Micro-scale rotary shear for particle size reduction
Optimize your research with precise particle reduction, ideal for transforming diverse feedstocks into uniform, research-grade samples without pre-drying.

Processes and Reduces Biomass for Research Applications
The M8M Series from Forest Concepts features Crumbler® Machines designed for precision in biomass processing and research applications. These micro-scale rotary shears are uniquely capable of processing both high and low moisture feedstocks without the need for pre-drying, offering a significant advantage in varied research environments. With a robust processing capacity of up to 1/2 wet tons (1/4 dry tons) per hour, the M8M Series efficiently reduces raw feedstocks like wood chips, corn stover, and more into uniform particles, ideal for biofuel and laboratory-grade samples. Its modular design facilitates seamless integration into lab setups, with features such as PLC controls and multiple power options to suit specific needs. The machine operates quietly and efficiently, occupying minimal space, and supporting various configurations, including stacked units for increased output. Customizable processing heads allow tailoring of particle size to meet diverse project demands, ensuring versatility and precision in biomass research and development.
Benefits
- Enhances research efficiency with uniform particle production for reliable experimentation.
- Saves energy with low-consumption operation, optimizing laboratory resources.
- Supports varied feedstocks without pre-drying, streamlining preparation processes.
- Easily integrates into lab settings with compact and modular design.
- Customizable particle sizes cater to specific research and material processing needs.
- Applications
- Lab research,Agricultural residue,Biomass processing,Renewable energy,Industrial research,Feedstock processing,Wood processing,Bioenergy
- End products
- Research-grade wood particles,Compost additives,Wood pellets,Fine wood chips,Biofuel intermediates,Animal bedding material,Laboratory-grade biomass samples,Biomass briquettes
- Steps before
- Material Sourcing,Sorting,Shredding
- Steps after
- Screening,Sizing,Packaging
- Input ingredients
- wood chips,corn stover,switchgrass,bamboo,sage,hemp,agave,raw feedstocks,high moisture feedstocks,low moisture feedstocks
- Output ingredients
- precision particles,uniform particles,1/4 inch feedstock particles,1/4 inch particles,3/16 inch particles,1/8 inch particles,1/16 inch particles,3/64 inch particles
- Market info
- Forest Concepts is known for designing and manufacturing innovative biomass processing equipment, specializing in engineered-to-order systems for efficiently handling and converting biomass into valuable products, earning a reputation for quality and innovation in the renewable energy sector.
- Processing capacity
- Up to 1/2 wet tons per hour
- Processing capacity
- 1/4 dry tons per hour
- Moisture compatibility
- High and low moisture feedstocks
- Energy consumption
- Low
- Motor power
- 1.5hp,3hp,5hp
- Automation
- PLC controls available
- Infeed capacity
- 8″ wide
- Footprint
- 3.4′ X 2.7′
- Power options
- 460VAC 3ph / 220VAC 1ph / 110VAC 1ph
- Particle size
- 1/4″,3/16″,1/8″,1/16″,3/64″
- Stacking configurations
- Single unit,stacked,sequential
- Working Mechanism
- Rotary Shear
- Automation Level
- Manual / PLC
- Batch vs. Continuous Operation
- Batch
- Energy Efficiency
- Low energy consumption
- Modularity
- Modular System Integration
- Noise Level
- Quiet Operation
- Infeed Capacity
- 8" Wide
- Wood chips
- Yes
- Corn stover
- Yes
- Switchgrass
- Yes
- Bamboo
- Yes
- Sage
- Yes
- Hemp
- Yes
- Agave
- Yes
- High moisture feedstocks
- Yes
- Low moisture feedstocks
- Yes
- Compact footprint
- 3.4' X 2.7'
- Infeed capacity
- 8" wide
- Machine output capacity
- 1/2 wet tons per hour
- Customization options for processing heads
- 1/4",3/16",1/8",1/16",3/64"
- Power supply
- 460VAC 3ph / 220VAC 1ph / 110VAC 1ph
- Modularity
- Single unit,stacked,sequential
- Discharge method
- Variable cutter-width processing heads
- Control panel type
- PLC controls available
- Integration possibilities
- Modular for easy system integration (single unit,stacked,sequential)
- Modularity
- Multiple cutter-width processing heads