Operating CHP Biogas plants

Discover how to effectively and economically operate combined heat and power (CHP) plants with biogas. Explore our industry-leading, comprehensive, and fully integrated solutions for biogas cleaning. Don’t hesitate to contact us, we're always here to help: We’ll help get the most out of it!

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What is a CHP biogas plant?

Combined heat and power (CHP) biogas plants generate biogas through the anaerobic digestion of organic materials such as agricultural waste, manure, and food scraps. After undergoing gas conditioning and drying with an activated carbon gas filter, the treated biogas is used to produce both electricity and heat.

The electricity can either be fed into the grid or used locally, while the heat can be utilized for heating or industrial processes, enhancing energy efficiency and reducing costs. CHP systems contribute to environmental sustainability by lowering CO₂ emissions and offering independence from external energy suppliers.

Unsure which combination of gas conditioning, drying, and filtration components is best for your facility? We’re here to help with free, no-obligation advice — contact us today!

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Biogas as fuel for CHP plants

Combined heat and power (CHP) plants utilize cogeneration technology, allowing them to operate with any fuel or heat source at temperatures of 200°C or higher. In addition to traditional fossil fuels like lignite and heating oil, cogeneration plants can also run on renewable energy sources such as biogas, sewage gas, or landfill gas. In Germany, CHP plants powered by renewable energy are financially supported by regulations like the Combined Heat and Power Act (KWKG) and the Renewable Energy Sources Act (EEG).

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Product overview

Gas filtration

Use activated carbon filters to purify your gas of trace contaminants such as H2S, siloxanes, and VOCs. This is an essential requirement for the stable and efficient operation of energy recovery installations.

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Gas conditioning

Directly after exiting the digester or fermentation tank, biogas cannot be purfied or processed downstream in an economically efficient manner. This is because it has the wrong properties and composition, for instance high water content, low gas pressure, is free of oxygen etc. Siloxa offers the necessary technical components for gas conditioning to rectify this. These components can also be combined and delivered as pre-assembled compact modules. These compact gas conditioning systems ensure reliable gas transport through extended pipelines.

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Gas drying

Gas drying removes water vapor from gas, making it a specific form of gas conditioning. Find all information about our cost-effective and efficient gas drying systems for biogas, sewage gas, and landfill gas.

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Overview of our services

Explore how SILOXA can help with different services for your gas cleaning and conditioning installations. From technical advice and support, to full-service activated carbon management, including exchange and delivery of activated carbon, we can provide everything to help make your plant operate more efficiently, and make your life easier. Many successful plant operators have already discovered the benefits of SILOXA’s comprehensive service offering.

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What type of activated carbon do I need for my plant?

Based on a simple gas analysis, we establish the right solution for the efficient operation of your gas plant. Benefit from our experience and obtain a free consultation today!

Why does SILOXA prefer to discuss activated carbon in liters and not in kg?

Our market-leading activated carbon filters, have a maximum filling capacity in liters. To ensure your filter is always at optimal performance, our  high-quality activated carbon is measured and delivered in liters, not kilograms. The same applies for filters supplied by other manufacturers.

Why is high-quality activated carbon so light?

The lower the specific weight of activated carbon (in g/l or kg/m³), the higher the pore volume of the activated carbon. A high pore volume means a lager contact surface, which leads to better purification. High pore volume is a quality characteristic of high-quality activated carbon.

The SILOXA difference

SILOXA provides industry-leading solutions for the efficient and sustainable filtration, conditioning, and drying of biogas, sewage gas, and landfill gas. With our innovative product range, wide selection of cost-effective and specialized activated carbon, and comprehensive ‘one-stop-shop’ services, we not only help you to maximize the profitability of your biogenic gas plant, but also support your contribution to the energy transition.

Why work with us:

  • Years of experience and expertise: benefit from our knowledge, even under complex circumstances.
  • Superior product quality: our experience and continuous development, helps us maintain the highest standards.
  • Individual consultation and planning: our engineers are able to create tailored concepts and solutions.
  • Comprehensive services: from planning and installation to consultation, let us take care of everything running smoothly.
  • Sustainable solutions: we stand for resource-efficient products and processes.
  • Increased profitability: efficient biogenic cleaning reduces operating costs and boosts your profitability.
  • Optimal plant performance and gas quality: our systems help you achieve the highest output quality.
  • Reliable partnership: we foster collaborative relationships based on mutual respect

 

Choose SILOXA for quality, efficiency, and sustainability! Contact us today for a free, no-obligation consultation.

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