Lay and dry. About alternative sources most have not heard. But for example, in Europe, most of the population has switched to alternative fuels: pellets and briquettes. Today I want to tell you about fuel briquettes, show their pros and cons.

Fuel briquettes, or eurowood - solid biofuel, made from recycled trees, including wood chips and sawdust. The homeland of Eurodrops is Germany, where briquettes have been used since 1984.

Briquettes are produced according to next technology: Sawdust is heated to a high temperature and pressed on a special press. Due to the high density of 1.1 kg / dm3 and a special glue of lignin, fuel briquettes do not fall apart and can be stored for a long time in any conditions. At the same time, they take up a little space, and they give heat a little more than ordinary oak or birch firewood.

Since the briquette has a high density, it burns for a long time. The calorific value of raw - 1800 kilocalories per kilogram, dry - 3600, and a fuel briquette - about 5000. If 4-5 kg ​​of firewood burns in half an hour, then the same amount of Euro-wood - in 2-4 hours.

If in the production of briquettes deciduous tree species are used as raw materials, then briquettes have a low ash content. And if conifers are used as raw materials, then the ash content is high. When the briquette is burned, practically no waste is left.

When burning with wood or coal, a small amount of fuel, when burned, turns into soot, which subsequently clogs the chimney. If the pipes are not cleaned with aspen wood or special products once every few years, this can lead to a fire. With hardwood fuel briquettes, this problem does not arise - no more than 7% of non-combustible particles remain, and consumers do not need to clean the equipment every time.

The quality of fuel briquettes depends on several factors:

• Density, it must be higher than 1kg dm3.
• Lack of dirt, impurities and stale raw materials.
• High quality equipment
• Correct technological process

The fact that the briquette is made of high-quality raw materials and compliance with technological standards is evidenced by its natural color and the absence of odors, except for the smell of wood.

For example, birch briquettes, for example, should be white, pine and others conifers- light yellow.

There are three recognized briquette standards - RUF, NESTRO and PINI & KAY. RUF fuel briquettes, in the form of bricks, were the first to appear on the market. They are made from birch, pine needles and oak.

Fuel briquette NESTRO is a cylinder, as well as other types, almost does not smoke during combustion, and after combustion, coals remain.

The PINI & KAY standard is heat treated and therefore maximally resistant to mechanical stress. It is ideal for fireplace inserts and attracts consumers with its unusual polyhedron shape with a hole inside. All types of fuel briquettes are compact and take several times less space than firewood. Fuel briquettes can be stored in any room, provided that they are protected from moisture.

Not only have clear benefits for the consumer, but also save Natural resources... The transition to Eurowood is a concern for the environment, that is, about our health. After logging, paper production, there are mountains of sawdust and wood dust. It is dangerous to burn them due to the threat of fires and cannot be stored indefinitely at the enterprise. Thus, the production of fuel briquettes is both a solution to an urgent problem, and a stop of unnecessary deforestation for firewood, and convenience.

In Sweden, where the state is doing everything to improve the standard of living of the population, most villages use eurodrops. So far, few people have heard about fuel briquettes in our country, but little by little progress is going on, and some people are starting to stay with fuel briquettes.

- Eurowood Pini Kay does not need to be dried and cooked, they do not need special ovens and equipment. Piny & Key briquettes are hard and extremely resistant to mechanical stress.

High calorific value

The calorific value of Pini Kay fuel briquettes is 4900-5100 kcal / kg, which significantly exceeds not only the calorific value of ordinary firewood, but also RUF fuel briquettes. More heat with less firewood;

Long burning time

The time of burning and subsequent smoldering is higher than that of "ordinary" firewood. Duration of burning wood briquettes - up to 3 hours (in ovens with controlled air supply). The long burning time increases the time interval between loading the fuel into the furnace, which significantly increases the convenience of use. Comfortable temperature with less fuel loading.

