Rancang Bangun Alat Pencetak Briket Bentuk Silinder

Abstract

The great number of chemical fertilizer used on crops can cause environmental impacts, such as damage to soil structure. Organic materials in compost can replace the role of chemical fertilizers and can improve the chemical and biological condition of soil. To be efficient and effective, the compost should be in the form of pellets. Discharge of nutrients in the pellet is longer than those in chemical fertilizer so that no refertilization is needed. The pellet was formed by using pellet molding equipment. The aim of this research was to design and to make the equipment. Pellet compost was formed by pressing. The capacity of the equipment was 32,78 kg/hour, with a 12,4 % failure.