Reduction of particle size
By managing the particle size, biomasses such as wood-based materials can be processed into homogeneous, high-quality raw materials that improve fuel efficiency and material flow.
Reliable and efficient reduction of particle size with Saalasti machines
Particle size reduction is a key part of the fuel production process in fuel terminals, power plants, sawmills, pulp mills and similar facilities. Thanks to Saalasti’s extensive experience and expertise, our machinery ensures cost-effective, reliable, and consistent particle size reduction for long-term plant performance.
Particle size reduction is a key part of the fuel production process in fuel terminals, power plants, sawmills, pulp mills and similar facilities.
Particle size reduction for greater flexibility in use of materials
Particle size reduction means screening, crushing, or chipping down different biomasses to a smaller size. By managing the particle size of materials, the mass becomes more homogeneous and can therefore be used more efficiently.
Saalasti’s solutions allow operators to process a wider range of raw materials with a single machine. This offers our customers continued flexibility in their choice of materials, reduces operational risks, and secures stable output.
Saalasti’s solutions allow operators to process a wider range of raw materials with a single machine.
Control particle size flexibly with one machine
Achieve flexible, on-site fuel preparation that adapts to new biomass types without replacing machinery.
Saalasti’s powerful and robust machines ensure reliable processing at all times
Our biomass expertise and operational know-how supports continuous operation, even with challenging materials.
High-quality and homogeneous results
Consistent particle size improves combustion, pelletizing efficiency, and downstream processes like drying.
Experience and continuous product development ensure cost-effective particle size reduction
Saalasti has extensive experience in particle size management, which is why we are always ahead of the competition when it comes to developments in the field. Continuous product development and testing new materials ensures that Saalasti’s stationary onsite crushers (vertical and horizontal) are the most reliable, flexible and cost-effective solution for particle size reduction – decade after decade.
Saalasti’s machines can be easily integrated into your current biomass treatment process, thereby avoiding major boiler modifications and other extensive modifications.
Comprehensive research and material testing services
Saalasti’s biomass testing service helps you validate the potential of fiber-rich biomass materials and their processing capabilities. Third-party lab analyses provide validated results before you invest.
We are constantly testing different materials and looking for new possibilities to ensure our customers can utilize different material flows now and in the future. If you’re thinking about potential future applications for the materials you use, don’t hesitate to contact us. We are here to help!
Watch the video and see how the Saalasti Chipper reduces particle size
Saalasti's profitable solutions for particle size reduction
- Different types of biomass can be used to produce raw material or fuel.
- Unlock new possibilities to utilize raw materials efficiently and flexibly.
- Process various types of material with the same machine.
- Saalasti’s experts and support staff are always at your service.
- Durable equipment, predictable maintenance, and lifetime support ensure low total cost of ownership.
- Saalasti has the latest industry know-how, and our continuous product development ensures you can benefit from future material flows.
- We work closely with our customers to continually test and improve how Saalasti machines can handle new material flows.
- Saalasti – Your partner for the long term.
- For Saalasti, customers always come first. It is a point of honor to foster loyal and long-lasting partnerships with our customers. We provide comprehensive deliveries of any size.
Saalasti technology for particle size reduction
FAQ about particle size reduction
What is biomass particle size reduction, and why is it important?
Particle size reduction means crushing or chipping biomass into smaller, more uniform pieces. This makes the material easier to handle, improves flow in processing lines, and ensures more efficient combustion or pelletizing. For operators, this means more homogeneous material flow, more predictable performance, and lower operating risks.
What types of biomass can Saalasti machines process?
Saalasti crushers and chippers handle a wide range of raw materials — from bark, chips, and sawdust to agricultural residues and even more challenging fibrous materials. Thanks to the Multitool™ rotor, the same machine can adapt to new material flows without major modifications. Explore our product brochures to learn more.
How do I know if my material can be processed?
Through our biomass testing service, we can run laboratory-scale trials with your material. You receive documented results on how the material behaves in crushing or chipping. Testing biomass before you invest helps you make confident decisions, validate materials and processes at prototype scale and optimize processes before full-scale implementation. Read more about biomass testing.
How does Saalasti keep machines reliable over the long term?
Saalasti supports customers with comprehensive lifecycle services: preventive maintenance, inspections, and service contracts that extend machine life and minimize downtime. Spare parts are available quickly worldwide from central warehouses in all the countries we operate in, and many parts can be refurbished to save costs. In addition, Saalasti offers machinery upgrades that increase capacity, improve performance for new biomass types, and adapt existing systems to changing needs.
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