In present times, there is an emphasis on facilitating energy generation from renewable sources. The energy generated in this manner is considered green with low environmental impact. One of the sources of renewable energy is biomass. The term biomass refers to all kinds of natural (organic) materials like sawdust, which can be processed to generate energy. In practice, the majority of the biomass is processed before it can be utilized. This process usually entails compaction to form pellet or briquette. It calls for utilizing briquetting machines with sufficient efficiency. The article presents the results of experimental research on the process of sawdust compaction in a screw briquetting machine. During compaction, the values of moment on the screw were recorded. These data will be used in the design of more efficient briquetting machines.