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doing something special for our annual guide to por- We’re table/mobile chippers and grinders this year. To make the equipment more accessible to our readers, we provide a short list 2010 Chipper & of specs for each manufacturer to give an idea of what’s available in technology and capacity to suit a user’s needs. All information has been supplied by the manufacturers and assembled by Canadian Bio- mass into one easy-to-read reference guide. Contact the manufacturer Grinder Guide or local dealer for more information. – Compiled by Melissa Damota

BANDIT AND THE BEAST Bandit Industries provides the equipment necessary to produce low-cost wood fibre and agricultural residues for the growing bioenergy market. Its complete line of biomass chippers and high-capacity horizontal grinders transforms unused biomate- rial into a valuable, marketable product. Users can produce dimensional chips for wood-fired boiler systems, a uniform sawdust-like product for use in pellet opera- tions, and can even convert agricultural residues such as grass and straw into valu- able biomass feedstocks. Bandit offers six drum-style whole-tree chippers and four Beast Recyclers. www.banditchippers.com, [email protected], 800-952-0178 The Beast of low-cost, high-capacity grinders. CHIPPERS DRUM-STYLE DISC-STYLE Model 2090 2290 2590 3090 3590 3590XL 1850 1900 2400 Engine (hp) 250–325 250–365 365–440 535–630 700 700–1200 250–325 535 or 540 700 Infeed opening (inches) 26 x 24.5 30 x 26.25 30 x 26.25 30 x 30 48 x 30 48 x 36 20.5 x 18 23 x 19.5 29 x 24 Configuration options Trailer, track Trailer, track GRINDERS Model 1680 2680 3680 3680T 4680 4680T Engine (hp) 160–275 365–440 400–800 630–800 875–1200 875–1200 Infeed opening (inches) 52 x 24 60 x 24 60 x 35 60 x 35 60 x 45 60 x 45 Configuration options Trailer Track Trailer

BRUKS MOVES FORWARDER The Bruks 805 forwarder-mounted chipper with self-contained chip bin enables off- road chipping and transportation of the chips back to a roadside trailer. The chip bin raises and dumps into any chip trailer. With high-capacity chipping of residue and whole logs, this machine is highly flexible and mobile. It mounts on any brand of forwarder and has computerized control systems and load-sensing hydraulics. www.mobilechippers.com, [email protected], 770-849-0100 ext. 132 CHIPPERS Model 805.2 STC 1300 RT Engine (hp) 450 700 Infeed opening (inches) 33.5 x28.5 47.5 x 35.5 Configuration options Forwarder-mounted Trailer, truck-mounted The 805 forwarder-mounted chipper is fuel efficient and easily mobile.

DURATECH’S TOUGH TUBS Made to grind and regrind, Duratech’s industrial grinders can handle biomass mate- rials from stumps and logs to slash, pallets, and green waste. Turn your waste into useable cogeneration fuel in no time with help from a powerful Cat engine featured in each grinder. Duratech affordable grinders are built to tackle heavy-duty jobs and come available with a pintle hitch, fifth wheel, or on tracks. www.duratech.info GRINDERS Model 2009 3010 Engine (hp) 325 475 or 540 Infeed opening at flare 9 feet, 6.4 inches diam. 10 feet diam. Configuration options Pintle hitch, 5th wheel, 5th wheel Pintle hitch, 5th wheel, w/goose neck hitch, track track These industrial grinders handle a range of biomaterials.

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BIOMASSDEC.indd 25 12/1/09 2:59:42 PM DIAMOND Z PERFORMS Diamond Z offers a broad range of new and used tub grinders, horizontal grinders, and metal recycling equipment designed to suit any industrial application. Diamond Z grinders are powered by Cat engines. From high-volume composting to disaster cleanup and from land clearing to stockpile tire disposal and solid waste reduction and recycling, Diamond Z provides performance for the job. www.diamondz.com, [email protected], 800-949-2383 or 208-585-2929 GRINDERS (HORIZONTAL) Model DZH4000 DZH6000 DZH7000 Engine (hp) 700–765 875–1050 1050–1200 Infeed opening (inches) 54.5 x 48 64 x 50 68 x 54 Trailer, track, track Trailer, track with Trailer, track with Configuration options with transport transport transport The 1200-hp DZH7000 tackles large-scale projects. GRINDERS (TUB) Model DZ1136B DZ1248B DZ1352B DZ1460B DZ1463B DZT8000 E6000B SWG1600 Engine (hp) 440 700 875 875 1050 875 875–1050 1200–1650 Infeed opening (feet, inner top diam.) 11 12 13 14 14 14 11 16 Self-loader, tracked self- Track, twin Track with Configuration options Track Self-loader loader, twin engine engine transport Trailer

