HolzschnitzelPELlets

HolzschnitzelPELlets are a category of wood-based pellets produced primarily from wood chips (Holzschnitzel) rather than finer sawdust alone. They are a subtype within the broader field of biomass pellets intended for energy production and heating. The term is most commonly encountered in German-language contexts and may be used by producers to distinguish pellet feedstocks derived from chips.

Production of HolzschnitzelPELlets involves collecting residual wood chips from processing mills, drying them to a low moisture level, and grinding or refining them to a relatively uniform particle size. The material is then compressed under high pressure in a pellet mill, with natural lignin in the wood acting as a binder. No external binders are typically required. The resulting pellets are cooled, screened, and packaged for storage and transport.

Physically, these pellets resemble standard wood pellets but may vary in particle composition and ash content depending on chip quality. Typical properties include a moisture content below about 10%, a cylindrical form with diameters around 6–8 mm and lengths of 5–25 mm, and a calorific value in the range of roughly 18–20 MJ/kg. They are designed to be used in pellet boilers and stoves, and in some cases for industrial biomass applications.

Uses and considerations: the primary use is as a solid biofuel for residential and commercial heating. Environmental benefits derive from replacing fossil fuels, assuming sustainable sourcing and proper combustion. Quality standards such as ENplus may apply to ensure consistency, storage stability, and low dust production. Availability and cost depend on the supply of suitable wood chips and regional market factors.