Shri Balaji Biomass Solutions
FAQ · Biomass Pellet Plants in India

Every question we get, answered with real specs.

Cost, ROI, motor sizes, subsidy schemes, HSN codes, paddy-straw economics — every answer below leads with a one-sentence TL;DR and backs it with published spec data from pelletmachine.in or the IndiaMART listing.

01 · Cost, pricing & ROI

Cost, pricing & ROI.

How much does a biomass pellet plant cost in India?

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A complete biomass pellet plant in India typically requires capital outlay across eight major machines: an 8th-Generation Centrifugal Pellet Machine, a hammer mill, a flash dryer, an APCD pulse-jet bag filter, a horizontal pellet cooler, a magnetic separator, an infeed chain conveyor and an industrial air compressor. Pelletmachine.in publishes specifications for all eight; ex-stock pricing for individual items like the 200 kW hammer mill (₹35,00,000 per piece) and the Yulong-pattern pellet mill ring die (₹1,00,000 per piece, MOQ 5) is available on our IndiaMART listing. Turnkey plant pricing is quoted on application by D Sharma, Proprietor, at +91 95010 05435 or balajibiomass28@gmail.com.

What is the price of a biomass pellet machine in Punjab?

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Shri Balaji Biomass Solutions manufactures the 8th-Generation Centrifugal Pellet Machine — a 160 kW, 3-phase 380V, ring-die press with 1,500–2,000 kg/h (1.5–2 TPH) output. The 200 kW Yulong-pattern hammer mill on our IndiaMART catalogue is published at ₹35,00,000 per piece. For 8th-Gen pellet machine pricing, contact the Sardulgarh factory at +91 95010 05435 — D Sharma quotes directly, with average RFQ response of 4 hours 12 minutes during business hours.

What is the ROI on a biomass pellet plant?

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ROI depends on three variables: feedstock cost (paddy straw is typically ₹2–4 per kg at field edge in Punjab), pellet selling price (₹6–11 per kg depending on calorific grade), and plant utilisation (target ≥85% on a continuous-duty 8th-Gen line). Pelletmachine.in cites operator earnings potential of ₹8–10 lakh per month at typical Punjab feedstock costs and pellet prices. Actual payback varies by plant size, electricity tariff and offtake contract — we'll model your specific case if you share feedstock specs and capacity target.

What is the cost of a 1 TPH biomass pellet plant?

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A 1 TPH (one tonne per hour) plant typically runs a single 8th-Gen Centrifugal Pellet Machine at the lower end of its 1.5–2 TPH band, paired with one hammer mill (5 TPH spare capacity), one flash dryer (5 TPH), an APCD pulse-jet filter, a horizontal pellet cooler and an infeed conveyor. The pellet press alone is ~160 kW; total connected load typically ~380 kW. Component-level pricing is published on our IndiaMART listing; full plant quotation by direct request to D Sharma, Proprietor.

Is there a subsidy for biomass pellet plants in India?

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Yes — multiple schemes apply depending on plant size and state. At the central level, the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and CPCB have published financial-support frameworks for paddy-straw pelletisation and torrefaction plants. Punjab specifically targeted 5.96 Mt of paddy straw for off-site industrial/energy use in 2024, with state and central co-funding mechanisms. Shri Balaji Biomass Solutions does not file your subsidy claim, but our spec sheets and HSN coverage (84799090, 84371000, 44013100) are formatted for direct attachment to scheme applications.

What is the GST rate on a biomass pellet machine in India?

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Biomass pellet machines and parts ship under multiple HSN codes — primarily 84799090 (machinery and mechanical appliances with individual functions, parts and others), 84371000 (machines for cleaning/sorting/grading seed and grain), and 84194010 (machinery for treatment of materials by change of temperature). GST rates vary by HSN head and are subject to GST Council updates; confirm the rate applicable to your specific item with your CA. Shri Balaji Biomass Solutions is GST-registered under state code 03 (Punjab) since July 2024.

02 · Machine specifications

Machine specifications.

What are the specifications of the 8th-Generation Centrifugal Pellet Machine?

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The 8th-Generation Centrifugal Pellet Machine is a 160 kW industrial pellet press with: output 1,500–2,000 kg/h (1.5–2 TPH), supply 3-phase 380V 50Hz 10kV, working pressure 5–7 kg/cm², ring-die module, three-stage gear deceleration with integrated lubricating-cooling, overall dimensions 2,600 × 1,300 × 2,300 mm, CE and ISO certified. It processes paddy straw, mustard straw, rice husk, wood sawdust and cotton stalks. Specifications verbatim from pelletmachine.in/project/pellet-machine/.

What is the difference between a centrifugal pellet machine and a flat-die pellet machine?

