Small Scale Biochar Production
Daily Output: 0.5-1t/d
By-Product: combustible gas, wood vinegar, oil tar, etc.
AGICO supplies small-scale biochar production with a daily output typically between 500 kilograms and one ton, mainly suitable for small-scale biomass processing needs or regional use, such as agricultural waste treatment, experimentation, and small business applications.
Biochar- A new way to turn waste into wealth
Is it worth to invest in biochar production equipment? In 2023, the global biochar market is expected to reach 2.196 billion US dollars, with a compound annual growth rate of 9.27% from 2023 to 2028.
Biochar, as a multifunctional carbon material, has demonstrated its unique application potential in the market. In the field of agriculture, biochar as a soil amendment can help increase crop yields and improve soil quality, and there is enormous potential for growth in this market demand. In terms of environmental protection, the adsorption capacity of biochar for pollutants makes it occupy a place in the water purification and air purification markets. In the field of energy, the application of biochar has surpassed traditional thermal energy generation, and its potential is being explored in emerging energy conversion technologies. In addition, with the increasing global demand for carbon reduction strategies, the role of biochar as an effective carbon sink medium in carbon reduction is becoming more prominent. Overall, the market application prospects of biochar are broad, and it is expected to achieve significant growth in multiple fields.
How do you start a small-scale biochar production bussiness? AGICO is a professional biochar kiln supplier with rich experience in rotary kiln design and manufacture. We can provide integrated solutions covering design, manufacture, spare parts, technical training, customization services, etc. Now let’s learn our small-scale biochar production step by step.
Why Choose AGICO?
R&D strength
The company has a professional R&D team, committed to the innovation and improvement of carbonization technology, to ensure the progressiveness of equipment in energy efficiency and environmental protection.
Customized services
Support design adjustments according to customer needs, and provide personalized solutions based on raw material and production requirements.
Quality control
All equipment undergoes strict factory testing to ensure its high quality and stability.
After sales support
Provide 1-year warranty and lifetime maintenance services, as well as operation training to ensure that customers can quickly solve problems encountered during equipment operation.
Main Parameter of small scale biochar production
| Capacity | Daily capacity ranges from 500 kg to 1 ton, with different capacity and production processes available according to demand. |
| Carbonization Temperature | 400℃-600℃, the temperature range can achieve effective carbonization reaction and ensure the quality of biochar. |
| Applicability Of Raw Materials | The materials that can be processed include wood chips, straw, branches, coconut shells, bamboo chips and other biomass materials, and the humidity is less than 15%. |
| Energy consumption | Small biochar production lines usually use electricity or biomass fuel for energy, and consume about 10-20 kilowatts per hour. |
| Size | Small production line equipment covers a small area, usually about 20-50 square meters, suitable for small workshop or open site layout. |
Biomass material for small-scale biochar production
The small-scale biochar production line is suitable for various biomass raw materials. The following are the main applicable raw materials and their characteristics:
- Wood chips and sawdust: have good dryness, high carbonization efficiency, and produce high-quality charcoal.
- Straw: It needs to be pre treated and dried, suitable for the reuse of agricultural waste.
- Bamboo chips: high carbon content, suitable for making high-quality biochar.
- Coconut shell: a basic material suitable for carbonization into activated carbon, with good hardness and high-quality carbonization output.
- Branches and garden waste: Suitable for garden waste treatment projects, biochar after carbonization is used for soil improvement.
biochar process
A typical small-scale biochar production process includes the following steps:
- Pre treatment: Crush raw materials (such as tree branches and straw) and dry them to the desired moisture content.
- Carbonization: Send the pre treated raw materials into a carbonization furnace for heating, maintain an anaerobic environment at 400-600 ℃ for pyrolysis reaction, and generate biochar.
- Cooling: Cool the carbonized biochar to a safe temperature.
- Collection and packaging: After cooling, the biochar can be directly bagged for convenient transportation and sales.
biochar production equipment
The small-scale biochar production line includes the following core equipment:
- Crushing equipment: Fine crushing ensures uniform size of raw materials, which is beneficial for improving carbonization efficiency.
- Drying equipment: Quickly dry raw materials, reduce moisture content, and ensure efficient and stable carbonization effect.
- Biochar kiln: Small carbonization furnaces adopt intermittent or continuous designs, equipped with precise temperature control systems and enclosed structures to reduce heat loss and maintain efficient production.
- Cooling and collection equipment: Automatic cooling and discharge design helps to safely and efficiently collect biochar, improving operational safety.
- Exhaust gas purification system: Ensure emissions meet environmental standards, and are equipped with a secondary combustion system to reuse combustible components in exhaust gas, reducing energy consumption.
Supporting services for small scale biochar production
Service1: Project consultation and scheme design:
In the early stage, technical personnel will conduct detailed analysis of the customer’s raw material characteristics, site requirements, etc., and provide customized production line schemes.
Service2: Installation and debugging:
We provide a professional installation team to the site for equipment installation and debugging until normal operation.
Service3: Operation training:
We provide on-site or online training for equipment operation and daily maintenance to ensure that customers are proficient in the operation process.
Service4: Spare parts support:
We provide commonly used spare parts supply to ensure customer production stability.
Service5: Regular follow-up and technical support:
Regularly track customer equipment usage, provide technical support, and help optimize production efficiency.
finished products of biochar production
Tips for clients
- Raw material suitability: Confirm that the equipment can handle the type and scale of raw materials planned for use.
- Type of carbonization furnace: Choose the appropriate type of carbonization furnace, such as continuous carbonization furnace, which is more suitable for large-scale processing, while batch carbonization furnace has lower cost.
- Operation and maintenance costs: The automation level of small-scale biochar equipment is relatively low, and the ease of operation and subsequent maintenance costs need to be considered.
- Environmental Protection and Safety: Check the smoke treatment system of the equipment to ensure compliance with local environmental requirements, while also paying attention to the safety protection measures of the equipment.
- Production efficiency: Evaluate the hourly processing capacity and output rate to ensure that the output meets the expected demand.