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Why Recycle Peanut Shell / Hull?

The peanut is a type of legume that belongs to the botanical family called legumes, with the most significant members of this family being soybeans, peanuts, and peas. These plants are grown for their seeds which typically grow in pods. In most cases, the shell / hull, as the by-product of peanut, is treated as waste ended up in landfill or burnt, which only add burden to the environment, but recent trends show that the peanut shell is an important resource if recycled. Below are some of the benefits of peanut shells / hulls.

  • Recycling peanut shells are an effective way to dispose of them and reduce plastic waste. Peanut shells are rich in calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and zinc making them perfect for mixing with soil as fertilizer. Their good quality makes them a great replacement for crushed recycled glass.
  • Peanut shells are 100% compostable. They can be used to make various products such as peanut shell compost, fertilizer, soil conditioners, pesticides, and desiccants, just to name a few applications in gardens and on farms.
  • The shells are highly durable when it comes to crushing or grinding. They can be easily dried and crushed into small pieces that can be used as alternatives to sand in concrete, plaster, and wallboard.
  • They can be used in animal feeds and as a supplementary source of protein to reduce the dependency on soybean meal in poultry feed.
  • The peanut shells can also be used in the production of fiberboard food packaging. It is reported that students from Monash have won a global award for their design of the fiberboard food packaging for a company, which is a sustainable innovative packaging.

It is a time to rethink the old and to come up with innovative ways to solve the problems of our contemporary world that ends in wastage. Peanut shells are one way that we can be creative in using waste and recycling it for something useful for us.

A proper peanut shell baling machine is a must-have piece of equipment and wise investment for businesses which generate a lot of peanut waste like peanut food manufacturers or peanut processing factories to compress and package the bulky peanut husks into dense rectangular bales which not only become easier to handle and store, but also brings additional revenue by selling the bales.

What is Makabale’s Baling Solution?

Makabale offers a wide range of peanut shell baler machines which combine compressing and packaging in one machine. These balers produce high dense and rectangular packaged bales that bring a number of advantages:

  • Easy to handle, stack, store, and transport
  • Save storage space, size reduction means less space occupation
  • Save cost and increase profit
  • Convenient to sell on market
  • Packaged and sealed bales have no worry of getting deteriorate
  • The bales can be easily broken up after removing package when in use
  • Keep a clean and safe working environment
  • Reduced fire risk

These peanut husk balers can be supplied with a plastic bag sealing machine which is used to seal the final bale automatically, as well as a conveyor for automatic feeding.

Recommended Heavy Duty Bagging Balers for Peanut Shell / Hull

Makabale Heavy Duty Bagging Baler machine series is an ideal solution to produce peanut shell bales at bale weight of approximately 44lbs (20kg) or above. The material feeding process can be done either in a manual way or through an automatic conveyor to maximize your output and efficiency.

CARDBOARD BALER / MILL SIZE BALER

HEAVY DUTY BAGGING BALER / HAYLAGE BALER

  • Primarily for loose and small material
  • Bale size: 700 x 400 x 300mm
  • Bale wt.: 20 to 40kg (wood shavings)
  • 4 different models and sizes

Recommended Vertical Bagging Balers for Peanut Shell / Hull

If you have limited operating space, this vertical rice husk baler machine would be suitable for you because the compressing cylinder of this baler machine runs vertical orientation. The small footprint occupies you less space.

CARDBOARD BALER / MILL SIZE BALER

VERTICAL BAGGING BALER / ANIMAL BEDDING BALER

  • Primarily for loose and small material
  • Bale size: 600 x 450 x 400mm
  • Bale wt.: 20 to 35kg (wood shavings)
  • 2 different models and sizes

Recommended Weighing Scale Bagging Balers for Peanut Shell / Hull

This bagging baler series is suitable to make small bales and it has an integrated scale (hopper) in the baler to weigh the material first. After that the machine will compress the materials into a bale and push it into a plastic bag or woven bag. The operator then seals the bag in the end. If your peanut shell volume is small and want to make small bales, then this bagging baler would be a good choice.

CARDBOARD BALER / MILL SIZE BALER

WEIGHING SCALE BAGGING BALER / RAG BALER

  • Primarily for loose and small material
  • Bale size: 16” x 12” x 4” to 24” x 18” 10”
  • Bale wt.: 11lbs to 55lbs (rag)
  • 5 different models and sizes

Peanut Shell Baler Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Peanut Shell Baler?

A peanut shell baler is a specialized recycling machine designed to compress and bag peanut shells, a by-product of peanut processing. It is a compression bagging press. This machine helps in efficiently managing and recycling peanut shells.

Can You Compost Peanut Shells?

Yes, peanut shells can be made into compost. Because peanut shells contain crude protein, carbohydrate, amino acid, they are good material for composting and the peanut shells compost can promote the plant growth. But when making peanut shells compost, you need to mix them with other organic substances evenly, for example, mix them with soil, then put them in the sun and cover with a film, then wait until it is fully decomposed. The thoroughly decomposed peanut shells are soft and bond well with soil.

Why Should Businesses Use Peanut Shell Bagging Balers?

If your business generates a lot of peanut shells, this baler is a must-have piece of equipment as it helps you in reducing the volume of peanut shell waste, facilitating easier handling, storage, and transportation. They also aid in creating an environmentally friendly solution by preparing the shells for recycling or reuse.

How Does a Peanut Shell Baling Press Work?

The baler compresses peanut shells into a compact cubic form and then bags them. This process typically involves feeding the shells into the machine, where they are compacted under pressure and then automatically or manually bagged.

What Are the Types of Peanut Shell Bagging Balers?

Peanut shell bagging balers come in different sizes and capacities, mainly categorized into vertical and horizontal models. Vertical bagging balers are more compact and suitable for confined spaces, while horizontal bagging balers are better for high-volume processing.

Can Peanut Shell Compression Bagger Handle Other Types of Agricultural Waste?

Peanut shell compression baggers are versatile and can handle various types of agricultural waste as long as the materials are in small pieces and need to be bagged such as bagasse, leaves, grass, etc.

What Should Be Considered When Selecting a Groundnut Shell Baler?

Consider factors such as the volume of groundnut shells you need to process, the available space for the machine, your budget, and the specific requirements of your recycling or disposal process.

How Much Space is Required for a Peanut Shell Bagging Baler?

The space requirement depends on the size and type of the baler. Vertical balers require less floor space, while horizontal balers, being larger in width, need more space for operation and maintenance.

What Are the Safety Precautions for Operating a Peanut Shell Bagger?

Ensure that operators are trained in safe handling and operation of the baler. Regular maintenance checks are essential to prevent accidents, and safety features like emergency stop buttons should be easily accessible.

How Cost-Effective are Peanut Shell Balers?

Peanut shell balers can be cost-effective by reducing waste management costs and potentially creating an additional revenue stream if the baled shells are sold for recycling or other uses.

Can the Baled Peanut Shells be Recycled?

Yes, baled peanut shells can be used in various applications, such as biofuel, compost, animal bedding, and even in the production of particleboard or as a soil amendment in agriculture.

What Maintenance is Required for These Balers?

Regular maintenance includes checking hydraulic systems, ensuring the baler's mechanisms are clean and free of debris, and lubricating moving parts.

Do Peanut Shell Bagging Balers Require Special Training to Operate?

Operators should receive training on the specific model of baler they are using, covering operational techniques, safety protocols, and basic troubleshooting.

Are There Environmental Benefits to Using Groundnut Shell Balers?

Using this baler supports environmental sustainability by promoting the recycling and reuse of agricultural waste, thus reducing the ecological footprint of peanut processing activities.