Biomass pyrolysis plant convert various biomass into valuable eco-friendly biochar. It is a sustainable solution for biomass waste reduction and recovery. With biochar’s potential in carbon removal and alternative fuels, more investors are recognizing the investment opportunities. If you have abundant biomass resources, now seize the perfect time to invest in a profitable Beston biomass pyrolysis machine!
Compare Biomass Disposal Methods: Why Pyrolysis is Better？
Biomass Pyrolysis – Advantages
- Most eco-friendly solution: carbon removal, minimal greenhouse gas emission Large-scale biomass recycling
- High resource utilization: turn biomass into long-term beneficial biochar Self-sustained energy system due to syngas recycling
Composting – Limitations
- Methane production
- Long processing time, limited production scale
- Large space requirements
Biofuel Production – Limitations
- Limited application, mainly for heating and power generation.
- Gasification: More technical complexity
- Pelletization: Low added value of products
Incineration – Limitations
- High fossil fuel consumption
- High CO2 and pollutant emissions
- Low resource utilization, burn biomass into heat and ash for one-time use
What is Pyrolysis of Biomass？- Materials Conversion Process
Biomass pyrolysis process is a chemical decomposition process, which can be achieved in a biochar machine. This technology operates by heating biomass in a low-oxygen environment, causing its components to break down into solids, gases, and liquids. The material conversion process is as follows:
Raw Material: Biomass
Biomass is organic matter derived from plants. It is the most abundant renewable carbon source on Earth. Main components of biomass include:
Cellulose: A complex polysaccharide in plant cell walls that provides structural support.
Hemicellulose: A polysaccharide present in plant cell walls, more easily degraded than cellulose.
Lignin: The most rigid structural material in plants, particularly abundant in wood.
Pyrolysis Process
Pyrolysis achieves biomass recovery through two essential core conditions:
Conditions 1: High Temperature Promote the release of volatile organic compounds (e.g., water, alcohols) in biomass, mainly containing hydrogen and oxygen.
Conditions 2: Anaerobic or Low-Oxygen This prevents carbon combustion into carbon dioxide (CO₂). Also, it allows most of the carbon to remain in a solid form, ultimately forming biochar.
End Product: Biochar
Biochar is the stable, carbon-rich solid residue left after biomass pyrolysis process. Biochar offers various environmental and agricultural benefits. This is due to the unique properties of biochar:
Porous Structure: This offers biochar high specific surface area and great adsorption capacity. It can store water and nutrients.
High Stability: Biochar’s aromatized carbon structure gives it strong chemical stability. This allows itto last for hundreds of years in soil.
Innovative Advantages of Continuous Biomass Pyrolysis Plant
Facing the growing biomass waste management issue, Beston Group adheres to innovation and achieves breakthroughs in biomass continuous pyrolysis technology. This breakthrough brings numerous benefits to customers. Here’s how this technology takes effect:
Extend Continuous Operation Time: from 120 to 360 to 720 hours
In 3 months, our teams worked together with one mind and made the continuous operation of the equipment increase from 35 hours to 720 hours.
- Solve two problems: tar and wood vinegar liquefaction & carbon powder buildup in pipelines.
- Reduce downtime and maintenance and associated costs.
- Increase equipment utilization and shorten investment return cycles.
Puro Earth Vetting: Help Investor Entry Carbon Credit Market
This technical breakthrough helps Beston biomass pyrolysis equipment (BST-50S Model) pass Puro.earth evaluation. The advantages of choosing us to start your project are as follows:
- Reliable biochar pyrolysis technology which is vetted by Puro.earth.
- Capable of producing biochar meeting EBC standards.
- Eligible to generate carbon credits and enter carbon trading.
