WOOD & BIOMASS INDUSTRY CASE STUDY
How Kitzmans Lumber Turned Wood Waste Into a Profitable Product
By implementing a complete CME pelleting system, Kitzmans Lumber transformed wood waste into premium wood pellets, reducing disposal costs while creating a profitable new revenue stream.
INDUSTRY
Wood & Biomass
EQUIPMENT
Complete Pellet Line
GOAL
Convert waste into value
RESULT
Premium wood pellets
The Challenge
The ChallengeKitzmans Lumber generated significant volumes of wood waste that required ongoing disposal. Managing this material increased operating costs while leaving a valuable resource underutilized.
The Solution
The SolutionCME designed a complete wood pelleting system that converted sawdust and wood residuals into premium wood pellets. The integrated process allowed the company to transform waste into a marketable product while improving operational efficiency.
Project Results
Project ResultsBy converting wood waste into premium pellets, Kitzmans Lumber transformed a disposal expense into a profitable product, reducing waste costs while creating a new source of revenue.
RAW MATERIAL
Wood Waste
Repurposed sawdust and wood residuals that previously generated disposal costs.
FINISHED PRODUCT
Premium Wood Pellets
Repurposed sawdust and wood residuals that previously generated disposal costs.
INVESTMENT
UNDER
$300K
Repurposed sawdust and wood residuals that previously generated disposal costs.
ETIMATED VALUE
Main Value
~$200 PER TON
Multiply the estimated value of ~$200 per ton by your production rate (tons per hour or tons per day) to estimate potential earnings. Values are approximate and intended for illustrative purposes.
Business Impact |
By converting wood waste into premium pellets, Kitzmans Lumber turned an ongoing disposal cost into a profitable new product, increasing resource value while supporting more sustainable operations.
Project Gallery
See how Kitzmans Lumber transformed wood waste into premium pellets, from raw sawdust and processing equipment to the finished product.
Equipment Used
Equipment Used
Complete Wood Pelleting System
CME designed a complete wood pelleting system that converted sawdust and wood waste into premium pellets through an integrated production process, helping Kitzmans Lumber maximize resource value while reducing disposal costs.
Hammermill
HammermillPrepares raw materials for efficient pelleting
Cooler
Reduces pellet temperature for optimal storage and handling
Screener
Ensures consistent pellet quality and removes fines
Bagger
Automated bagging system for efficient packaging and storage
Ready to Turn Wood Waste Into Revenue?
Whether you’re looking to reduce disposal costs, produce premium wood pellets, or implement a complete biomass pelleting system, CME can help you maximize the value of your operation.
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