As people explore, the benefits of biochar are known by more and more people. Biochar can be used to improve soil quality, reduce carbon emissions, and even produce energy. Therefore, people begin to seek out technology and method to make biochar. At Beston Group, we offer the perfect biochar-obtaining solutions and biochar pyrolysis equipment for all investors. It is likely that the demand for biochar will continue to grow in the further. So, let Beston Group help you to start a successful biochar making project right now!
What Is Biochar Pyrolysis?
Biochar pyrolysis is a process of heating organic materials, such as wood, crop residues, or animal waste, in the absence of oxygen to produce a carbon-rich solid material known as biochar. Pyrolysis is a thermochemical decomposition process that breaks down complex organic molecules into simpler ones, leaving behind a solid residue that is enriched in carbon and other nutrients.
The process involves heating the organic material to a temperature between 450-600℃ in a specially designed chamber called a furnace. During the pyrolysis process, the organic material is converted into biochar, along with other byproducts such as syngas and bio-oil.
Biochar pyrolysis is an important technology that can help reduce greenhouse gas emissions by sequestering carbon in the soil, enhancing agricultural productivity, and providing sustainable waste management solutions.
What Raw Materials Can Be Pyrolyzed To Make Biochar?
Biochar can be produced from a variety of raw materials through pyrolysis. Some examples of raw materials that can be used to produce biochar through pyrolysis include:
- Agricultural waste: such as corn stover, sugarcane bagasse, wheat straw, rice husks, peanut shells, coffee husks, fruit husks, hazelnut husks, olive shells, jute sticks, sunflower stem, peach pit…
- Forestry waste: such as wood chips, sawdust, bamboo, and bark,
- Sewage sludge: municipal sludge, river sludge, industrial sludge;
- Animal waste: such as poultry litter, swine manure, cattle manure, and pig hair.
- Municipal domestic waste
What Are The Applications Of Biochar?
Biochar is a form of charcoal produced by pyrolysis, the process of heating organic materials in the absence of oxygen. It has been used for thousands of years as a soil amendment, particularly in the Amazon Basin, where it was used by indigenous communities to improve soil fertility and increase crop yields. In recent years, biochar has gained renewed attention as a tool for carbon sequestration and climate change mitigation. However, its applications go beyond agriculture and climate change, and include a range of other fields. Find them here:
Soil Amendment
One of the most well-known applications of biochar is as a soil amendment. Biochar has been shown to improve soil fertility, water retention, and nutrient cycling. It can also reduce soil acidity, increase pH, and improve soil structure. These benefits can lead to increased crop yields, reduced need for fertilizer and water, and improved soil health. Biochar can be applied to soils in various ways, including as a top dressing, mixed into the soil, or incorporated into compost.
Fuel For BBQ/Cooking/Heating
Biochar can be produced from a range of biomass feedstocks, including wood chips, agricultural residues, sewage sludge, and even municipal solid waste. During pyrolysis, the biomass raw materials can be pyrolysis into biochar. At the same time, a range of biogases is also produced. These gases can be captured and used for energy production, either for heat or electricity. The resulting biochar can also be used as a fuel for BBQ, cooking, and heating.
Biochar is a versatile material with a range of applications. Its ability to improve soil fertility, store carbon, and filter water make it an attractive tool for sustainable agriculture, climate change mitigation, and environmental remediation. As interest in biochar continues to grow, it is likely that new applications will be discovered, making it an important tool for building a sustainable future.
