loader. This can be
specified upon order and we can work with you to accommodate
your existing or planned method of feeding.
Wood, Grass, MSW, Corn Stover, Leaves and many others.
See the
Feedstocks page for more details.
Feedstock Moisture
Requirement:
8-15% moisture content, 10-12% is ideal for most
feedstock materials. Note that cardboard and paper requires a
higher moisture, consult BHS Energy for details.
Binder Requirement:
No binders are required
Recommended
Feedstock Grind:
Hammermill or Tub Grinder with 1/2" - 3/4" screen
depending on feedstock for most materials. MSW, paper
and cardboard require a special type of shredder.
Unit Total Weight:
Approximately 5000 lbs.
Construction:
Heavy duty welded structural steel frame
Manufacture:
Manufactured entirely in USA from components purchased
in the USA
Order:
Orders are being taken directly from BHS Energy LLC.
Contact us
with your questions and requirements and we can quickly
provide a quote to you via email or fax.
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 drive package can be added for
electric operation
Independant diesel engine power unit can be added for mobile
diesel operation where a tractor or other PTO is not available.
Portable generator can be added to the system to negate the
need for external electricity
We are currently offering demonstrations in Wyoming Pa,
contact us to make
an appointment if you are
interested.
* Claim is based on cost of Slugger and expected throughput.
Comparison costs are based on quotes and extensive research
into the cost of new briquetting systems that may or may not
reflect every available briquetting system in existence.
** User results will vary due to many factors, including the
feedstock being used, grind size, moisture content and system
settings. Consult user manual for optimal starting
point and make adjustments as necessary in order to
attain maximum throughput for your particular application.