Waste management in the meat processing industry: Conversion of paunch and DAF sludge into solid fuel.

摘要: Abstract This article addresses the novel dewatering process of immersion-frying paunch and dissolved air flotation (DAF) sludge to produce high energy pellets. Literature have been analysed address feasibility replacing conventional boiler fuel at meat processing facilities with paunch-DAF pellets (capsules). The value proposition pelleting frying this mixture into is based on a Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA). CBA information derived from literature consultation Australian Meat Processing Industry. calorific properties cake solids DAF were predicted industry validate product. study shows that concept pelletizing economically feasible. complete produces content per kilogram equivalent coal. estimated cost new product half price coal payback period be between 1.8 3.2 years. Further research required for proof concept, identify technical challenges associated integrating technology existing plants.