Industrial Drum Wood Chipper is a high-performance wood processing equipment specifically designed for converting logs, branches, timber waste, and whole trees into uniform wood chips. Featuring a robust rotating drum with multiple cutting knives, this machine delivers exceptional productivity and consistent chip quality, making it the preferred choice for large-scale biomass processing, pulp mills, and wood-based panel manufacturing facilities.
High-Efficiency Design
Processing Capacity: 10-100 tons per hour (model dependent)
Feed Size Capacity: Up to 600mm diameter logs
Output Chip Size: 15-45mm (adjustable)
Power Requirements: 75-450 KW electric or diesel options
Performance Advantages
High Productivity: Continuous feeding capability with throughput up to 100 tons/hour
Uniform Chip Quality: Consistent chip geometry with length-to-thickness ratio < 100:1
Energy Efficient: Optimized cutting geometry reduces power consumption by 15-20%
Low Maintenance: Quick-change knife system reduces downtime
Versatile Feeding: Handles various wood forms including whole trees, logs, and slabs
| Warranty | 1 Year |
| Chip Size | 25-35mm |
| Color | As Customer's Request |
| Name | Wood Chipper Machine |
| Feed Conveyor Power | Hydraulic Motor |
| Feed Conveyor Length | 6M |
| Inlet Size | 700*400mm |
| Number of Blade | 2pcs |
| Capacity | 12-15t/h |
| Main Power | 235HP |
1. Pulp & Paper Industry
Production of uniform wood chips for chemical and mechanical pulping
Pre-processing equipment for paper manufacturing plants
2. Biomass Energy Sector
Preparation of feedstock for biomass power plants
Chip production for wood pellet and briquette manufacturing
Biofuel raw material processing
3. Wood-Based Panel Production
Chip supply for OSB (Oriented Strand Board) manufacturing
Raw material preparation for particleboard plants
MDF chip production
4. Landscaping & Mulching
Production of decorative landscape mulch
Wood chips for playground surfaces and pathways
Erosion control material manufacturing
5. Recycling Operations
Processing of demolition wood and construction waste
Pallet recycling and wood waste management
Urban tree maintenance and municipal waste processing
1. Feeding System
Hydraulic Feed Rollers: 2-4 heavy-duty rollers with adjustable pressure
Feed Conveyor: Variable speed chain or belt conveyor
Safety Devices: Anti-kickback fingers and emergency stop system
Feed Opening: 400×600mm to 600×800mm options
2. Cutting Mechanism
Main Drum: Solid steel drum with precision-balanced design
Cutting Knives: 4-12 replaceable knives (hardened steel or tungsten carbide)
Anvil Knife: Adjustable counter knife for optimal cutting clearance
Knife Mounting: Quick-change hydraulic clamping system
3. Power & Drive System
Main Motor: High-torque electric motor or diesel engine
Transmission: Heavy-duty gear reducer or hydraulic drive
Hydraulic System: Independent hydraulic power unit
Control Panel: PLC-based control with touch screen interface
4. Discharge & Screening
Discharge Chute: Angled chute with wear-resistant lining
Chip Screen: Rotary or vibrating screen for size classification
Oversize Return: Automatic recycling of oversized chips
Discharge Conveyor: Optional belt conveyor for chip transport
5. Frame & Enclosure
Main Frame: Welded steel construction with vibration dampening
Sound Enclosure: Optional noise reduction housing (≤85 dB)
Safety Guards: Full perimeter guarding with interlocked access doors
Mobility Options: Stationary, semi-mobile, or trailer-mounted versions
6. Control System
Automated Operation: Feed rate optimization based on load
Monitoring System: Real-time monitoring of critical parameters
Safety Features: Overload protection and automatic shutdown
Remote Access: Optional IoT connectivity for performance tracking