Is Biochar Pyrolysis Business Profitable? – See Profit Analysis
Yes, it is absolutely profitable. The profitability of a biochar pyrolysis business depends on several factors, such as the cost of raw materials, the efficiency of the production process, the market demand for biochar, and the competition within the industry. As a professional biochar pyrolysis equipment manufacturer, we make an ROI analysis table for you. Welcome to see it now! Then, you would have a better understanding of the biochar pyrolysis business in mind.
| Return on Investment of BST-50 Wood Chips Carbonization Project in The Middle East Regin | ||||||||
| Project name | 5TPH wood chips carbonization | |||||||
| Introduction | According to the market data of Middle east region, the estimated ROI report, the various expenses are as follows: | |||||||
| Item | Details | Unit | Unit price/USD | Quantity | Amount/USD | Total amount | Remark | |
| Fixed Investment Cost | Equipment | BST-50 | Set | 250000.00 | 1.00 | 250000.00 | ||
| Transportation | From China to Destination Port | Set | 90000.00 | 1.00 | 90000.00 | |||
| From Port to Site | Set | 5800.00 | 1.00 | 5800.00 | ||||
| Customs tax | 0.15 | Set | 37500.00 | 1.00 | 37500.00 | |||
| Installation | Beston technician's salary | Day | 350.00 | 50.00 | 17500.00 | |||
| Round -trip airtickets | Ea | 2420.00 | 2.00 | 4840.00 | ||||
| Visa | Ea | 350.00 | 1.00 | 350.00 | ||||
| Local welder | Day | 65.00 | 100.00 | 6500.00 | Two welders are needed | |||
| Local plumber | Day | 65.00 | 20.00 | 1300.00 | ||||
| Local labor | Day | 16.8.0 | 50.00 | 840.00 | ||||
| Crane forklift etc. | Day | 80.00 | 30.00 | 2400.00 | ||||
| Materials | Installation materials ready | Set | 3500.00 | 1.00 | 3500.00 | Foundation, pipe, etc. | ||
| License | / | Ea | 2000.00 | 1.00 | 2000.00 | Environmental, firefighting, etc. | ||
| Workshop | 500 | ㎡ | 160.00 | 500.00 | 80000.00 | |||
| US$502,530.00 | ||||||||
| Operating Cost | Raw materials | Wood chips | Ton | 100.00 | 120.00 | 12000.00 | ||
| Water | / | m³ | 1.76 | 3.00 | 5.28 | |||
| Electricity | / | KWH | 0.11 | 2922.00 | 321.42 | |||
| Fuel | Natural gas | Liter | 7.25 | 270.00 | 1957.50 | |||
| Labor | / | People | 16.8.0 | 4.00 | 67.20 | |||
| Maintenance | / | Day | 85.00 | 1.00 | 85.00 | |||
| Depreciation | 8 years | Day | 209.30 | 1.00 | 209.30 | |||
| Tax | 0.05 | 0.00 | ||||||
| US$14,645.70 | ||||||||
| End Products Price | Biochar | 30% | Ton | 680 | 36 | 24480.00 | 30% of input | |
| Wood vinegar | 8% | Ton | 1280 | 9.6 | 12288.00 | 8% of input | ||
| Tar oil | 2% | Ton | 450 | 2.4 | 1080.00 | 2% of input | ||
| US$37,848.00 | ||||||||
| Daily Income | US$23,202.30 | |||||||
| Monthly Income | Working day | Day | 25 | US$580,057.50 | ||||
| Yearly Income | Working day | Day | 300 | US$6,960,690.00 | ||||
7 Models of Biochar Pyrolysis Equipment For Sale
Batch Biochar Pyrolysis Machine:
- Models: BST-J12, BST-J18, BST-J40
- Suitable: small business projects
- Feeding demand: about 20cm block materials
Mobile Skid-mounted Machine:
- Model: BST-05 PRO mobile biochar machine
- Suitable: Medium-scale business projects
- Feeding demand: diameter ≤ 2cm; water content ≤ 15%
Continuous Biochar Pyrolysis Machine:
- Models: BST-10, BST-30, BST-50
- Suitable: Medium-scale, large-scale projects
- Feeding demand: diameter ≤ 2cm; water content ≤ 15%
| Model | BST-J12 | BST-J18 | BST-J40 | BST-05 Pro (skid-mounted) | BST-10 | BST-30 | BST-50 |
| Input Capacity | 12m³/h/batch | 18m³/h/batch | 40m³/h/batch | 0.3-0.5m³/h (300kg/h) | 2-4m³/h (1000kg/h) | 7-9m³/h (3000kg/h) | 10-15m³/h (5000kg/h) |
| Reactor Size | φ1900mm*L4500mm | φ1900mm*L6600mm | φ2800mm*L7100mm | φ830mm*L5500mm | φ1300mm*L14051mm | φ1700mm*L14180mm | φ2000mm*L14260mm |
