Palm kernel shell charcoal machine is very popular on the market now. The machine uses pyrolysis technology to make charcoal from palm kernel shells. Owing to the high value of utilization of palm kernel shell charcoal, this machine is very rewarding and it can help investors earn money from palm kernel shells. Want to make charcoal from palm kernel shells? Welcome to contact Beston Group to get a timely quotation.
Know Palm Kernel Shells in Palm Cultivation and Palm Oil Industry
Palm Kernel Shell (PKS) is the hard outer shell of palm kernel fruit, which is left behind as a byproduct after palm oil extraction. It is a fibrous, brownish-yellow material with particle sizes typically ranging from 5 mm to 40 mm. Each year, the palm oil industry generates over 5 million tons of PKS. Utilizing a palm kernel shell biochar machine allows you to profit from the attractive palm kernel shell charcoal price. Now learn about this material.
Major Producing Regions
The primary producers of PKS are countries where oil palm is a major economic crop. According to public data, the top PKS-producing regions include:
- Indonesia
- Malaysia
- Thailand
- Brazil
- Colombia
- etc.
Characteristics of Palm Shells
Palm kernel shells offer unique characteristics that make them ideal for charcoal production.
- High calorific value (around 4000 Kcal/kg)
- Low moisture content
- Easy crushing
- Low ash content
- Renewable, easy available and low cost
Palm Byproducts for Pyrolysis
In addition to PKS, some other palm byproducts be processed through pyrolysis.
- palm fiber;
- empty fruit bunches (EFB);
- palm dregs;
- palm branches and leaves;
- etc.
Apply Continuous Palm Shell Charcoal Machine to Recycle Biomass
To fully utilize palm waste in palm cultivation and the palm oil industry, please find a high-efficiency continuous palm kernel shell charcoal making machine. After relentless efforts, Beston Group has achieved a critical breakthrough in continuous biomass pyrolysis technology, delivering higher efficiency and stability to customers. This technological advancement brings such benefits:
- Resolve issue of tar and wood vinegar liquefaction.
- Resolve issue of carbon powder buildup in pipelines.
Achieved a breakthrough from 120 hours to 360 hours and 720 hours of continuous operation within four months.
- Significantly reduce downtime and maintenance costs.
- Increase the whole pyrolysis production efficiency.
- Maximizes biochar’s potential in carbon sequestration.
- Help investors enter the carbon sink market.
2 Models Palm Kernel Shell Charcoal Machine for Sale
| Model | BST-06 | BST-50 |
|---|---|---|
| Input Capacity | 0.3-0.5m³/h | 10-15m³/h |
| Reactor Size | φ820mm*L11200mm | φ2000mm*L14260mm |
| Land for Equipment (L*W*H, Standard Configuration) | 25m*15m*8m | 35m*18m*9m |
| Weight (Standard Configuration) | 21T | 49T |
| Energy Consumption (Standard Configuration) | 153kw/h*0.7 | 191kw/h*0.7 |
| Working Method | Fully continuous | |
| Feeding Requirement | Size: ≤20mm; moisture: ≤15%; strong liquidity | |
| Structure | Double barrel double hearth | |
| Speed | 1-9RPM | |
| Control Method | PLC control | |
| Reactor Material | Stainless steel 304 | |
| Pressure | Micro negative pressure | |
| Heating Material | Diesel, natural gas, heavy oil, biomas, etc. | |
| Heating Method | Direct heating | |
| Noise (dB) | ≤80 | |
| Condenser | Circulating water cooling | |
| Rotation Method | External gear rotation | |
How to Make Charcoal from Palm Kernel Shell?
A complete palm kernel shell charcoal machine usually includes a material pretreatment line, a biomass pyrolysis part, and a charcoal briquette machine. This integrated system effectively transforms palm waste into valuable charcoal, optimizing the process for both efficiency and sustainability. See its working process.
01Raw Material Pretreatment
Before feeding the palm kernel shells into the reactor, they need to be prepared properly:
- Drying: Dry the shells with the dryer to keep their moisture content below 15%.