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A centrifugal pellet machine uses a ring-die module — the die is a cylindrical ring with extrusion channels around its circumference, and rollers press feedstock through those channels by centrifugal action. The 8th-Generation Centrifugal Pellet Machine from Shri Balaji is a ring-die press with three-stage gear deceleration, designed for continuous-duty industrial output of 1,500–2,000 kg/h. A flat-die machine uses a horizontal disc with vertical channels — generally simpler, lower-throughput, and more common in small/farm-scale machines. Ring-die machines dominate industrial-grade biomass pelletisation because of their higher throughput and pellet-density consistency.

What is the motor size of a biomass hammer mill?

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The Biomass Hammer Mill from Shri Balaji Biomass Solutions is a 173 kW, 440V electric machine rated for 5 TPH continuous capacity. The IndiaMART listing carries an alternate 200 kW Yulong-pattern variant at ₹35,00,000 per piece with 3.5 TPH capacity. Hammer-mill motor sizing depends on feedstock hardness (sawdust vs paddy straw vs rice husk) and required output particle size; we'll size for your specific feedstock when you share moisture content and feedstock mix.

What is an APCD in a biomass pellet plant?

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APCD stands for Air Pollution Control Device — in a biomass pellet plant, the APCD captures dust and particulates generated during grinding, drying and pelletising before they reach the stack. Shri Balaji Biomass Solutions' APCD is a Pulse-Jet Bag Filter, dimensioned 4,126 × 2,360 × 3,625 mm, MS heavy-gauge construction, with automatic pulse-cleaning. It is designed for CPCB (Central Pollution Control Board) ambient air-quality norms.

What is a flash dryer in a biomass pellet plant?

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A flash dryer reduces moisture content of ground biomass (after hammer-mill grinding) before pelletising. Our Biomass Flash Dryer is a 40 kW, 5 TPH machine with a square-tube furnace frame; it handles inlet moisture up to 25% and delivers pelletising-ready feedstock. Bearings are SKF/NBC/NTN spec; control instrumentation uses Siemens/Crompton/ABB. Moisture below ~12% at the press inlet is what gives a dense, low-fines pellet output.

What is the calorific value of biomass pellets vs coal?

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Well-formed paddy-straw biomass pellets typically deliver around 4,000–4,500 kcal/kg, comparable to low-grade Indian coal but with materially lower sulphur and ash. The exact figure depends on feedstock (paddy straw vs sawdust vs husk), pellet density (which our 8th-Gen press optimises via 5–7 kg/cm² working pressure), and residual moisture at the press output. Compared to loose biomass, pellets occupy a fraction of the volume — which is the entire economic argument for pelletising before transport.

03 · Feedstock & process

Feedstock & process.

What feedstock can the 8th-Generation pellet machine handle?

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The 8th-Generation Centrifugal Pellet Machine processes paddy straw, mustard straw, rice husk, wood sawdust, grass, cotton stalks and other agricultural residues — verbatim from the pelletmachine.in datasheet. The same die module handles all five primary Punjab/IGP feedstocks; the only field-side decision is what's available this season. Critical inlet parameters are moisture (≤12% after flash drying) and particle size (set by the hammer-mill screen).

How does the biomass pelletisation process work?

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Pelletisation is a three-step process: (1) Collection — agricultural residue is gathered at the field edge or via aggregator trucks. (2) Pre-processing — drying (flash dryer reduces moisture from up to 25% to ~12%) and grinding (hammer mill produces uniform particle size). (3) Pelletisation — the ground biomass is forced through a ring die under 5–7 kg/cm² working pressure and high temperature, forming dense cylindrical pellets that cool in a horizontal counter-flow cooler before bagging.

How much paddy straw can be turned into pellets?

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Punjab will generate ~19.52 million tonnes of paddy straw in 2024 (state estimate to NGT). Of this, ~5.96 Mt is earmarked for off-site industrial/energy use — the volume our pellet machines are sized to consume. A single 8th-Gen Centrifugal Pellet Machine processes 1.5–2 TPH; a 5 TPH plant (one hammer mill + dryer line) consumes ~40 tonnes per day at full utilisation, or ~13,000 tonnes per year at 80% utilisation.

What is the moisture content needed for pelletising?

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Input moisture to the pellet press should be ~10–12%. Our Biomass Flash Dryer accepts feedstock with up to 25% moisture and reduces it to pelletising-ready levels in a single thermal pass. Drying below ~8% causes brittle pellets; above ~14% causes incomplete pellet formation and a high fines fraction. Operator monitoring of moisture (via in-line probes or hand-held meters) is the single highest-impact discipline in pellet-plant operations.

04 · Punjab, stubble burning & policy

Punjab, stubble burning & policy.

What is the solution to paddy stubble burning in Punjab?

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Pelletisation is one of the central off-site solutions in Punjab's residue-management framework. The state told the NGT in 2024 that it would manage all ~20 Mt of paddy straw — 12.7 Mt on-field (mulching, in-situ decomposition) and 5.96 Mt off-site (industrial energy, biomass plants, brick kilns). Our 8th-Gen pellet line is sized to consume the off-site share. Pelletising converts what would otherwise be burnt residue into a 4,000+ kcal/kg pellet fuel that displaces coal in boilers.

