Biomass-fuelled Indirect Air Heater for Agro-processing Industries: Design Approach
P REUPKE and A S TARIQ

Wood or other biomass is often used as a fuel for the process heat for drying agricultural products such as tea and coffee. This book describes existing biomass-fired systems giving an outline of different air heaters commonly in use. The design procedure for a more efficient air heater with an output in the range of 300 to 400 kW is described.The performance and costs of this improved heater are compared with a traditional system.By providing a basic design rationale for efficient drying systems, this book will be of interest to engineers in agricultural processing industries in developing countries.

Biomass Combustion Systems: A Guide for Monitoring and Efficient Operation
A S TARIQ, P REUPKE and G SARWAR

The second in a series of publications which will be of interest to plant operators and researchers in the field of biomass combustion, and students of engineering. It is part of a continuing effort to improve the efficient use of fuelwood and where possible, to encourage replacement of fuelwood with agricultural and forestry residues such as rice husks and sawdust.

1993
£7.50
15pp
ISBN 0859543412

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The Development of a Multi-chambered Brick-built Furnace Fuelled by Sawdust
A S TARIQ, R J LIPSCOMBE and A P ROBINSON

Describes the development work on the combustion of sawdust in a furnace designed to be built using local materials and skills. Potential use of the system would be in sawmills and furniture workshops, where sawdust is generated and there is a process heat requirement.

1993
£7.50
18pp
ISBN 0859543285

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A Timber-drying System Fuelled by Sawdust
A P ROBINSON, R C MARDER and H C COOTE

Describes the successful application of a particulate wood waste burner to a 16 m3-capacity timber drying kiln. Of interest to sawmillers and wood processors who have a timber drying requirement and a supply of particulate wood waste.

1993
£7.50
18pp
ISBN 0859543242

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Survey of Equipment for Small-scale Motive Power and Electricity Generation from Wood and Agricultural Residues
E A WILLIAMS and A P ROBINSON

Summarizes a world-wide survey to assess the availability of commercial steam engines, steam turbines and Stirling engines providing up to 150 kW electrical or mechanical power output and suitable for use in conjunction with a biomass-fuelled system.

1993
£7.50
15pp
ISBN 0859543269

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Review of the Activated Carbon Industry and Scope for Oil Palm Kernel Shell as a Raw Material
P REUPKE and A DUFF

Examines the different raw materials, types and applications of activated carbon, plus the processes involved in the production of various carbons. The scope for the use of oil palm kernel shell as a potential feedstock for activation is considered in detail. A critical examination of the market potential of the new product is recommended.

1992
£5.00
14pp
ISBN 0859543048

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Biomass Combustion Systems: Flue Gas Losses and Equipment Efficiency
G R BREAG, P J JOSEPH and A S TARIQ

This book contains easy-to-use graphical methods to evaluate the gas losses. It will be of use to plant operators and researchers in biomass combustion.

1992
£5.00
20pp
ISBN 0859543064

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Wood Carbonization Unit: Design and Development of a Prototype with Recovery of Waste Heat
G R BREAG, A C HOLLINGDALE, R KRISHNAN, A P ROBINSON and J COULTER

Conventional methods of charcoal production lose about half the energy in the conversion process. This publication details a carbonization unit which enables both efficient recovery of waste heat and realistic performance predictions to be made for its use in associated processes.

1992
£5.00
24pp
ISBN 0859543188

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Wood and Agricultural Residue Combustion Systems: Survey of Commercially Available Equipment
G SARWAR, G AWILLIAMS and A P ROBINSON

Intended as a guide for existing and prospective users of biomass combustion equipment in developing countries in the initial stages of equipment consideration, selection and procurement. Includes descriptions of types of systems available and their operation.

1992
£7.50
ISBN 0859543005

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Heat Production from Sawdust: Construction and Operation of a Suspension Burner for Applications in Forest Industries
A P ROBINSON and G R BREAG