Kaas Briketfabrik, established in 1925 in Lundergårds Mose near Pandrup, Denmark, was an industrial facility dedicated to producing hard-pressed peat briquettes. The initiative was led by Ib Nyeboe, who aimed to create briquettes that were more cost-effective to transport over long distances.
Initially, the factory faced financial difficulties, leading to Nyeboe's bankruptcy in 1931. Subsequently, the state intervened by injecting new capital and appointing Johannes Jørgensen, the former operations engineer, as director. On June 1, 1933, a significant explosion occurred at the factory, resulting in the loss of two workers. Despite this setback, a modernized facility incorporating the latest technology was completed by November 1, 1933. After overcoming initial challenges, the factory developed an efficient production method.
During World War II, Kaas Briketfabrik reached peak production, employing over 600 individuals. However, by April 1966, the factory ceased operations due to a shift towards alternative fuel sources and the depletion of local peat resources. Today, the factory stands abandoned and in a state of decay.
The history of Kaas Briketfabrik is closely linked to the 200-hectare peat extraction area surrounding the facility, from which peat was transported to the production site via tracks laid through the landscape.