CUSTOMIZE WITH DOPPSTADT Doppstadt offers a complete range of shredding, grinding, chipping equipment, and trommel screens for wood biomass and waste processing. Its AK grinders, powered by Mercedes Benz diesel motors, process any kind of woody biomass from tree stumps, green waste, and slash to railway ties and demolition debris. Its DW shredders have slow-speed, high-torque, heavy-duty design rotors with hydraulic release for built-in protection against unshreddable contaminants. Doppstadt is a one-stop solution for biomass and recycling operations. Voghel (eastern Canada) and Groundworx (western Canada) are the Canadian distributors for Doppstadt. www.voghel.com, [email protected], 514-990-6636 www.groundworx.ca, 888-222-2670, 780-887-7123 The 525-hp AK530 grinder makes short work of slash. GRINDERS CHIPPERS Model AK230 AK430 AK530 AK630 DH608 DH910 Engine (hp) 200 425 525 610 490 612 Width 58 Width 69 Width 69 Width 69 Width 32 Width 40 Cutting mill size (inches) Diam. 36 Diam. 43 Diam. 43 Diam. 43 Diam. 40 Diam. 51 Trailer with revolving Configuration options Trailer Trailer, track 5th wheel 5th wheel super-structure Trailer, track SHREDDERS Model DW2060 DW2560 DW3060SA DW3060 DW3080K Engine (hp) 205 390 430 430 475 Length 79 Length 98.5 Length 123.5 Length 123.5 Length 123.5 Cutting mill size (inches) Diam. 23.5 Diam. 23.5 Diam. 23.5 Diam. 23.5 Diam. 31.5 Configuration options Roll-off, track Tandem trailer, track 5th wheel Trailer, 5th wheel, track Track

RAWLINGS IN ELECTRIC AND DIESEL For more than 30 years, Rawlings Waste Wood Recovery Systems has manufactured and marketed several series of portable and stationary wood grinders. It offers these machines in electric or diesel on stationary, portable, and skid-mounted sys- tems. Both vertical and horizontal models are available in various sizes to produce your desired finished requirements. Rawlings is dedicated to advancing this technol- ogy and providing excellent support to their customers. www.wastewoodhogs.com GRINDERS Model 472 HZX 460 HZX 448 HZX 436 HZX 360 HZX 348 HZX 800– 800– 800– 400– 400– 400– Engine (hp) 1000 1000 1000 1000 800 800 Infeed opening (in) 48 x 72 48 x 60 48 x 48 48 x 36 36 x 60 36 x 48 Numerous options supply a range of project requirements. Configuration Trailer or stationary

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BIOMASSDEC.indd 26 12/1/09 2:59:49 PM MORBARK, LESS HASSLE Morbark manufactures equipment for a variety of applications involving wood and organic materials, including , sawmill, tree care, and recycling. The prod- uct line runs from hand-fed chippers to self-feeding whole-tree chippers, tub and horizontal grinders, debarkers, sawmill equipment, and attachments to get the job done. The equipment is available in towable versions, track, or electric powered. Morbark’s extensive line of equipment is known for uniform predictable quality, tailored to meet the customers’ needs for many years. www.morbark.com, 800-831-0042 The 4600XL decimates slash. CHIPPERS Chiparvestor Whole-tree chipper Model 22 23 30 30/36A 40/36 50/48B Engine (hp) Up to 1050 Up to 875 Up to 1050 325–600 600–700 700–1050 Infeed opening (inches) 22 23 30 30 x 33 40 x 24 Configuration options Trailer Trailer Trailer Trailer Track, trailer Track, trailer GRINDERS Model 2600 3800 4600XL 6600 7600B Engine (hp) 250–260 500–700 800–1050 860–1200 860–1200 Infeed opening (inches) 20 x 57 59.75 x 38 60 x 46 66 x 50 76 x 65 Configuration options Track, trailer

PETERSON INTRODUCES NEW MODEL Peterson Pacific continues to produce high-production chippers, horizontal grinders, and blower trucks. For 2010, Peterson is introducing the new 4300 drum chipper. It’s designed for biomass producers who have wide variety of feed material from logs up to 26 inches in diameter to brush and small feedstock. Powered by a Cat C18, the 4300 is available in three power ratings: 630, 700, and 765 hp. www.petersoncorp.com

CHIPPERS Model 4300 5900 5000H Engine (hp) 630–765 765 950–1200 Infeed opening (inches) 26 x 40.5 23 23 Configuration options Trailer The new 4300 drum chipper handles logs up to 26 inches in diameter. GRINDERS Model 2700C 2710C 4700B 4710B 5710C 6700B 4710B 5710C 6700B Engine (hp) 475–580 475–580 700–765 700–765 950–1050 950–1200 700–765 950–1050 950–1200 Infeed opening (inches) 60 x 32 60 x 32 60 x 37 60 x 37 60 x 40 66 x 50 60 x 37 60 x 40 66 x 50 Configuration options Trailer Track Trailer Track Track Trailer Track Track Trailer

