Next-Generation Biomass Processing

Qualterra’s patented biomass processing technology combines time-proven gasification and energy generating processes with modern, automated control systems to convert biomass into renewable energy and biochar. The Biomass Processing Unit (BPU) is housed in a rugged, modular shipping container and paired with various input and output modules, and is adaptable to accommodate a variety of biomass types and site requirements.

Highlights of our BPU Technology

  • Cleanly eliminates biomass waste.
  • Designed to process nearly any ag waste – including high-silica field residue – into high quality, consistent biochar.
  • Controlled parameters to get consistent product every time.
  • Deployable, portable and scalable to meet demand.
  • Fully autonomous, continuous feed gasification system.
  • Eliminates waste and produces clean, renewable energy.
  • Designed for high volume manufacturing.
  • Technology covered by four US patents.
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Qualterra biomass processing technologies reduce agricultural waste by turning it into biochar, a beneficial soil amendment, that improves plant health. Additionally, energy created by the biomass processing unit can then be captured and utilized in a variety of capacities.

Biomass Processing Units Offer an Integrated Solution to Process Waste and Renew Soils

BPU Overview

Qualterra’s patented Biomass Processing Unit (BPU) transforms agricultural waste into renewable energy and biochar. Housed in a rugged, modular container, the BPU integrates automated controls and modular flexibility to handle a wide range of biomass types and site conditions.

Qualterra’s BPU technologies and biochar are listed and registered on the Climate Action Reserve Registry (CAR) under their U.S. Biochar Protocol.

High-Quality Biochar

Our BPU delivers consistent biochar that can enhance soil health, boost crop yields, and reduce water and fertilizer use. The porous structure improves nutrient retention, microbial activity, and root development.

Our BPU stabilizes carbon creating high-quality, consistent biochar, that can enhance soil health, boost crop yields, and reduce water and fertilizer use. The porous structure improves water and nutrient retention and microbial activity.

Energy Generation

The BPU produces syngas for heating or electricity, offering a cost-effective energy solution for farms, greenhouses, packing houses, and industrial facilities.

Smart, Low-Maintenance Design

With continuous flow operation and remote monitoring, the BPU requires minimal oversight. Our engineers work with you to ensure seamless integration with your agricultural systems.

Technical Specifications

Safety

  • Continuous monitoring of process temperatures, pressures, and flow rates
  • Remote operation via cellular network
  • Self-diagnosis and auto-correction
  • Fully enclosed
  • Automated shutdown

Mobility & Flexbility

  • Fully ruggedized, mounted in a 20 ft shipping container
  • Movable from four standard lift and four standard jack points
  • Customizable input and output modules tailored to each user’s unique feedstock and energy needs
  • Controller selectable feedstock

Integration & Automation

  • Continuous feedstock supply offering unattended operation
  • Automated biochar offloading to existing external storage
  • Control system integrated across all feed and output modules
  • Equipment integrates seamlessly with each user’s operations and management
  • Standard connections to make installation simple

Dimensions

21’ x 8’ 5” x 14’ 3”

Operating Range

0º – 100ºF

Carbon credits registered with the Climate Action Reserve, www.climateactionreserve.org

Scalable Options

BPU

Feedstock Input

Biochar Output

Power Input

Power Output

CO2 Offset

1X

450 tons/year

112 tons/year

3 kW

100 kW

286 tons

4X

1,800 tons/year

450 tons/year

12 kW

400 kW

1,144 tons

12X

5,400 tons/year

1,350 tons/year

36 kW

1.2 MW

3,432 tons

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