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    Overview

    Blue Flame™ is a biomass gasification system which can be used in stand-alone ‘greenfield’ projects or supplement to ‘brownfield’ projects to improve efficiency, performance, environmental conformance, and economics. Blue Flame™ is commercially proven and very efficient, even on small scales.

     

    What is Gasification?

    Gasification is thermal conversion of carbonaceous feedstock by partial oxidation into a clean product gas that is used as fuel. The fuel is often referred to as Producer Gas or Synthesis Gas (Syngas) which is a combustible gas mix of hydrogen (H2), carbon monoxide (CO), methane (CH4) with inert gases such as nitrogen (N2), carbon dioxide (CO2), water vapour (H2O) and traces of tar and other particulates. Typically, the oxidizing element used is air and/or steam.

    The thermal conversion consists of four stages, namely, drying, pyrolysis, combustion, and reduction, where R+ uses a downdraft gasifier as illustrated in the figure below.

     

     

    The Producer Gas (or Green Combustible Gas in figure above) can be used in kilns, incinerators, boilers, gas engines or gas turbines for electrical or thermal application. However, due to the high temperature and the traces of contaminants of Producer Gas, it may require cleaning and/or cooling but is dependent on the usage.

     


     

    Blue Flame™ Biomass Gasification System

    Our Blue Flame™ biomass gasification system consists of feedstock conditioning, gasification, and Producer Gas conditioning as seen below.

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    With our expertise, we are able to condition various types of biomass feedstock to accommodate the gasifiers. After gasification, the Producer Gas will then be conditioned to meet the requirements of our clients, be it for electrical or thermal applications. The co-product of the gasification process is Biochar, which is highly valuable due to the diversity in its application.

     


     

    Biochar
    Biochar is a charcoal-like substance which is made from biomass via pyrolysis under controlled conditions with clean technology. Although biochar is considered a by-product of our gasification system, it can be used as an additional source of revenue to any project. Alternatively, Biochar can be placed back into the ground, effectively removing carbon from the atmosphere while simultaneously nourishing the soil.

     

    Uses of Biochar
    Biochar has several advantages that are environmentally friendly. Below are some of the many uses of Biochar:

     

    Agricultural

    Biochar improves soil condition and overall reduces greenhouse gases. It helps to prevent fertilizer runoff and leeching, enabling less use of fertilizer and diminishing agricultural pollution to the surrounding environment. It also retains moisture, helping plants through periods of drought sustainably. Most importantly, it replenishes exhausted or marginal soils with organic carbon and fosters the growth of soil microbes essential for nutrient absorption.

    Health
    Just like how charcoal tablets are used to help with digestion of food, Biochar provides the same capabilities. It can be used for detoxification and act as a carrier to active pharmaceutical ingredients.

    Power
    Since Biochar is similar to the likes of charcoal, it can also be used to generate power. Due to the fact that Biochar is made of biomass from the environment itself, it creates an active cycle creating power to produce more power with less raw biomass. The Biochar produced from our systems can also be gasified using our gasifiers.

    Home/Buildings
    Due to the biochar’s absorbent capabilities, it not only absorbs water and moisture, but can also absorb odour. Biochar can absorb water up to 6 times its weight which makes it ideal for insulation and dehumidification.

     

    These are just a few of the many uses of biochar and more can be found online.
    www.biochar-journal.org is an excellent resource for more information on Biochar research and news.

     


    Why Gasification and Blue Flame™?

    Cheaper & Abundant Feedstock

    • Biomass as fuel which is much cheaper when compared to fossil fuel.
    • Millions of tons per year of agricultural residue is generated in the world.

    Renewable, Green & Clean

    • Waste-to-Energy with agricultural or wood waste as biomass feedstock is renewable.
    • Biomass contains negligible amounts of sulphur (which leads to acid rain).
    • Gasifier is carbon-negative as it does not emit carbon besides the Biochar which can be utilised for several other applications including carbon sequestration.

    High Efficiency Process

    • Hot Gas Efficiency ≥ 75% of biomass energy is recovered before Producer Gas conditioning.
    • Cold Gas Efficiency ≥ 65% of biomass energy is recovered after Producer Gas conditioning.

    Replacement of Fossil Fuel

    • The Producer Gas can be used for electrical and thermal applications that currently use fossil fuel, such as engine fuel to generate electricity or boilers to generate steam.
    • This allows for the clients’ long term cost reduction to purchase fossil fuels while abiding to environmental regulations.

    Flexibility

    • Blue Flame™ caters to a wide range of applications including electrical and thermal applications.
    • Gasification system accepts a wide range of solid biomass and may switch between different types with minimal or zero reconfiguration.
    • Blue Flame™ also provides decentralized electrification for rural areas.