Biochar production equipment carbonizes organic materials into biochar through a series of reactions. Biochar, a kind of green energy, has high calorific value, long burning time and minimal smoke emissions. It is widely applied for agricultural fertilizer, carbon sequestration, industrial smelting, cooking, etc. The biochar production business is an ideal environmental project worthy of investment.
Huge Biochar Market Potential: Worth to Invest
Currently, although specific figures for biochar vary slightly across different research institutions, the overall trend indicates that the biochar market size is rapidly expanding. Some data for reference:
- From World Bank: Global carbon pricing and carbon market revenues have exceeded $100 billion.
- From McKinsey Management Consulting: By 2050, the carbon sink industry is projected to reach a market value of up to $1.2 trillion.
- From International Biochar Initiative: Biochar continues to lead in providing persistent carbon dioxide removal (CDR) credits in the voluntary carbon market (VCM), accounting for over 90% of global deliveries in 2023. Global biochar production is estimated to increase by at least 350,000 metric tons (mt) annually.
Biochar vs Charcoal: Why Biochar Is So Popular?
| Aspect | Biochar | Charcoal |
|---|---|---|
| Raw Materials Source | Most of biomass | Typically related to wood |
| Physical Properties | Higher porosity and surface area | Higher porosity and surface area |
| Physical Properties | Higher porosity and surface area | Higher porosity and surface area |
| Main Applications | Soil improvement, carbon sequestration, and environmental applications | Soil improvement, carbon sequestration, and environmental applications |
| Environmental Impact | Sequesters carbon, reduces greenhouse gases, and improves soil health | Limited environmental benefits; burning releases CO2 into the atmosphere |
| Popularity | Increased demand due to sustainability, climate change mitigation, and agricultural benefits | Popular as a traditional fuel, especially in developing regions |
Biochar Production Equipment: The Key to Turning Biomass into Biochar
Biochar production machine serves as the cornerstone of biomass-to-biochar conversion by providing a controlled and efficient environment (high-temperature, oxygen-free). This enables optimal biomass resource utilization and the production of stable, high-value biochar.
Other scientific names: biochar pyrolysis equipment, biomass carbonization machine, biomass pyrolysis plant, etc.
Offer Precise Control of Pyrolysis Conditions
The performance and quality of biochar heavily depend on maintaining the right pyrolysis environment. Biochar production equipment excels in creating and controlling the necessary conditions:
- Temperature Control: Pyrolysis typically occurs between 300–600°C. The varying temperatures influence the degree of pyrolysis/carbonization and the biochar’s suitability for specific applications.
- Oxygen-Free or Low-Oxygen Environment: By isolating oxygen, the biochar equipment prevents biomass combustion, ensuring that pyrolysis proceeds efficiently and safely.
Enhance Biochar Quality
High-quality biochar is essential for applications such as soil improvement, pollution control, and carbon sequestration. Biochar production equipment help optimize its characteristics:
- Retention of Beneficial Carbon Structures: The controlled environment preserves the structural integrity of carbon, enhancing biochar’s functionality in improving soil aeration, nutrient retention, and water absorption.
- Reduction of Ash and Impurities: Properly managed pyrolysis minimizes undesirable by-products, ensuring that the final biochar is of high purity and suitable for advanced applications.
Parameters of Biochar Production Equipment For Sale
According to the project size and budget, please choose the charcoal making machine you need! We are committed to offering the most cost-effective solution. The detailed project cost depends on the machine configuration you require. Please contact us for a detailed quotation for your customized solution.
| 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 | |
Working Video of Biochar Production Equipment
01 Biomass Feeding
02 Biomass Pyrolysis into Biochar
03 Syngas Recycling
04 Biochar Discharging
Discharge biochar through the water cooling discharging system. Normally, the final biochar temperature is ≤45°C.
If you require a stricter temperature standard, please inform us in advance so that we can adjust the configuration solution.
05 Exhaust Gas Treatment
Raw Materials for Making Biochar
Common Biomass Types to Make Biochar
- Agricultural Waste: Rice husk, straws, sugarcane bagasse, jute stalks.
- Forestry Waste: Wood chips, sawdust, wood shavings, bamboo waste, eucalyptus bark.
- Food Processing Waste: Coconut shells, palm kernel shells, peanut shells, almond shells, hazelnut shells, olive husks, and coffee grounds.
- etc.
Standard to Choose Biomass Materials Types
- Good flowability: Poor flowability can cause materials to stop flowing and accumulate in the hopper (e.g., palm fibers have poor flowability).