Easy ignition

The ignition of fuel briquettes does not differ from the ignition of ordinary firewood. However, Eurowood can be ignited with the help of special liquids (for example, those used to ignite charcoal) or ignition gel. Due to the low humidity, the briquettes burn quickly. Fuel briquettes Pini Kay is easy ignition and quick heating of the room;

High density

- Of all types of fuel briquettes, Pini Kay has the highest density

Security

Combustion of fuel briquettes, unlike classic firewood of various types of wood, is accompanied by the release of a minimum amount of smoke, does not spark or "shoot". High safety with high heating value.

Purity

Due to the low humidity, the briquettes emit less soot and less pollute the chimney. The ash content of Pini Kay fuel briquettes is about 0.3%

Convenient storage

Due to the equal proportions and high density, fuel briquettes can be stored in several rows, which allows storing significantly more fuel per unit area in comparison with ordinary firewood. Wood fuel briquettes - easy to store and transport

The modern market for heating materials is very wide and replete with purchase offers different types fuel, the energy efficiency of some of them can be doubted. In turn, in this article you will find information about fuel briquettes from manufacturers who are currently considered brands and leaders in their field. It will focus on the features of the fuel briquettes of the firms Ruf, Pini Kay, Nestro and Nilsson.

Fuel briquettes

Fuel briquettes Ruf

Roof is a manufacturer of fuel briquettes consisting of sawdust and waste of good hardwood and softwood. For all that, the composition does not contain bark and other illiquid materials from the wood industry.

Fuel briquettes Ruf do not contain chemical substances based on glue. And this is their main advantage. This is due to the technology of making briquettes on a special complex of technical devices.

As for the production technology, Ruf briquettes are made in two stages:

1. Drying, which is necessary to reduce the percentage of moisture in wood chips and sawdust.
2. A hydraulic press that produces the self-shaping of forest material into briquettes.

At the exit, briquettes are obtained, according to outward appearance resembling a brick.

Fuel briquettes Ruf

Specifications fuel briquettes Ruf.

It is unlikely that these indicators will be informative for an ordinary person... For example, we will give the parameters of other types of fuel for some of the characteristics.

Enough of this information to understand that Ruf fuel briquettes are quite efficient. This is confirmed by the reviews of the owners. country houses.

Reviews

On the network you can find many reviews about the fuel briquettes of this manufacturer. And mostly good ones. Users mark the following positive traits Fuel Ruf:

1. Lack of characteristic crackling, as well as flying sparks.
2. High heat output during continuous burning.
3. Good resistance to moisture.
4. Practicality in application.
5. It is possible to increase the heat output of the boiler if briquettes and logs are evenly placed in the combustion chamber. In addition, fuel consumption will decrease by an average of three times.
6. Ruf fuel briquettes made of birch dust do not leave soot and tar scale on the walls of the furnace, which in turn makes the boiler maintenance much easier.
7. The manufacturer's briquettes do not require much storage space. In addition, the warehouse will always be clean.

Fuel briquettes Pini Kay

Fuel briquettes of this manufacturer are popular due to their unique characteristics, and have a set positive feedback users.

It should be said that Pini Kay fuel briquettes should be stored isolated from other materials and substances. Subject to following conditions products can lie for a very long time:

• it is required to store briquettes in a covered warehouse at temperatures from plus 5 to plus 40 ° C;
• relative humidity should vary between 30-80%;
• briquettes should not come into contact with water and aggressive media;
• to extend their shelf life, it is better to remove items from the sun.

Fuel briquettes Pini Kay

Reviews

Reviews of fuel briquettes from this manufacturer are mostly positive and are as follows:

1. Pini Kay fuel briquettes do not contaminate the surface in contact with them during transportation and storage.
2. The universal shape and small dimensions allow for dense stacking of briquettes on pallets.
3. Low ash content of 3%.
4. High density, exceeding the parameters of wood by 2.5 times.
5. High bulk density... This parameter is of interest to many buyers. They compare the figure with 300 kg / m³.

Fuel briquettes Nestro

Nestro fuel briquettes are produced at hydraulic presses with the creation of back pressure with a collet. These products can be from 50 to 90 mm in diameter, and from 50 to 100 mm in length. Packed in bags.