2 Models of Beston Biomass Pyrolysis Plant for Sale
| Model | BST-50 Standard | BST-50S LM | BST-50S HM | BST-50S MAX | BST-06 Standard | BST-06MAX |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Time to Market | 2015 | 2022 | 2022 | 2022 | 2025 | 2025 |
| Operating Mode | Continuous | Continuous | Continuous | Continuous | Continuous | Continuous |
| Application | Commercial Scale | Commercial Scale | Commercial Scale | Commercial Scale | Testing | Testing |
| Dust Removal System | Standard | Advanced | Advanced | Advanced | Standard | Advanced |
| Feeding Capacity | 10-15m³/h | 10-15m³/h | 10-15m³/h | 10-15m³/h | 100-300KG/H | 100-300KG/H |
| Biochar Discharge Temperature | 45℃ | 45℃ | 45℃ | 45℃ | 45℃ | 45℃ |
| Puro.earth Authentication Model | × | √ | √ | √ | × | |
| Maximum Pyrolysis temperature | 650℃ | 650℃ | 650℃ | 850℃ | 650℃ | |
| Service Life | 5-8 years | 5-8 years | 5-8 years | 8-10 years | 5-8 years | |
| Annual Operating Time | 7200 hours | 7200 hours | 7200 hours | 7200 hours | 8000 hours | |
| Land Space Required (L*W*H*m) | 35m×15m×8m | 65m×15m×8m | 65m×15m×8m | 65m×15m×8m | 25m*18m*6m | |
| Total Power (KW) | 201.25kW | 453.35kW | 505.35kW | 505.35kW | 129.79 | 162.79 |
| Cooling Method | Recycling cooling Water | Industrial chiller | Industrial chiller | Industrial chiller | Recycling cooling Water | Industrial chiller |
| Installation Period (Calendar Days) | 50 | 70 | 70 | 70 | 45 | 50 |
Biomass Pyrolysis Machine Cases Spread Worldwide
Beston Group has rapidly grown into an important production and export base in China’s environmental protection machinery industry. Customers favor our biomass recycling solutions in multiple countries. Welcome consult biomass pyrolysis plant cost.
Straw Biomass Pyrolysis Project in Croatia
- Recycled Biomass: wheat straw
- Machine Capacity: 10-15m³/h
- Biochar Use: alternative fuels, soil improvement
Wood Biomass Pyrolysis Equipment in Finland
- Recycled Biomass: wood chips
- Charcoal use: barbecue charcoal for sale
- Machine Capacity: 2-4m³/h
Mixed Biomass Recycling Project in Iran
- Recycled Biomass: greenhouse planting waste; mixed biomass;
- Charcoal use: barbecue charcoal for sale;
- Machine Capacity: 10-15m³/h
Palm Waste Biomass Pyrolysis Plant in Croatia
- Recycled Biomass: palm fiber from EFB;
- Biochar Application: soil improvement;
- Machine Capacity: 2-4m³/h;
Available Biomass Sources for Pyrolysis
Wood Waste
tree waste from logging, pruning, etc.
wood chips, sawdust, shavings
Food Processing Waste
Food shells like coconut shells, palm shells
Fruit residues like sugarcane bagasse, EFB
Crop Waste
Various agricultural straws/stalks, rice husks, etc.
Suitable biomass feedstock should follow the following criteria：
Biomass with poor flowability can clog the hopper during feeding. For example, palm fibers have poor flowability and need to be granulated before pyrolysis.
Oversized materials can jam the feed screw, while overly thin materials tend to turn into powder. Please keep the biomass size at 5-20mm for smooth feeding.
Excessive powder in raw materials can clog pipelines and affect biochar quality. (Harder materials, such as coconut shells, are recommended.)
Applications of Biochar from Biomass Pyrolysis Plant
In Carbon Removal Field
Decarbonized Agriculture
Carbon Sequestration: Biochar locks carbon in the soil for long periods, helping to reduce atmospheric CO2 and generating carbon credits.
Soil Improvement: It improves soil structure, water retention, pH value and nutrient content, boosting crop yields.
Decarbonized Metal Smelting
Metal Oxides Reduction Agent: Biochar helps convert metal ores into pure metals by capturing oxygen.
Low-emission Fuel: Using biochar instead of fossil fuels in smelting reduces carbon emissions.
Decarbonized Animal Husbandry
Feed Additive: Adding biochar to animal feed has been shown to influence the gut microbiome, and improve the livestock digestive system, thus reducing enteric methane production in ruminants.
Gas Adsorbent: Biochar itself possesses strong adsorption properties, enabling it to capture and absorb methane emitted by livestock to air.
Decarbonized Construction Industry
Biochar is highly porous, which gives it excellent thermal insulation properties. When incorporated into building materials like concrete, plaster, or insulation boards, it can enhance the thermal efficiency of buildings. This can result in a significant reduction in energy consumption for heating and cooling, further lowering a building’s overall carbon footprint.
In Fuel Field
Industrial Fuel: Cleaner Energy
Sustainable Energy: Biochar is a renewable fuel for energy-intensive industries, reducing reliance on traditional fossil fuels and lowering carbon emissions.
Applications: Ideal for power plants, boilers, and other industrial uses.
