Efficient substrate processing

Biogrinder

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BHS Biogrinder crushes and mashes organic domestic waste

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BHS Biogrinder crushes and mashes organic domestic waste

The BHS Biogrinder (type RBG) is used in the processing of biomass for biogas generation. The BHS Biogrinder is in use in southern Germany to crush and mash organic domestic waste. The upstream substrate processing speeds up gas production in the fermenter. Overall, the biogas plant operates more efficiently and reliably.

One machine – thousands of raw materials. Here are few:

Highlights

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Fermenter-friendly processing

  • Enhanced uptake of nutrients for micro-organisms through intensive shredding, homogenization and defibration of the input material
  • Particularly effective in the case of highly fibrous biomass
  • Extraneous materials, such as soil clods and stones, are also crushed.

Greater variety of raw materials

  • Raw materials that were previously difficult or impossible to decompose in the fermenter can now be processed with ease after processing in the Biogrinder.
  • Wide range of applications: corn silage, grass clippings, green/organic/animal waste, sugar beet, corn straw

High energy efficiency

  • Very short substrate retention times
  • Nearly all the energy applied is converted into crushing capacity and not heat
  • Further energy savings result from the reduced need for chopping during harvesting, reduced agitator use in the fermenter 

Stable fermentation process

  • Homogenization facilitates transport of substrates
  • No deposits build up in the fermenter

Continuous process

  • Continuous operation simplifies technical integration of the machine into the overall plant 
  • Different sized Biogrinders available to ensure optimum throughput rates for biogas plant

Future-proof investment

  • High degree of flexibility when it comes to raw material selection in view of changing market conditions and legal frameworks

Technical systems

Design

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Feed opening

The Biogrinder has a large feed opening, which allows the machine to be easily fed with different materials.

Rotor

The rotor is mounted on a vertical shaft. The material stream first connects with a distribution cone. Below this, the rotor has two levels, each of which can be fitted with a maximum of two pivot-mounted hammers. Crushing is carried out primarily between the rotating hammers and the stator strips on the machine casing. The arrangement of the hammers is variable, so that the rotor can be optimally configured for the specific task.

Distribution cones

The distribution cone feeds the inserted material to the hammer levels. This prevents possible clogging of moist or light material in the feed area.

Hammers

 The carbide hammers welded onto the base are optimized to deliver a long service life. Due to the flexible bearing, even extraneous solid materials, such as stones and soil clods, can be crushed easily. Modification of the hammer configuration can be achieved in minutes.

Stator bars

The stator strips and wearing plates are fastened from the outside by means of bolts. The wearing parts can thus be easily exchanged and are optimized for long service life.

 

Discharge opening

The treated substrate continuously exits the processing chamber through a generously dimensioned discharge opening. A liner consisting of plastic plates prevents caking.

Drive

 Depending on the size, required throughput and desired crushing ratio, the Biogrinder is equipped with motors ranging from 37 to 90 kW.

Maintenance hatch

The Biogrinder has a large access hatch at the top to facilitate easy and quick maintenance or retooling.

Vibration damper

The machine is installed on vibration dampers to prevent the transmission of vibrations into the surrounding steel or concrete construction.

Lubrication

Designed as a technically reliable solution, the Biogrinder has a recirculating oil lubrication unit. This system is also used for cooling the bearings.

Key transfer system

In order to prevent uncontrolled access via the maintenance hatch, the machine is equipped with a key transfer system. The power supply is interrupted and the machine can be opened only by means of a special key after the rotor has come to a standstill.

Control unit

The Biogrinder can optionally be equipped with a control system. In the case of frequently changing input materials, it makes sense to implement a frequency inverter. In combination with the variable rotor configuration options, this allows for optimal coordination of the desired targets in terms of crushing results, throughput rate and power consumption.

Steel structure

As an option, customers can order a standardized steel structure for installation of the machine. It features a maintenance platform for the Biogrinder and a ladder.

Technical specifications

Performance data
Type Rotor Diameter Motor
RBG 08 1.000 mm 55 kW / 90 kW
Dimensions and weights
Typ 1) B C D E F G H Weight
RBG 08 510 mm 750 mm 260 mm 780 mm 1.640 mm 2.450 mm 1.280 mm 2.010 mm 3.000 kg

1) Depending on the feed characteristics, data may differ from the information provided.

Technical specifications of customized models may differ from the data provided here. All technical specifications are subject to change due to continuous development. Subject to change without notice.

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Events

Pollutec 2023

10-10-2023 - 10-13-2023
With RESSOR on booth H3-E100 (hall 3)

IFAT India 2023

10-17-2023 - 10-19-2023
Bombay Exhibition Centre, booth F021f (German Pavillon)

Vakbeurs Recycling 2023

11-21-2023 - 11-23-2023
Booth Nr. C118 together with "Scratch Recycling Solutions"

IFAT 2024

5-13-2024 - 5-17-2024

Success stories

Two biogrinders for an organic waste plant in China

November 2022
In China, BHS-Sonthofen is already widely known as a reliable partner for recycling technology. Good word of mouth convinced the operator of a waste recycling plant in Xi’an, Shaanxi Province in northwest China to order two biogrinders for the recycling of kitchen waste. The treated organic material mainly consists of the food waste from homes and restaurants. Some adjustments to meet the specific requirements of the project led to an improved efficiency of the BHS technology with increased biogas production and better process stability.

