Baling

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PG&E Pilot Evaluates Chipped Versus Baled Debris

AUBURN, WASHINGTON, UNITED STATES, April 29, 2022 — The electric utility industry magazine T&D World published a story on their pilot trial of baling vegetation management debris as an alternative to chipping. Read the story in T&D World.

Baling & Roundwood Hauling for Fireline and WUI Fuels Reduction Woody Biomass: Alternative to on-site Chipping

Baling & Roundwood Hauling for Fireline and WUI Fuels Reduction Woody Biomass

Abstract  In this 17-slide Powerpoint presentation, Jim Dooley explores the challenges of on-site chipping of fireline debris and woody biomass and proposes Forest Concepts’ patent-protected baling technology as a solution.  The presentation covers potential benefits such as labor and cost reduction. In addition, depictions of applications at test sites are included. About the Publication  Dooley, …

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Moisture Content of Baled Forest and Urban Woody Biomass During Long-Term Open Storage

Abstract This article describes how the moisture content of baled woody biomass varied during long-term open-air storage under conditions in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States. Large rectangular bales of forest and urban biomass were produced beginning in August 2015 and periodically until June 2016. Weights were measured approximately monthly until the entire …

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Baling Woody Residues

Conceptual Specification of Forest Utility Balers for Woody Biomass

Abstract  The forest utility modular woody biomass baler is designed to maximize recovery of forest residuals from small/remote/stranded landings, scattered roadside windrows and piles, thinnings from hand crews, and forest management prunings. The baler module is designed to be incorporated onto a wide range of undercarriages and prime movers. The baler module can be mounted …

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Large-Scale Baler

Conceptual Specification of Large-Bale Forest Residuals Balers

Abstract The large-bale modular woody biomass baler is designed to maximize daily production while baling previously piled logging slash, forest residuals, thinnings from hand crews, and forest management prunings. The baler is intended to be supported by an excavator-type grapple loader to feed biomass into the baler and handle bales produced much like a grinder …

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Biomass Baling

Conceptual Specification of Forest Residues Balers using the Appreciative Design Method

Abstract  Baling of fine forest residuals such as tops, branches, and thinnings is expected to reduce the cost of collection, transport, and processing. Baling may enable economical access to currently stranded biomass resources that are inaccessible to large in-woods grinders and specialized chip hauling vehicles. The technical feasibility of baling logging slash branches and tops …

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Bighorn Biomass Baler in operation

Design of a Forest Residue Baler – Specification of Bale Dimensions

Abstract Specification of bale dimensions, configuration, and density are among the first decision decisions to be made for the design of a new class of forest biomass balers. The engineering team at Forest Concepts updated earlier work on baling of urban woody biomass to the context of forest residuals and the BRDI project. Revised functional …

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Forest Concepts Issued US Patent for Method of Baling Switchgrass or Miscanthus at Optimum Highway Transport Densities

Today, the U.S. Patent Office issued Patent Number 8,359,974 to Forest Concepts, LLC. This patent provides for compacting switchgrass or miscanthus into rectangular bales, at compression pressures between 4 psi and 32 psi, to achieve optimum highway transport densities, taking into consideration initial moisture content, expected drydown period, and mode of transportation. Switchgrass and other …

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Baler Test 2008

Field Experience with Street Legal Square Baler for Woody Biomass

Abstract  We conducted a problem analysis in 2005 to recommend an optimal method for collection, transport, and handling of woody biomass in urban centers, suburban landscapes, and forested areas. The analysis concluded that street-legal biomass balers should replace tow-behind chippers to enable woody biomass to be packaged and handled just like other recyclables. Design and …

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Forest Concepts Granted 2 Core U.S. Patents for Biomass Baling Systems

Today Forest Concepts received notice from the U.S. Patent Office of the issuance of the following patents: U.S. Patent No. 7,987,776, issue date August 2, 2011, entitled ENGINEERED WOODY BIOMASS BALING SYSTEM U.S. Patent No. 7,987,777, issue date August 2, 2011, entitled ENGINEERED TALL GRASS BIOMASS BALING SYSTEM Baling of hay and other agricultural crops …

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