AN IMPROVED MACHINE FOR CONVERTING SAWDUST AND OTHER FINE CARBONACEOUS MATERIALS INTO CHARCOAL
Field / Industry: Energy
Agency: Forest Products Research and Development Institute (FPRDI)
Patent Number / Registration Number: 2-2009-00329
Status of Application: Granted
Brief Description / Features of the Technology:
An improved machine for converting sawdust and other fine carbonaceous materials by direct carbonization method into charcoal suitable for charcoal briquettes, soil conditioner, potting medium and other similar applications, installed in an inclined position comprising a raw material feeding section equipped with hopper detachably held there from, a furnace beneath the lower end of carbonizing section consists of ash bin and fire box with plurality of grates and a separate heat resistant receiver with air tight cover for charcoal cooling, said improved machine is held by collapsible support joined by bolts and nuts or any other means.
Problem Addressed:
- Fixed type machine difficult to transport to other areas
- Plate cover for trough conducts heat that is a health hazard to user
- No provision to regulate flow of carbonaceous material during carbonization
Advantages:
- Portable
- Minimizes heat loss
- Protects the user from heat radiation
Market Potential / Application:
Wood/Lumber industry
Inventors / Authors:
Belen B. Bisana
Calixto T. Lulo