Crushed it: Transforming waste into energy with the BHS Biogrinder

February 2022
Green energy is not all the same: Indian company Mithras Green Technology uses the Biogrinder of type RBG 08 from BHS-Sonthofen to produce sustainable energy solutions from organic municipal waste. Now the company not only saves valuable resources, but also a lot of time.

An environmentally friendly alternative to peat: The Biogrinder efficiently processes compost

February 2021
The Biogrinder from BHS-Sonthofen is successfully used by a cooperative in northern Germany for the production of an alternative to peat. A mobile plant with a control system from BHS Control Systems was implemented. The plant efficiently shreds surpluses of compost material and produces a substance that is suitable for use as an environmentally friendly alternative to peat. For example, the product is added to the production of potting soil to reduce the amount of peat contained in it.

First Biogrinder for India's biogas industry

December 2019
India generates a large amount of agricultural waste, including crop residues. As burning organic waste is considered to be a major cause of air pollution, the government of India has been offering incentives to mitigate the pollution problem and convert rice straw that is widely available in India into biogas. “Especially in northern part of India, rice straw will be an important raw material for biogas production”, says Neelesh Desai, Managing Director of BHS-Sonthofen India.

Biogrinder for biomass treatment plant

May 2019
The Association for Waste Management Kempten put a biomass treatment plant into operation in 2019. Technology worth about €2.8 million in total ensures that foreign matter is optimally removed from organic waste and green waste to prepare it for fermentation. A BHS-Sonthofen Biogrinder is now used to process and shred this material. Its low power consumption and exceptional shredding results, even for challenging input material, are what make it stand out.

Technical articles in the media

BHS-Sonthofen contributed to biomass projects in the Phillipines

February 2022
USA-based Dole Inc. generates large amounts of pineapple waste, which the company uses to produce biogas in the Philippines. Dole is looking to generate nearly eight MW of power per year at the two plants, Surallah and Polomolok, German company BHS-Sonthofen reported this year. To achieve this goal, the plants deploy Biogrinders from BHS to efficiently process substrate.
GLOBAL RECYCLING, 2-2022

Efficiency in biogas generation

October 2020
BHS-Sonthofen has launched a new, completely redesigned version of the succesful Biogrinder on the market. The Biogrinder is used in biomass processing, where it ensures that biogas is generated efficiently and production is accelerated. The machine is now fitted with a disk rotor and stainless-steel components, making it stand out thanks to its improved durability and flexibility.
recovery, 5 | 2020

Satisfied customers worldwide

Sales contacts

Germany, Austria, Switzerland
MEBA Biogas GmbH
Emil-Eigner-Straße 1
86720 Nördlingen
GERMANY
 
+49 9081 27214-00
info@meba-biogas.de
www.meba-biogas.de
 

Your contact:

Karl-Heinz Bachmann
(Managing Director)

+49 9081 27214-14
+49 171 771 3330 (mobile)
khb@meba-biogas.de

Denmark
Lobe ApS
Fabriksvej 15
6580 Vamdrup
DENMARK

www.lobe.dk
Your contact:
Ejner Iversen
(Managing Director)

+45 76 84 34 84
+45 50 41 28 40 (mobile)
ehi@lobe.dk
Italy & Spain

BIO ENERGY MILL S.r.l.
Via Aurelia, 1100
00166 Rome
ITALY

http://www.bioenergymill.it/

Your contact:

Dr. Cristiano Caponetto
(Sales Director)

+3906661833720 
+393356234638 (mobil) 
c.caponetto@bioenergymill.it

China

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Your contact:
Liu Chen
(Business & Sales Manager | Recycling & Waste Process)

+86 22 82126263
+86 133 0139 2393 (mobile)
liuchen@bhs-sonthofen.cn
India
BHS-Sonthofen (India) Pvt. Ltd.
6-3 252/1/7/B, 3rd floor, Prakash Lights Building
Erramanzil/Banjara Hills
Hyderabad 500 034
INDIA
Your contact:
Himanshu Mavadiya
(Sales Engineer)
+91 40 23315341 / 45
+91 93 93 18 3939 (mobile)
himanshu@bhs-sonthofen.in
Global sales contact
BHS-Sonthofen GmbH
- Sales Recycling Technology -
+49 8321 6099-520

recycling@bhs-sonthofen.com
Your contact:
Reinhold Jäger
(Sales Manager | Recycling Technology)
+49 8321 6099-172
+49 176 10083545 (mobile)
reinhold.jaeger@bhs-sonthofen.com