The Virtual Tour
Wodden Pellets
What is Funel's Virtual Tour?
The digital tour of Wooden Pellets Production. Funel Cold Solution: Our innovative virtual demo showcases Wooden Pellets, the eco-friendly and efficient solution for winter heating. We understand how the winters in Kashmir can be freezing cold. That’s why we’ve come up with something special – Funel Cold Solution. We’ve designed this virtual demo to showcase the power of Wooden Pellets – an eco-friendly, sustainable way to keep your home warm and cozy when temperatures drop.
Life in Kashmir during the winter
Winters
Life in Kashmir during the winter is a blend of tradition and resilience. The locals have perfected the art of staying warm, whether it’s through Pherans (traditional woolen cloaks), the use of Kangris (small firepots carried for personal warmth), or heating their homes with eco-friendly wooden pellets.
Kashmiri Kangri during winters
Family Time
Families come together to enjoy the warmth of a Kangri or sit around a Bukhari, sharing stories, laughter, and cups of hot Kahwa. The crackling sound of wood burning, the comforting heat, and the joy of being with loved ones—this is what makes the cold feel less biting and the days feel fuller.
The only warm place in house
Hamam
The Kashmiri Hamam is a room with a stone floor beneath which large slabs of stone are heated using firewood. The heat radiates upward, warming the entire room, creating a cozy refuge from the biting chill outside. This ingenious method of heating, passed down through generations, is an integral part of life in Kashmir.
Winter soon!
The Mighty Himalayas
Kashmir lies at a high altitude, surrounded by the towering Himalayas. The higher the altitude, the colder the temperature. The valley sits at around 1,500 to 5,000 meters above sea level, which naturally results in cooler conditions compared to lower-lying areas.
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Long Winter Season
The winter season in Kashmir can last from November to March, with the most intense cold felt during the period known as Chillai Kalan, a 40-day stretch from late December to January where temperatures can drop to sub-zero levels, and heavy snowfall is common.
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Lack of Maritime Influence
Unlike coastal regions, Kashmir is landlocked and far from the moderating influence of oceans. This means there is no large body of water nearby to buffer the cold, making winters much harsher.
Let's Find the Raw Material
Wood pellets are a sustainable and efficient fuel source, created through a series of steps that transform raw biomass into compact, energy-dense pellets. Here’s a breakdown of the key stages involved in wood pellet production:
The first step is gathering raw materials, which typically include wood chips, sawdust, or other forestry by-products. These materials are often sourced from sawmills or as leftovers from the lumber industry. The quality of the raw material is crucial for producing high-quality pellets.
Raw Material Source Location
Production Facility
Raw Wood
Biomass from Trees
Wood Pellets Production
Grinding
Once collected, the raw materials are fed into a hammer mill where they are ground into fine particles. This step ensures a uniform consistency, which is important for the pelletizing process. The smaller particle size also improves the density and durability of the pellets.
Raw Material
Truck Type
Sopore To Baramulla
Wood Pellets
Transportation
Sopore, Kashmir
Baramulla factory
Pellet Factory
Screening Machine
Cooling System
Hammer Mill
Raw Material
Biomass Input Raw Wood
Rotary Drum Dryer
Wood Pellets
Production
Wood pellet production involves collecting raw biomass, grinding it into fine particles, drying the material, and compressing it through a pellet mill to form compact pellets. The pellets are then cooled, screened for quality, and packaged for use as an efficient, eco-friendly fuel source.
Truck Type
Payload Weight
Fuel Type
Wood Pellets
Transportation
Baramulla Factory
Srinagar Outlets
Factory Usage
Logistics
Dealers Warehouse
Let's warm our houses
Funel Data Enginge
Distribution Stage
Once the wood pellets are produced, cooled, and screened for quality, they are ready for the final stage: distribution and retail. The finished pellets are typically packaged in bulk bags or smaller, easy-to-handle retail bags and dispatched to them.
Wood Pellets
Raw Material
Sourcing raw materials often involves partnerships with sawmills, timber operations, or agricultural producers. In many cases, wood pellet manufacturers enter into long-term contracts with these suppliers to ensure a steady and reliable supply of material. This allows manufacturers to maintain consistent pellet quality and production volumes throughout the year.
Important Points
Biomass Source Location
Biomass Type
Size and Consistency
Moisture Content
Transportation
Sopore, Kashmir
Baramulla Factory
Data points collected
Payload Weight
Truck Type
Fuel Type
Production
Wood pellet production involves collecting raw biomass, grinding it into fine particles, drying the material, and compressing it through a pellet mill to form compact pellets. The pellets are then cooled, screened for quality, and packaged for use as an efficient, eco-friendly fuel source.
General information
Uniform Particle Size
Material Breakdown
Drying
Pelletizing
Moisture
Cooling
Biomass Input Type
Transportation
Baramulla Factory
Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir
General information
Truck Type
Payload Weight
Moisture Protection
Distribution Stage
Once the wood pellets are produced, cooled, and screened for quality, they are ready for the final stage: distribution and retail. The finished pellets are typically packaged in bulk bags or smaller, easy-to-handle retail bags and dispatched to them.
General information
Temperature Regulation
Ventilation
Moisture Control
Fire Safety Measures
Wood pellets: The Future of Kashmir
Wood pellets have a higher energy density compared to firewood. This means they generate more heat per unit of volume, making them more efficient at producing warmth. Pellets also burn more completely, leaving behind less ash, and require less frequent refueling.
Increased Heat Output Wood pellets have a higher energy density than traditional firewood, which means they release more heat per unit of volume. This makes them a highly efficient fuel choice for heating, as they generate more warmth with less material.
Cleaner Burning Process
Unlike firewood, wood pellets are designed to burn more completely. This efficient combustion reduces the amount of unburned material and minimizes the buildup of creosote, making pellet stoves a safer and more eco-friendly heating option.
Pellets are often made from waste materials like sawdust and wood shavings, repurposing by-products of the lumber industry that might otherwise go to waste. Additionally, wood pellets produce fewer emissions and a cleaner burn compared to traditional wood.
Minimal Ash Residue Wood pellets burn more thoroughly, they produce far less ash compared to firewood. This makes pellet stoves easier to maintain, as they require less frequent cleaning, reducing the hassle for homeowners.
Reduced Air Pollution Compared to firewood, wood pellets produce less smoke, particulate matter, and pollutants when burned. This results in cleaner air and a decrease in harmful emissions, contributing to improved air quality and environmental health.
Pellet stoves and boilers can be automated, allowing for more convenient temperature control. Many systems can be programmed to feed pellets into the stove automatically, eliminating the need for constant manual reloading, which is required with firewood.
Automatic Pellet Feeding Many pellet heating systems are equipped with automated feeders, which supply pellets to the stove or boiler as needed. This automation eliminates the frequent manual reloading required with traditional firewood, making pellet stoves more user-friendly.
Automated Temperature Control Pellet stoves and boilers can be set to automatically adjust the temperature, allowing for a consistent and comfortable indoor climate without manual adjustments.
Perfect for Kashmir’s Chilling Cold