Since the Nestro fuel briquette is a compressed fuel, it requires little storage space. In addition, the high density excludes the penetration of moisture into the interior and subsequent decay, so they can be stored for a long time.

Very little splinter or liquid is required to ignite Euro-wood. A couple of briquettes are usually enough for a fireplace. After ignition, they burn with an even flame and spread a woody smell, and after combustion, beautiful coals remain, preserving high fever for a long time.

Fuel briquettes Nestro

What is Pini Kay?

Many people know today the phrase - Pini Kay (Pini Kay) - these are fuel briquettes, which are obtained by processing waste from wood and other materials. For those who do not know today, it is ecological solid fuel for different stoves, fireplaces and boilers. They are used for devices for different purposes and kind. They are great alternative fossil fuels such as coal, gas, fuel oil, etc.

Name and product history

This name has a rich history and comes from the Austrian company - manufacturer of briquette presses Pini Kay. At the moment, this company no longer exists, but the name has acquired new life and history. Pineappa is pressed by extruding using a screw and at the same time the surface is heated with heating elements. Often, Pini Kay (Pini Kay) take on a four-, six- or octagonal shape with a hole in the center. This hole, which is made along the entire Pini kay briquette, creates additional traction as it burns. This property allows the use of the pynikey in low draft ovens. But on the outside they are covered with a dark crust, the reason for this is the burning of the surface. PiniKey Eurowoods are cut miter saw... Often, with dimensions of 25-30 cm. Devices can also be used in order to break them into the same pieces - bars.

Types of Pini Kay

Like any other fuel, Pini Kay (Pini Kay) have their own types. Actually, they are divided, depending on the material from which they are made. Thus, we have four categories:

• Wood briquettes are made from chips, sawdust, low-value wood and other waste
• Vegetable briquettes are made from waste after agricultural processing, for example, sunflower husks, straw, grain husks, waste cereals, etc.
• Peat fuel pini briquettes kay
• Fuel briquettes from coal waste

The names of the last two groups speak for themselves.

Application and benefits of Pini Kay fuel

Today, Pini Kay (Pini Kay) have gained wide popularity and are used for a variety of purposes, consider some of them:

1. Can be used to light a fire, for example, on a hike or in the country.
2. Can be used for heating houses, warehouses, industrial and industrial premises
3. Can be used on trains where wagons need to be heated
4. Can be used for cooking barbecue, steaks and other products in the grill, grill, barbecue.
5. Can be used to produce high quality charcoal.

Now let's look at the benefits of Pini Kay

1. Fuel briquettes Pini Kay have a high calorific value - 4900-5100 kcal / kg. This is several times higher than the calorific value of ordinary firewood, as well as RUF fuel briquettes. So we get large quantity heat, with less fuel - briquettes.
2. Burning time is much longer simple firewood, moreover, fuel briquettes smolder for a very long time. For example, in ovens where you can adjust the air supply, Pini Kay (Pini Kay) can burn up to 3 hours. Such a low burning rate increases the time interval for placing briquettes in the oven. And this is very convenient! Thus, we get a fairly comfortable temperature with a lower fuel loading frequency.
3. Burning PiniKay is not accompanied huge amount smoke and sparks like regular firewood. That, of course, will protect the premises from a possible fire.
4. They ignite very quickly due to low humidity. Lighter fluid can be used.
5. They do not leave behind a lot of ash. Ash content of Pini Kay (Pini Kay) is from 0.2 to 2.5%.
6. Ease of use. No need to pre-dry and prepare like firewood. Also, it is not required special equipment for use.
7. Affordable price.
8. Saves storage space. Due to the high density and evenness of the surfaces of Pini Kay (Pini Kay), they can be folded in several rows without using additional space.

Thanks to all of the above advantages, we get environmentally friendly fuel that burns longer, burns better, does not leave behind a lot of waste, and even if it does, it can be used as a fertilizer. Pini Kay (Pini Kay) is a benefit in pure form... They save you money, effort, time and nerves!

Wood fuel briquettes Pini Kay (Pini Kay) from softwood and hardwood - high calorific value and low ash content. Better than firewood!