Wood is one of the most important renewable raw materials and, if used efficiently, up to 100 per cent of it can be repurposed. Initially, wood is used in the production of houses, walls, furniture and window frames; however, residual wood can also be processed and re-used – for example, as biomass for energy and heat generation.
Untha wood shredders make the recycling and disposal of waste wood more efficient and cost-effective. The units help customers improve their carbon foot-print, generate self-produced energy for company buildings, as well as reducing both storage space requirements and labour costs associated with wood waste management.
The Austrian manufacturer, Untha develops and manufactures shredding technology for joinery and carpentry businesses, sawmills and the wood processing industry. Additionally, wholesalers and transport companies that handle large volumes of wooden pallets also rely on these shredders.
Waste wood processing plays a key role in ensuring smooth production processes, as well as the efficient use of resources and energy. In an era of rising energy costs, waste wood recycling is becoming even more relevant.‘Our customers are increasingly thinking about how they can make their processes more efficient and sustainable. In this context, the processing of residual wood is particularly important,’ says sales and key account manager of IMA Schelling UK, Andy Hepworth.
‘Ideally, residual wood shouldn’t require a separate operation in the production process, helping to conserve personnel resources. ‘Wood scraps go directly from the production area to the shredder, are automatically processed and then transported via a conveyor system directly to the central heating boiler.
‘The heat generated can be used to warm production facilities, drying chambers, offices and even nearby residential units. In this way, many of our customers have become energy self-sufficient, saving both time and money,’ explains Andy Hepworth.
The first step in the thermal recycling of waste wood is shredding it into homogenous wood chips. Untha wood shredders can be used as stand-alone solutions, or integrated into fully automated plants. Thanks to a compact design and innovative technology, they can be seamlessly incorporated into any operation, ensuring that all types of waste wood are processed efficiently. Unthas product portfolio includes a range of shredding solutions: from the RS series – robust four-shaft shredders designed for intensive continuous operation – to the LR series – featuring powerful single-shaft shredders capable of handling large quantities of residual wood. Untha also offers a wide selection of conveyor systems, metal separators and additional features that enhance efficiency and safety. ‘Wood is a valuable resource, which is why it is essential to use it responsibly and efficiently. Untha wood shredders can process all types of waste wood efficiently, transforming it into combustion material, or pellets.
‘This ensures that 100 per cent of the wood is recycled, an approach that’s both economically and environmentally sustainable,’ concludes Andy Hepworth from IMA Schelling UK. Interested parties can visit the company’s showroom in Wetherby and can also view Untha products at LIGNA.