- Size Reduction: If the shells are too large, they may need to be crushed or shredded into smaller pieces (5-20mm) for uniform processing.
02Palm Kernel Shells Feeding
Once ready, feed them into the reactor of the palm kernel shell charcoal machine.
03Palm Kernel Shells Pyrolysis/Carbonization
The machine will then begin the pyrolysis process. During this stage, the palm kernel shells release volatile gases, leaving behind solid carbon (biochar). The temperature in the reactor are crucial for achieving the desired quality of biochar.
- Medium-temperature zone: In the inner cylinder of reactor, biomass materials undergo secondary drying and semi-carbonization.
- High-temperature zone: Then the screw pushes them to drop into the outer cylinder of reactor for complete pyrolysis, producing biochar.
04Biogas Recovery
As the shells undergo pyrolysis, biogas are purified the impurities so that it can be used as combustible gas to provide energy for the palm shell charcoal machine.
05Palm Shell Charcoal Collection
Characteristics of Pyrolysis Palm Biochar: Test Report
Note: The following are the test data for palm shell biochar produced by palm kernel shell charcoal machine. The data may vary due to material differences.
- Size: 5-20mm
- Calorific Value: high, at about 5500kcal/kg
- Fixed Carbon: high, about 70%
- Sulfur Content: very low, about 0.4% (very low compare to regular coke).
- Volatile Matter: about 10%
- Moisture Content: between 1% and 2%.
| Kind | Palm silk grain |
|---|---|
| Whole water Mt% | 2.35 |
| Analytical water Mad% | 1.32 |
| Dry basis ash Ad% | 20.75 |
| Volatile matter Vd% | 9.32 |
| Dry basis fixed carbon Fcad% | 68.61 |
| Sulfur content on dry basis St.d% | 0.42 |
| Coking Characteristics 1-8CRC | 1 |
| New national standard calorimeter dry basis high calorific value kcal/kg | 5485 |
| The new national standard calorimeter method receives the base low calorific value kcal/kg | 5265 |
| Remarks:
**℃ Out of water and oil, the highest temperature **℃ The above data is for reference only |
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Remarkable Uses of Palm Kernel Shell Charcoal
Soil Remediation in Agriculture
Livestock Breeding Feed
Alternative Fuel
Metallurgy
BBQ Charcoal
Carbon Removal
Decarbonization Building Materials
Operation Guarantee of Palm Kernel Shell Charcoal Machine
- Explosion-Proof Components: Include explosion-proof water seals and valves, explosion-proof holes, etc.
- Slight Negative Pressure Operation: Prevent excessive pressure within the palm shell charcoal machine.
- Alarm System in Electric Control Cabinet: Promptly issues an alarm to alert operators if any electrical fault occurs.
- Three-Layer Seals & Closed-Air Feeding Design: Prevent oxygen intake to ensure safety.
- etc.
- EU Standard Dedusting Technology: A multi-layer de-dusting system can make gas emissions meet strict EU standards.
- Water Resource Reuse: Water resources are frequently recycled to minimize wastage.
- Flue gas & Syngas Utilization: Reuse hot flue gas for material drying which cuts energy loss; Recycle syngas to fuel biochar reactor, conserving fossil fuel resources.
- Additive-Free Production: The production process uses no additives or chemicals, ensuring environmental safety.
- Double-Return Heating Structure: Double the thermal utilization efficiency and realize full carbonization of palm kernel shells.
- Intelligent Control Technology: Ensure timely data feedback of palm shell charcoal machine and optimized operation.
- Advanced Insulation System: Prevent biomass from contacting smoke or hot gases, ensuring uncontaminated production and minimizing heat loss.
- Low-Nitrogen Combustion Design: Boost combustion efficiency, reducing energy waste.
Global Partnerships of Palm Kernel Shell Charcoal Machine
Beston palm shell charcoal machines actively transform biomass like coconut shells, wood chips, bamboo, rice husks, and more into valuable charcoal. Beston Group partners with customers worldwide, offering comprehensive support. Explore how we can help customers succeed.
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