Decision Guide
Production Line Selection Guide
Match your annual output target, floor space, and budget to the right production line configuration.
| Criteria | Semi-Auto (Entry) | Semi-Auto (Standard) | Fully Automatic |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual Output | 30,000-80,000 | 80,000-200,000 | 200,000-500,000+ |
| Press Config | 1× EMP-500T | 1× EMP-800T/1000T | 2-4× EMP-1000T |
| Floor Space | 600 m² | 1,000 m² | 1,500+ m² |
| Ceiling Height | 6m+ | 6m+ | 6m+ |
| Power | ~150 kW | ~250 kW | ~400 kW |
| Operators/Shift | 5 | 4 | 3 |
| Material Handling | Manual feed | Semi-automated | Robotic feed |
| Payback Period | 12-18 months | 14-20 months | 18-24 months |
| Best For | First-time buyers, sawmills | Mid-volume exporters | High-volume, industrial scale |
💡 Start Semi-Auto, Scale Later
70%+ of our clients start with a semi-auto line. When demand grows, adding a second press to the existing front-end is straightforward — the crusher, dryer, and mixer are already sized for growth.
⚠️ Don’t Undersize The Dryer
The most common mistake: choosing a dryer that matches the press but not the raw material moisture level. If your sawdust arrives at 50%+ MC, the dryer needs 30-50% more capacity than standard sizing suggests.
Not Sure Which Configuration Fits?
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