How much PM2.5 in Delhi comes from stubble burning?

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Up to 58% of Delhi winter PM2.5 is attributed to stubble burning in Punjab and Haryana, per CEEW and CPCB source-attribution studies. CPCB deployed 26 monitoring teams across 16 Punjab and 10 Haryana districts during the October–November 2024 burning window. Every tonne of paddy straw pelletised — and combusted in a permitted boiler with proper APCD — is a tonne that doesn't enter the IGP smoke column.

Where can I install a biomass pellet plant in Punjab?

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Sardulgarh (Mansa district) sits in the middle of Punjab paddy country and is ideally placed for feedstock collection. Mansa, Bathinda, Patiala, Ludhiana, Sangrur, Faridkot and Barnala are the highest-volume paddy districts. Our existing customer references span Mansa (Rajveer Singh Dhillon, Farm Owner), Bathinda (Harpreet Kaur Brar, Agricultural Business Owner) and Patiala (Gurvinder Singh Randhawa, Rice Mill Owner) — three real, named Punjab operators currently using SBB equipment.

05 · Operations, parts & maintenance

Operations, parts & maintenance.

How long does a pellet mill ring die last?

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Ring die life depends primarily on feedstock abrasiveness (paddy-straw silica is harder on dies than sawdust), pellet-mill operating pressure, and lubrication discipline. We stock the Yulong-pattern Pellet Mill Ring Die ex-stock at Sardulgarh (₹1,00,000 per piece, MOQ 5) so replacement is same-week. Independent metallurgy and surface-hardening choices vary by manufacturer; we'll spec a die for your feedstock if you share a sample.

What spare parts are needed for a pellet plant?

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Common wear parts include: pellet mill ring dies (Yulong-pattern), roller shells, hammer-mill hammers and screens, mechanical seals (silicone rotary joint, pump head, roller oil), bearings (NTN/FAG/NSK/SKF/Nachi for various stations), shafts, roller plates, spacers, bolts (SS Allen, U-bolt, banjo, pull), pipes (grease, oil), grease pumps (5 Kg automatic, piston), marine-grade SKF grease (20 kg), and hand tools (hydraulic bearing puller, quick-release ratchet handle). Our 38-SKU catalogue covers every common station.

Are SKF/NTN/FAG bearings available for biomass pellet plants?

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Yes — Shri Balaji Biomass Solutions is a verified IndiaMART seller carrying NTN, FAG, NSK, SKF and Nachi bearings ex-stock at Sardulgarh. Current catalogue includes NTN 6908ZZ and 6907 Deep Groove, NTN 32024XU Tapered Roller, FAG 33024 Tapered Roller, NSK 6907 and 6908ZZ Deep Groove, Nachi 6907ZZE Deep Groove and SKF 315933 Cylindrical Roller — pricing and MOQ on our spare-parts catalogue. WhatsApp +91 95010 05435 with a photo for OEM-equivalent identification.

How fast does Shri Balaji Biomass Solutions respond to RFQs?

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Average RFQ response across the last 100 quotes is 4 hours 12 minutes during business hours. The proprietor (D Sharma) handles every quote personally — there is no call centre, no PR agency, no sales team. WhatsApp the part photo, machine spec or feedstock detail to +91 95010 05435 for fastest turnaround.

06 · About the company

About the company.

Who is Shri Balaji Biomass Solutions?

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Shri Balaji Biomass Solutions is a Sardulgarh-based proprietorship led by D Sharma, manufacturing biomass pellet machinery (8th-Generation Centrifugal Pellet Machine and complete pellet plants) for the Punjab and pan-Indian agricultural-residue economy. The company is GST-registered under Punjab state code 03 since July 2024, with the trader-distribution arm operating a 38-SKU spare-parts catalogue on IndiaMART. Annual turnover band declared on IndiaMART: ₹1.5–5 Cr.

Is Shri Balaji Biomass Solutions CE certified?

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Yes — the 8th-Generation Centrifugal Pellet Machine carries both CE and ISO certifications, declared on the pelletmachine.in product datasheet. The full machinery line operates under these certifications. Scope letters and certificate numbers are available on request from the proprietor.

Where is Shri Balaji Biomass Solutions located?

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Factory: Sardulgarh, Distt. Mansa, Punjab — 151507, India. Phone: +91 95010 05435 (English and Punjabi). Email: balajibiomass28@gmail.com. The factory is open Monday–Saturday, 09:00–18:00 IST. Visitors are welcome with 48 hours' notice.

Does Shri Balaji Biomass Solutions ship outside Punjab?

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Yes. The trader-distribution arm ships pan-India under HSN heads 84799090, 84194010, 84371000 and 44013100. Logistics for full machinery sets are quoted with the unit; spare parts ship via standard courier on receipt of purchase order.

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