Chip and Sawdust Handling

Junnikkala OY has recently launched its new sawmill facility in Oulu, which has an impressive capacity of 700,000 m³ of timber per year. This modern facility is equipped with a state-of-the-art by-product handling system from Hedlunds, which plays a significant role in its success.

Hedlunds’ by-product handling system primarily consists of shaftless screw conveyors for chips and sawdust. These conveyors offer significant advantages as a result of their high capacity, quiet operation, streamlined design and safety. They require minimal maintenance and no lubrication, making them the conveyors of the future for modern chip and sawdust transportation. 

In addition to the screw conveyors, the facility also features a chipper for offcuts from raw sorting, a grinder for dry offcuts from the trimming line, and two chip screens, each with an area of 11 m². A sawdust screen effectively separates chips from sawdust. The entire facility is powered by variable drives and controlled via a graphic operator interface, enhancing flexibility and accessibility. This investment not only boosts production efficiency, but it also supports a sustainable and forward-focused operation.