Methodology of Briquettes Manufacturing

Depending on the kind of briquette being made, the equipment available, and the planned use of the briquettes, the precise manufacturing process may change. To ensure ethical raw material sourcing and minimal environmental impact during the manufacturing process, ecologically sustainable procedures should also be followed.  

Material selection

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Preparation of raw materials

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Drying

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Sizing and mixing

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Briquette formation

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Drying and curing

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Cooling and packaging

 

·       Material selection:

Select appropriate raw materials for the creation of briquettes. These can include biomass remnants including paper, rice husks, agricultural waste, sawdust and wood shavings. The availability, calorific value, and handling simplicity of the material all play a role in the decision.

·       Preparation of raw materials:

Before they can be utilized to make briquettes, the chosen materials must be prepared. To make a consistent feedstock out of them and minimize their size, this frequently entails shredding, grinding, or chipping.

·       Drying:

The majority of raw materials have moisture, which must be taken out before briquettes can be made. Drying can be accomplished naturally or mechanically, such as with dryers. The quality and effectiveness of the briquettes are enhanced by lower moisture content.

·       Sizing and mixing:

In order to achieve a uniform particle size, the dried raw materials are frequently sieved or screened. This stage may also involve mixing several materials to produce briquettes with particular qualities.

·       Briquette formation:

There are many techniques to preparing briquettes including extrusion, roller press, piston press and binder or additives. Extrusion produces briquettes that are homogeneous in size and shape when material is pushed through a die under intense pressure. In roller press, material is fed between two rollers, which compress and form briquettes. Piston press is a piston that is used to compress the material inside a cylindrical chamber, forming briquettes. Binders or additives is used to increase the cohesiveness and tensile strength of the briquettes. These can be artificial binders or natural substances like starch or clay.

·       Drying and curing:

Freshly made briquettes could still have moisture in them from the forming process. They are further dried to achieve a low moisture level, which improves the efficiency of their combustion.

·       Cooling and packaging:

The briquettes are cooled down and packaged for distribution and use after they have dried and been cured. Briquette quality is maintained and moisture from being reabsorbed when they are packaged properly.