| Land for Equipment (L*W*H, Standard Configuration) | 9m*6m*6m | 12m*6m*7m | 15m*18m*7m | 10m*8m*3.9m | 29m*15m*5m | 30m*15m*8m | 35m*18m*9m |
| Weight (Standard Configuration) | 18T | 22T | 34T | 15T | 32T | 35T | 49T |
| Energy Consumption (Standard Configuration) | 11kw/h | 13.5kw/h | 25kw/h | 31kw/h | 34.7kw/h | 61.5kw/h | 116kw/h |
| Working Method | Batch | Fully continuous | |||||
| Feeding Requirement | / | Size: ≤20mm; moisture: ≤15%; strong liquidity | |||||
| Structure | Horizontal rotation | Double barrel single hearth | Double barrel double hearth | ||||
| Speed | 0-2RPM | 1-9RPM | |||||
| Control Method | Control by buttons | PLC control | |||||
| Reactor Material | Q245R | Q245+310S | |||||
| 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 | ||||||
Main Configuration of Biochar Pyrolysis Machine for Sale – 3D Layout
The main configuration of biochar pyrolysis machine contains drying pretreatment system, carbonization furnace, slag discharging system, combustible gas condensing system, dust removal system, feeding system, and other parts. All of them have their unique functions in the biochar pyrolysis process. For customers, welcome to discuss with us. Beston Group would equip the most cost-saving and functional biochar pyrolysis plant for you. Here, you can see the standard 3D configuration layout of the biochar machine in advance:
Working Process Of Biochar Pyrolysis Equipment
Pretreatment: For large-sized raw materials, they are needed to be shredded to less than 2cm by a crusher. For high-moisture raw materials, they are needed to be dried. The moisture should be less than 15%. If the raw materials have suitable size and moisture, pretreatment is not needed.
Pre-heating: Use fuel, LPG, natural gas, or diesel to preheat the furnace. Also, the recycled biogas produced in the biochar production process also can be used for preheating.
Biochar pyrolysis: The processed raw materials will be transported to the furnace. The temperature for automatic biochar pyrolysis is generally 380℃-450℃. The temperature in the furnace is about 450℃-600℃. The temperature for the batch biochar pyrolysis is generally 280℃-450℃. The temperature in the furnace is about 450℃-500℃. It takes about 20 minutes to get biochar in the absence of oxygen and high-temperature condition. Finally, after water cooling, the biochar will be discharged by an auto screw discharger.
Why Choose Biochar Pyrolysis Equipment From Beston Group?
Certifications of Beston Biochar Pyrolysis Plant
Technical Support From Beston Group
Beston Group has been engaged in the manufacturing and exporting of biochar production equipment for many years and has accumulated years of experience in solving technical problems. We will use our professional vision and technology to help you solve the problems you encounter in your installation and operation. So, you can rest assured.
Exporting Countries Of Beston Biochar Pyrolysis Plant
Feedback of Beston Biochar Pyrolysis Equipment
As the largest manufacturer of biochar pyrolysis machinery in China, Beston Group has been focusing on the user experience of our customers since its establishment. Beston Group is committed to improving the user experience and constantly updating our equipment to provide our customers with the optimal charcoal machine. Here, you can see the feedback from our customers:
How To Buy A Set Of Biochar Pyrolysis Equipment?
Buying a set of biochar pyrolysis equipment requires some research and consideration. Here are some steps you can follow:
By following these steps, you can buy a set of biochar pyrolysis equipment that meets your needs and budget.
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