Function: The hammer mill shreds wood by repeatedly striking it with hammers. This process reduces the size of the wood particles, making them suitable for use in various applications like animal feed, biomass fuel, and wood pellets.
Components: Major components include the hammers, screen (which controls the size of the output particles), and the rotor (which drives the hammers). The size of the output can be adjusted by changing the screen size or hammer configuration.
Types: There are several types of hammer mills, including gravity-fed and pneumatic (air-powered) models. Gravity-fed models allow the wood to fall into the mill by gravity, while pneumatic models use air pressure to move the material.
Applications: Wood hammer mills are used in agriculture for processing animal feed, in the timber industry for creating wood chips and sawdust, and in renewable energy sectors for producing biomass fuel.
Maintenance: Regular maintenance is necessary to keep the hammer mill running efficiently. This includes checking and replacing worn-out hammers, screens, and other components, as well as ensuring proper lubrication.