- Uniform size: Oversized materials can jam the feed screw, while overly thin materials tend to turn into powder.
- Minimal dust/powder: Excessive powder in raw materials can clog pipelines and affect biochar quality. (Harder materials, such as coconut or fruit shells, are recommended.)
Requirements for Biomass Materials Feeding
- Size: 5-20mm (8 mm is the best). Generally, a crusher is required for raw materials larger than 2cm.
The smaller the feeding size, the smaller the gap between the materials, and the smaller the oxygen intake. - Moisture: Normally, keep biomass moisture below 15%.
A dryer becomes necessary when the moisture content exceeds 15%. One dryer can reduce the moisture by 30%. When the moisture content of the raw materials is higher than 45%, two dryers are required.
Wide Applications of Biochar: How It Bring Business Opportunity?
Carbon Sequestration: Rising Carbon Sink Market
Plants absorb CO2 from the atmosphere through photosynthesis. Biochar can be described as a tool that converts this kind of CO2 into a stable form of carbon. Its stable chemical structure allows it to store carbon underground for hundreds of years. Therefore, it is an effective method for carbon sequestration and carbon removal. This application helps reduce carbon emissions and address climate change.
Agricultural Usage and Soil improvement
Biochar can enhance soil aeration, drainage, and water retention, promoting the nutrient cycling of organic matter in the soil. It has the ability to adsorb harmful substances in the oil, like heavy metals, and pesticide residues, remediating polluted soils. In addition, its alkaline properties also make it effective in neutralizing acidic soils.
Green Energy fuel
Biochar has a wide range of applications as a fuel source. In industry, it can be used in power plants, steel mills, and other facilities to provide heat energy. In daily life, it can be utilized for BBQ, cooking, home heating, and more. As a renewable resource, it reduces dependence on finite fossil resources. It helps meet the energy needs of economic development as well as residents living.
Biochar animal feed
In recent years, the application of biochar animal feed has become increasingly widespread. It can adsorb methane produced during the digestive process of ruminant animals. It can also adsorb and reduce harmful substances in feed, such as pesticide residues, and pathogens. Additionally, it can regulate the pH of the animal’s gastrointestinal tract. This can promote digestion and nutrient absorption in the animal’s gut.
Analysis of Final Biochar – Biochar Specification
About biochar yield
Taking sawdust, rice rusk and crushed coconut shell as examples, using 1 ton raw materials with moisture content below 10% can get 280kg-310kg finished charcoal. The proportion is basically maintained at 3:1, after removing the moisture.
About biochar quality
| Item | Sawdust | Bamboo | Rice husk | Coffee shell | Coconut Shell | Cornstalk | Pecan Shell | Palm Silk Grain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moisture (%) | 6.84 | 6.98 | 6.09 | 11.78 | 9.1 | 2.06 | 1.71 | 2.35 |
| Bound water (%) | 4.51 | 1.74 | 3.58 | 1.21 | 4.19 | 0.82 | 1.7 | 1.32 |
| Ash (%) | 5.871 | 16.62 | 39.08 | 2.75 | 0.18 | 35.14 | 4.42 | 20.75 |
| Volatile (%) | 20.8 | 18.2 | 19.12 | 30.96 | 6.95 | 25.18 | 7.03 | 9.32 |
| Fixed carbon (%) | 68.91 | 63.44 | 38.22 | 65.08 | 88.68 | 38.86 | 86.84 | 68.61 |
| Sulfur (%) | 0.08 | 0.02 | 0.12 | 0.02 | 0.09 | 0.03 | 0.02 | 0.42 |
| Max calorific value kcal/kg | 6454 | 5679 | 3860 | 7050 | 7277 | 4453 | 7484 | 5485 |
| Min calorific value kcal/kg | 6088 | 5171 | 3559 | 6053 | 6724 | 4199 | 7332 | 5265 |
Note: the analysis report is just for your reference. The detailed data ranges from different raw materials in different locations. “/” is not detected.
Boost Your Profits: ROI of Beston Biochar Machine
Based on the follwing analysis, it’s clear that this machine can bring significant benefits to your business. Of course, if you want a more accurate report tailored to your specific market, you can always send your local market data to Beston. Invest in a Beston machine today and watch your profits soar!
