how to compost sawdust

We have a woodshop and want to compost some of our dust. We produce quite a bit in a short time, so building a pile of layers of dust and then table scraps or yard cuttings is not likely to happen. Is there anyway to speed up the process?

http://www.ianrpubs.unl.edu/epublic/pages/publicationD.jsp?publicationId=526

"Sawdust may be added in moderate amounts if additional nitrogen is added. Approximately 1 pound of actual nitrogen (6 cups of ammonium nitrate) is required for 100 pounds of dry sawdust. "

Michelle in Michigan

Thanks for answering MsKatt, but my chemistry is sorely lacking. How much nitrogen is in dried leaves? We do have a fairly good source of those atleast, but it's going to take a lot to balance all the dust. We have 2 bins already. We may have to make another so we can do layers. I've heard molasses can help speed things up. Do you know how that works? Thanks for your answer.

http://www.compostguide.com/using_leaves_for_composting.html

I think manure has a higher nitrogen content than leaves.

http://compost.css.cornell.edu/calc/fertnit.html

I am by far no expert, but hopefully that will help point you in the right direction.

Michelle in Michigan

Wow, that sure was a wealth of info. I bookmarked several of those pages. I have never read such a clear concise explanation of the science of composting. It reminded me that I do have a good source of manure that I had forgotten about. All I have to do is get myself over there to shovel it up.:) thanks very much.:)