Characteristics of Forest-Derived Woody Biomass Collected and Processed in Oregon

ABSTRACT We present a summary of the characteristics of 55 samples of processed forest biomass residues randomly collected from 34 sites in Oregon. Our purpose is to illustrate the wide diversity of field-processed grindings and chips that are currently being produced to inform managers of the poten...

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Published inForest products journal Vol. 62; no. 7-8; pp. 520 - 527
Main Authors Smith, David, Sessions, John, Tuers, Kevin, Way, Daniel, Traver, Jeff
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published Madison Forest Products Society 01.08.2012
Subjects
Analysis
Biodiesel fuels
Biofuels
Biomass
Biomass energy
Central business districts
Cost control
Energy industry
Forest products
Forests
Moisture content
Particle size
Quality standards
Raw materials
Renewable resources
School districts
Studies
Woody plants
Oregon
United States > US
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Summary:ABSTRACT We present a summary of the characteristics of 55 samples of processed forest biomass residues randomly collected from 34 sites in Oregon. Our purpose is to illustrate the wide diversity of field-processed grindings and chips that are currently being produced to inform managers of the potential variability in existing biomass sources. The samples vary widely with respect to moisture content, particle size distribution, species mix, and ash content. We discuss the value of residue classification for downstream processing. The primary use of forest residues is currently for combustion, but stratification of forest residues provides opportunities to create value-added products, provide rural employment, and increase transportation efficiency.
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ISSN:0015-7473
2376-9637
DOI:10.13073/FPJ-D-12-00014.1