Track: Environmental Engineering
Abstract
This work focused on the design and development of a bio coal pelletizing machine to enhance the energy efficiency of bio coal produced from biomass. A bio coal pelletizing machine with potential to pelletize 69 tons/day bio coal was developed with stainless steel as the material of construction. The mode of operation was batch wise and a residence time of 2.5 hours is required. Health and safety consideration during the operation of the bio coal pelletizer were considered through a detailed HAZOP analysis and establish a process control around the pelletizer.