he Biochar market is still quite young, many producers are ahead of the market in their region, I’m starting a new series where we will look at alternative revenue streams (upgrade options) that we can implement to now to help fund development of the biochar markets and also de-risk long term revenue. We are kicking […]
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Operating a biomass pyrolysis facility? Use this 25-point checklist to evaluate your current dust explosion prevention controls. This self-assessment covers the hierarchy of controls—from elimination and substitution through to engineering and administrative measures—helping you identify potential gaps in your safety program. This is a screening tool only. It provides an initial indication of your risk
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Combustible dust in biochar operations poses serious explosion and fire risks. This guide presents a 5-level framework for managing these hazards, ranked from most to least effective: 1. Elimination (Most Effective) – Remove the hazard entirely through design choices like enclosed material transfer, continuous flow systems, and remote operation that keeps personnel out of hazardous
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Building on our last post about the three root causes of tar, this week we’re diving into the “how-to.” Tar isn’t a single problem; it’s a symptom. The real challenge is finding its source. So today I thought I would share a tar troubleshooting guide aimed at the operator, that moves from initial data analysis
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