VERMEER OFFERS VARIETY Vermeer Canada offers a large variety of brush chippers, horizontal grinders, and tub grinders for demanding jobs. Vermeer provides powerful options, including Cummins, Cat, and engines. New progressive products and attachments are available for the product line, such as Vermeer’s new Fuel Chip Attachment for the HG6000 grinder. This attachment converts the machine from grinding to chip- ping in a short time. Visit Vermeer’s website to find its nearest Canadian location. www.vermeercanada.com GRINDERS (TUB) Model TG5000 TG7000 TG9000 Engine (hp) 440 1000 1000 Infeed opening 12.25 feet diam. 13 feet diam. 13.6 feet diam. The HG8000 with track is Vermeer’s latest addition. Configuration options Trailer CHIPPERS Model BC600XL BC1000XL BC1200XL BC1400TX BC1500 BC1800XL BC2100XL Engine (hp) 27 49 or 85 110 122 125 115/125 or 140/170 215/250 Infeed opening (inches) 6 x 6 12 x 17 13 x 17 15 x 20 15 x 20 13 x 17 20 x 24 Configuration options Trailer Trailer, track Trailer GRINDERS (HORIZONTAL) Model HG200 HG365E HG4000TX HG6000 HG6000E HG8000 Engine (hp) 85 250 440 630 300 electric 1050 Infeed opening (inches) 12.5 24 25.75 34 x 60 32 50 x 72 Configuration options Trailer Trailer, track Trailer Trailer, track

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BIOMASSDEC.indd 28 12/1/09 3:00:06 PM RAYCO COMPACTS BIG JOBS Rayco’s new line of compact horizontal grinders and 8-inch capacity chippers creates affordable solutions for your wood waste needs. The RH1754 grinder and RC814 chipper are easy to tow and manoeuvre while saving on fuel consumption. The RH174 is designed to grind pallets, brush, green waste, scraps, and construction de- bris. It is easily moved behind a one-ton truck or self-propelled on small job sites that are inaccessible to larger machines. The RC814 is equipped with VersaFeed auto- matic feed control, hydraulic down pressure, and feed wheel lift, with diesel engine. www.raycomfg.com, 800-392-2686

GRINDERS CHIPPERS Model RH1754 RC814 Engine (hp) 140 44 Infeed opening (inches) 17 x 54 8 x 14 Configuration options Track 2-inch ball hitch The RH1754 grinds with a 140-hp diesel engine.

ROTOCHOPPER CHOMPS DOWNTIME Rotochopper horizontal grinders are the “perfect in one pass” solution for produc- ing biomass fuel from forestry slash, whole trees, slab wood, and other wood fibre resources. Rotochopper’s distinctive grinding rotors deliver finished products with less downtime, lower chipper knife wear, and better efficiency than typical grinder teeth. The system can produce a half-inch or smaller end material that packs densely into trailers in a single pass. www.rotochopper.com, [email protected], 320-548-3586 GRINDERS Model B-66 MC-266 Engine (hp) 765 475 - 540 Infeed opening (inches) 66 x 32 66 x 18 Configuration options Trailer, track, track & transport dolly-mounted Trailer, track The MC-266 is designed to minimize downtime and knife wear.

SIMPLY DURABLE UNIVERSAL REFINER GRINDERS Universal Refiner’s Hypocyclonic Action Waste Grinder (H.A.W.G.) is simple, durable, Model H.A.W.G R-MAG 82 R-MAG 92 R-MAG 109 and fast. It shreds waste using a unique pan and disc system and will grind almost Engine (hp) 275 or 350 600 650 700 anything to a finished product in one pass. The R-MAG portable wood waste grind- Width 40 Width 45 Width 54 ers can grind lawn clippings, leaves, land clearing waste, construction/demolition Infeed opening (inches) 8.5 feet diam. Diam. 45 Diam. 55 Diam. 65 waste, logging slash, stumps, railroad ties, and storm waste. The simple design and Configuration options Trailer construction makes them nearly indestructible, resulting in a long running life. www.universalrefiner.com, [email protected], 800-277-8068

A REAL Heavy-duty model 460 is designed for high-production biomass producers. The unit is designed with a straight-in opening that allows whole trees and large tops to be processed with ease. It is equipped with a 50-inch diameter by 60-inch wide cutting drum. www.woodsmanchippers.com, [email protected], 989-588-4295

CHIPPERS Model 460 Engine (hp) 630–1125 Infeed opening (inches) 32 x 60 Configuration options Track, 5th wheel, loader/cab High-production biomass from the Woodsman.

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