Frequently asked questions
| What is the moisture content of sawdust compared to bark? | |
Sawdust has a moisture content of 50–55%, which is slightly lower than that of bark. | |
| What are the uses of sawdust? | |
Sawdust is used for combustion in heating and combined heat and power plants, as well as by pellet manufacturers and the board industry. | |
| What certification does Södra offer for sawdust? | |
We offer FSC-certified sawdust at an additional cost. | |
| You also sell wood chips – how do they differ from sawdust? | |
Wood chips share the same properties as sawdust but come in a larger fraction. At several of the company’s sawmills, they are separated from the sawdust. |
Biofuel for Industry
Why choose sawdust from Södra?
Sawdust from Södra is an excellent biofuel for heating plants and industrial use, thanks to its high energy content (0.67 MWh/m³s) and low ash content (0.4%). With a moisture content of 50–55%, it is highly efficient for combustion.
Södra offers FSC®-certified sawdust, ensuring sustainability and quality directly from family-owned forests. Sawdust can be used directly for combustion or further processed into products such as pellets, making it a versatile and reliable energy source.
Good to know
Facts about our sawdust
- Sawdust has a moisture content of 50–55%, which is slightly lower than that of bark.
- It is used for combustion in heating and combined heat and power plants, as well as by pellet manufacturers and the board industry.
- Södra offers FSC®-certified sawdust at an additional cost.
- At several of Södra’s sawmills, wood chips are separated from the sawdust. These chips have the same properties as sawdust but come in a larger fraction, which is why they are sorted out.
- Sawdust has an energy content of 0.67 MWh/m³s and an ash content of 0.4%.
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