Expo 2009


Wood Bioenergy, Part 2	Friday, June 12, 2009 9:00 am - 12:00 pm

Derek Templeton	Derek Templeton (bio) Pöyry Forest Industry Consulting
	Wood Fuel Pellet Manufacturing: Technology Development for Varied Raw Material Sources
	Wood fuel pellets are a high energy density, stable commodity product well-suited to bulk transport and long-term storage. The pellet manufacturing process uses proven technology components from existing industries and has good compatibility with existing forestry and wood resource supply chains. This session examines current technology developments to utilize the varied raw material sources for this growing new industry.

Jim Teaford	Jim Teaford (bio) The Teaford Company
	Creating Pellets or Co-Generation from Mill Residue
	Determining the most cost-effective method for using mill residue has rapidly become a new focus in the wood industry. Two possible quick payback options are producing wood pellets or cogeneration. This session offers a discussion on choosing between adding a pellet line or cogeneration at your mill.

Harold Arnold

Harold Arnold (bio)
Fram Renewable Fuels

The Challenges of Wood Pelleting

Session participants will learn about experiences and challenges in starting up and maintaining a wood pellet operation, including site location, raw material supply, material handling, drying operations, dust handling, material preparation, quality, pellet equipment, coolers, bagging operations, plant safety and fire protection.

Forest Products Machinery & Equipment Exposition ♦ 2900 Indiana Ave ♦ Kenner ♦ Louisiana ♦ 70065

Phone: 504.443.4464 ♦ Fax: 504.443.6612