10-15m³/h
capacity to process biomass
Achieve 720h
Continuous operating
US$1,680,260.88
Yearly Income
100%
Rate of return
| Project name | BST-50 Palm Shell Charcoal Production Project | |||||||
| Introduction | According to the market data of Indonesia, 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 with dryer | Set | 297860.00 | 1.00 | 297860.00 | ||
| Transportation | From China to Jakarta | Set | 12000.00 | 1.00 | 12000.00 | |||
| From Jakarta Port to Site | Set | 8000.00 | 1.00 | 8000.00 | HS Code is 8419899090 Need to reconfirm in local |
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| Customs tax | 13.5% | Set | 40211.10 | 1.00 | 40211.10 | |||
| Installation | Beston technician's salary | Day | 150.00 | 60.00 | 9000.00 | |||
| Round -trip airtickets | Ea | 3000.00 | 1.00 | 3000.00 | ||||
| Visa | Ea | 60.00 | 1.00 | 60.00 | ||||
| Local welder | Day | 15.00 | 60.00 | 900.00 | 2 welders are needed | |||
| Local plumber | Day | 15.00 | 60.00 | 900.00 | 2 plumbers are needed | |||
| Local electrician | Day | 15.00 | 60.00 | 900.00 | 2 electricians are needed | |||
| Local labor | Day | 10.00 | 60.00 | 600.00 | 4 labors are needed | |||
| Crane forklift etc. | Day | 30.00 | 40.00 | 1200.00 | ||||
| Materials | Installation materials ready | Set | 1000.00 | 1.00 | 1000.00 | Foundation, pipe, etc. | ||
| License | Ea | 1000.00 | 1.00 | 1000.00 | Environmental, firefighting, etc. | |||
| Workshop | 850 | ㎡ | 139.00 | 850.00 | 118150.00 | 8 years | ||
| US$494,781.10 | ||||||||
| Operating Cost | Raw materials | palm shell | Ton | 70.97 | 120.00 | 8516.13 | ||
| Water | / | m³ | 0.00 | 4.00 | 0.01 | |||
| Electricity | / | KWH | 0.11 | 2654.40 | 289.42 | 158kw/h | ||
| Fuel | LPG | KG | 1.06 | 120.00 | 127.74 | |||
| Labor | / | People | 10.00 | 15.00 | 150.00 | |||
| Maintenance | / | Day | 40.00 | 1.00 | 40.00 | |||
| Depreciation | 8 years | Day | 206.16 | 1.00 | 206.16 | |||
| Tax | 13% | Day | 0.05 | 15716.13 | 785.81 | |||
| US$10,115.26 | ||||||||
| End Products Price | Biochar | 30% | Ton | 392.9032258 | 40 | 15716.13 | 30% of input | |
| Syngas | / | Ton | / | / | / | |||
| US$15,716.13 | ||||||||
| Daily Income | US$5,600.87 | |||||||
| Monthly Income | Working day | Day | 25 | US$140,021.74 | ||||
| Yearly Income | Working day | Day | 300 | US$1,680,260.88 | ||||
Unique Design of Beston Biochar Production Equipment
Continuous Pyrolysis Technololy
Continuously improve processes to extend continuous running time from 120 hours to 360 hours, 720 hours.
- Satisfy large-scale project implementation.
- Meet carbon trading market standards.
- Improve energy efficiency and reduce pollution emissions associated with batch kilns.
Dual-loop heating Technology
The double-layer cylinder design makes biomass in pyrolysis process can undergo drying, semi-carbonization and fully-carbonization.
- Adequately pyrolize biomass, improving biochar quality.
- material is not in contact with smoke, avoiding hot air pollution.
- achieving a thermal efficiency of 70%–90%.
- reduce space occupation of biochar machine.
Durable 310s stainless steel material
Continuously improve processes to extend continuous running time from 120 hours to 360 hours, 720 hours.
- Satisfy large-scale project implementation.
- Meet carbon trading market standards.
Ancillary Equipment – Charcoal Briquette Production Line
Besides the carbonization machine, we also offer related auxiliary equipment, the charcoal briquette production line, to provide maximum convenience for your project. This production line can help you turn charcoal into briquettes of a specific shape and size as you want.
With such an ancillary production line, you can finally get charcoal briquettes with round shape, square shape, stick shape, etc. Please see the pictures.
Global Cooperation Cases on Biochar Production Equipment
Looking Forward to Cooperating with You
Beston Group has been dedicated to manufacturing biochar production equipment for many years. We have always insisted on a customer-centric business philosophy and strived to provide customers with high-quality, efficient, and customized products and services. Our biochar machines exported all over the world have had a positive impact on fields such as renewable energy production, soil improvement, and carbon neutrality. We are looking forward to cooperating with more friends and opening a wider market!
