By optimising logistics (e.g. handling and
delivery), you can keep costs to a minimum.
Handling
The more frequently you have to handle a raw material, the
higher costs (e.g. staff, transport) will be. So, think about which
elements of the supply chain you
need.
Because of its density, roundwood is more economical to
transport than wood chip.
Delivery
There are a variety of methods for delivering wood fuel -
see Biomass Energy Centre website for some transport options.
Wood fuel can be delivered as loose logs, logs in net bags, loose
chips or bulk bags of chips; pellets in plastic sacks or in bulk
loads.
How woodfuel is transported from supplier to end user will
depend on: quantity, intended customer, vehicle access to fuel
store and distance to be travelled.
Delivery may also depend on the customers storage facilities.
For example, a hopper may need a high-lift tipper or a bulk bag
lifted by crane.