A briquetting press is a key machine for converting biomass, metal chips, or other waste materials into compact briquettes. However, to ensure smooth and efficient operation, several supporting machines and accessories are required. The exact setup depends on the raw material and production scale, but common briquetting press auxiliary equipment includes:
1. Raw Material Preparation Equipment
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Crusher/Shredder – Reduces large-sized raw materials (like wood, straw, or metal scraps) into smaller particles for easier compression.
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Drying System – If the material has high moisture content (e.g., sawdust, agricultural waste), a rotary dryer or flash dryer is needed to reduce moisture to 8-12% for optimal briquetting.
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Screening Machine – Filters out oversized or undersized particles to ensure uniform briquette quality.
2. Feeding & Conveying Equipment
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Screw Conveyor/Belt Conveyor – Transports raw material from storage to the briquetting press.
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Hopper & Feeder – Ensures a steady and controlled material supply into the press.
3. Briquetting Press Components
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Hydraulic/Pneumatic System – Provides pressure for compression (in hydraulic briquetters).
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Heating System (for Biomass Briquettes) – Some machines use heated dies to soften lignin in biomass for better binding.
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Cooling System – Helps solidify briquettes after compression.
4. Post-Processing Equipment
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Briquette Cutter – Cuts continuous briquette logs into uniform lengths.
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Briquette Cooling Conveyor – Reduces temperature before packaging.
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Packaging Machine – For bagging or palletizing finished briquettes.
5. Auxiliary Systems
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Dust Collector – Captures fine particles to maintain air quality.
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Control Panel – Automates and monitors the briquetting process.