Hookah & BBQ Charcoal: Premium Fuel
Clean-Burning Charcoal: Biochar briquettes offer a high-quality fuel for hookahs and barbecue grilling, enhancing flavor and providing a cleaner burn.
Applications: Perfect for parties, picnics, and leisure cooking.
Economic Feasibility of Biomass Pyrolysis Plant Investment
Investing in a biomass pyrolysis machine offers promising financial returns. Key factors influencing profitability include initial costs, revenue generation, and operational savings. Customers can benefit from:
Revenue from Biochar Sales
Biochar, a byproduct of biomass pyrolysis process, is valuable and versatile, with prices ranging from $100 to $500 per ton. This provides a steady revenue stream.
Carbon Credit Opportunities
Companies that operate biomass pyrolysis equipment may potentially qualify for carbon credits and carbon trading. 1 unit of carbon credit typically represents the reduction of 1 metric ton of CO2 emissions, with prices ranging from tens to hundreds of dollars.
Policy Subsidies
As a cleaner waste treatment technology, biomass pyrolysis may qualify for additional compensation.
- Subsidies on renewable energy production
- Environmental grants on waste reduction and carbon emission cuts
Waste Management Cost Reduction
- Save on landfill fees, incineration expenses, and other biomass disposal costs.
- Reduced environmental fines due to improper waste disposal.
How to Pyrolysis Biomass into Biochar?
01 Drying and Crushing: Biomass Pre-processing
02 Pyrolysis: Material Conversion
After preheating the biomass pyrolysis reactor, a screw belt conveyor feeds the biomass into the reactor.
At high temperatures (380℃–450℃), the internal moisture of the biomass is removed, and some organic matter volatilizes.
Finally, biochar, a carbonaceous material with a stable structure forms. After pyrolysis reaction, the water-cooled slag extractor discharges biochar from the reactor.
03 Charcoal Briquetting: Biochar Post-processing
Unique Designs in Biomass Pyrolysis Plant
Double Heating Structure
The biomass pyrolysis reactor is an inner and outer cylinder design.
- Achieve biomass semi-carbonization/torrefaction in inner cylinder.
- Achieve biomass full-carbonization of biomass in outer cylinder.
- Produce high-quality, standardized biochar that meets Puro.earth standards.
Three-point Support Design
This design features one main drive wheel and two auxiliary wheels.
- Evenly distribute the load and pressure.
- Ensure stable operation of biomass pyrolysis machine.
- Reduce machine wear or tilting for greater durability.
Unique Sealing Design
Biomass pyrolysis plant has a patented dynamic sealing design with 8 structural seals.
- Prevent oxygen from entering biochar reactor, ensuring safe pyrolysis.
- Enhance operator safety.
- Minimize potential economic losses.
EU Standard Dedusting System
Advanced flue gas treatment technology integrates cooling, denitration, desulfurization, and wet electrostatic precipitator processes.
- Enables final emissions to meet EU emission standards. (SO: 50 mg/m³, NOx: 200 mg/m³, HF: 1 mg/m³, HCl: 10 mg/m³, Total dust: 1 mg/m³)
- Allow you to customize dedusting system based on local standards, saving budget.
PLC and IOT Access
This integrates automatic safety alarms and remote monitoring technology.
- Automatic alarms to alert operators when anomalies occur.
- Quickly cut off fault points to ensure safe operations.
- Allow customers to monitor equipment data anytime, anywhere.
Syngas Recycling Technology
A well-designed biomass pyrolysis equipment can be self-sustaining in terms of energy production.
- Save fuel consumption and cost by 20%.
- Ensure safe and controlled burning of excess syngas.
Beston Group: Reliable Biomass Pyrolysis Plant Manufacturer
Founded in 2013, Beston Group has developed into a high-tech enterprise integrating scientific research, production, sales, service, and import and export trade. If you are interested in biomass pyrolysis machine, Beston Group is your reliable partner.
Strict Quality Control
Beston Group follows strict standard quality control procedures in every stage of charcoal machine production, including:
- raw material warehousing inspection
- production inspection
- air tightness safety inspection
- delivery & installation inspection
Professional Technical Support
Professional technical team offers customers with drawing guidance for biomass pyrolysis equipment, including:
- layout diagram design
- basic diagram design
- PID diagram design
- 3D simulation diagram
Comprehensive Service
- Installation engineers: offer on-site guidance on installation, commissioning, and training.
- Customer management team: available 24 hours a day to help customers answer their questions.
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