Description
This biomass pyrolysis pilot unit is designed for the controlled thermochemical conversion of solid biomass into bio-oil, permanent gases, and solid char under oxygen-free conditions. The unit enables the study and optimization of fast and intermediate pyrolysis routes, with precise control of operating parameters such as temperature, residence time, and heating rate. It is suitable for a wide range of biomass feedstocks, including agricultural residues, wood waste, and other lignocellulosic materials. The unit is engineered as a flexible, skid-mounted system integrating biomass feeding, pyrolysis reactor, vapor quenching and condensation, solid separation, and gas handling. Its modular architecture allows configuration adjustments to support process development, catalyst testing (when applicable), and scale-up studies. Designed for continuous operation, it provides reliable mass and energy balances and produces representative products for downstream upgrading or characterization.
Features
Oxygen-free pyrolysis reactor with accurate temperature and residence-time control
Continuous solid biomass feeding and char discharge system
Multi-stage vapor condensation for bio-oil recovery
Integrated gas handling and measurement for non-condensable gases
Modular skid design enabling customization and future process extensions
Benefits
* Enables rapid evaluation of biomass-to-bio-oil pathways under industrially relevant conditions
* Supports process optimization and scale-up with reproducible and well-instrumented operation
* Provides high-quality liquid, gas, and solid products for detailed analytical and upgrading studies
