Horizontal Carbonization Furnace Successfully Exported to Colombia
In March 2026, Shuliy Machinery successfully shipped a complete rice husk charcoal production line to Colombia. The delivery included one SL-1000 horizontal carbonization furnace and one SL-50 biomass briquette press. A food processing plant located in the Cauca Valley region purchased this charcoal manufacturing equipment to solve a growing agricultural waste problem. Instead of paying for disposal, the client now converts rice husk residue into a sellable product using modern biomass pyrolysis technology, turning waste into a steady revenue stream.
Client Background
The end-user is a medium-sized food processing facility based in southwestern Colombia. Their grain handling and milling operations generate several tons of rice husk residue every month. Previously, this biomass waste was either sent to landfill or openly burned, creating environmental and air-quality concerns while returning zero economic value. Seeking a cleaner and more profitable alternative, the company began exploring biomass carbonization as a way to transform refuse into a marketable fuel.
Client Needs & Challenges
The client needed a complete charcoal production solution capable of handling loose rice husks with minimal pre-treatment. Because they had no prior experience in charcoal manufacturing, they required equipment that was straightforward to operate and maintain. They also wanted a supplier who could offer reliable guidance on installation, commissioning, and long-term spare parts availability. Energy efficiency, safe operation, consistent output quality, and strong after-sales support were critical factors in their decision to invest in a carbonization furnace.
The Shuliy Solution
Shuliy Machinery proposed an integrated two-stage system tailored to the client’s raw material. First, the SL-50 briquette maker compresses raw rice husks into dense, uniform rods, improving feeding efficiency inside the furnace. Second, the SL-1000 horizontal carbonization furnace carbonizes these briquettes under oxygen-limited conditions at high temperatures. This controlled biomass pyrolysis process produces high fixed-carbon charcoal with low ash content, ideal for local barbecue and heating markets. The entire line was engineered for Colombian industrial standards, operating on a three-phase 380V, 50Hz power supply.
Technical Specifications
SL-50 Sawdust Briquette Machine
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | SL-50 |
| Power | 18.5 kW |
| Capacity | 250–300 kg per hour |
| Dimensions | 1.63 × 0.64 × 1.64 m |
| Weight | 630 kg |
| Power Supply | Three-phase, 380V, 50Hz |
| Standard Accessories | Heating coil, screw propeller, forming mold, wear-resistant welding rods, heating elements, and spare heating coil |
SL-1000 Horizontal Carbonization Furnace
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | SL-1000 |
| Internal Dimensions | 1.5 × 3 m |
| Volume | 5.07 m³ |
| Capacity | 600–650 kg of charcoal per batch |
| Carbonization Time | 8–10 hours per cycle |
| Overall Dimensions | 3.3 × 1.7 × 2.1 m |
| Weight | 1,800 kg |
| Optional | Condensate vapor recovery system can be added |
After-Sales Service
Shuliy Machinery provides comprehensive after-sales support for every charcoal furnace export. For this Colombian project, our service package included detailed installation manuals, video-guided assembly instructions, and one-on-one remote commissioning support. We supplied a full set of wear parts for the briquette unit to prevent production delays during the initial run-in period. Our technical team remains available for troubleshooting, operational consultation, maintenance planning, and replacement part orders, ensuring the biomass carbonization unit runs smoothly year after year.
Partnership with Shuliy
The cooperation began when the client contacted Shuliy while searching for a reliable rice husk charcoal machine suitable for the South American market. Our sales engineers responded within 24 hours, discussing feedstock characteristics, target daily output, workshop layout, and local electrical conditions. Transparent communication, factory video tours, and customized equipment arrangement drawings helped build trust. The client appreciated that Shuliy did not simply offer a standard unit, but tailored the entire charcoal production line to their specific waste volume, budget, and business goals.
Project Outcome & Future Outlook
Since commissioning, the installed horizontal carbonization furnace has enabled the client to process regular batches of rice husk briquettes, yielding 600–650 kg of premium charcoal every 8–10 hours. The finished product is packaged and sold to local restaurants, barbecue suppliers, and agricultural markets, creating a brand-new income channel for the food processor. This project demonstrates how investing in the right charcoal manufacturing equipment can turn agricultural waste into a sustainable and profitable business. Encouraged by these strong results, the client is already discussing plans to expand their biomass pyrolysis operations with Shuliy Machinery in the near future.
