Solid Feedstock Injection | Services for Biogas Plants | Ahaus-Ottenstein

Solid Feed Injection, Liquid Feeding, and Substrate Preparation for Stable Biogas Processes

Solid Feedstock Injection for Biogas Plants

Solid feedstock injection is one of the key process steps in a biogas plant. Stable biological processes and high gas yields can only be achieved if silage, manure, grass, GPS, or other organic residues are metered in a controlled manner, processed, and fed evenly into the digester. We design and integrate solid feed solutions tailored specifically to the substrate used, the plant size, and the respective plant design.

No two biogas plants are alike. That is why we assess the entire plant situation before recommending a solution.

Screw Conveyor Technology and
Dosing Systems
for Controlled Substrate Feed

Consistent feeding into the digester is crucial for the process stability of a biogas plant. Using state-of-the-art screw conveyor technology and custom-designed conveying systems, we ensure precise dosing of a wide variety of biomass, such as corn silage, grass silage, manure, or organic waste.

  • Consistent Feeding of the Digester
  • Customized dosing rates for different substrates
  • Reduction of process fluctuations
  • Retrofitting and integration into existing plants possible

Suitable for

Tanks with membrane roofs

Tanks with concrete roofs

Liquid Injection and
Mixing Technology
for Optimal Substrate Preparation

In liquid feeding, solids are mixed with recirculate or slurry and processed into a homogeneous biosuspension. This allows even challenging or fiber-rich substrates to be efficiently introduced into the biological process. We design systems for facilities of various sizes, up to a storage volume of 350 m³, and, if required, also offer modular container systems, including planning, installation, and integration.

  • Production of a pumpable biosuspension
  • Improved distribution of floating and sinking layers
  • Efficient use of existing substrate resources

Suitable for

Tanks with membrane roofs

Tanks with concrete roofs

Shredding and Foreign Object Separation to Protect Plant Equipment

Fiber-rich substrates, foreign objects, or coarse particles can place a significant strain on pumps, piping, and agitators. Modern shredding technology reduces fiber lengths, improves pumpability, and protects downstream components from damage and premature wear.

  • Fewer clogs in pumps and piping
  • Protection of pumps, agitators, and piping systems
  • Reduction in maintenance and repair costs
  • Foreign-object management leads to greater operational reliability

Suitable for

Container with a plastic roof

Container with a concrete roof

Solid Waste Disposal Services

Comprehensive plant technology for biogas and biomethane

We support you in the planning, expansion, modernization and maintenance of biogas and biomethane plants. With technical expertise, practical solutions and fast response times, we support projects ranging from individual plant components to complete plant solutions.

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What types of solid materials can be fed into a biogas plant?

Various solid substrates, such as corn and grass silage, whole-plant silage, or other organic feedstocks, can be fed into biogas plants. The types of solids that can be processed depend on the plant’s technology, the substrate characteristics, and the specific feeding system. We tailor the solid feedstock feeding process to the conditions of your biogas plant and the substrates used.

Shredding prepares solid and fiber-rich substrates for further processing in the biogas plant. Smaller, more uniform particles facilitate conveyance and mixing and can reduce the risk of blockages as well as the strain on downstream plant components. Appropriate substrate preparation thus supports reliable and consistent plant operation.

Yes, a solid feed system can be retrofitted or modernized in many existing biogas plants. The appropriate solution depends, among other things, on the existing plant technology, the spatial conditions, the substrates used, and the desired feed rate. We assess the existing plant and develop a solid feed system that can be integrated into the existing process as effectively as possible.

In liquid feeding systems for biogas plants, substrates are mixed with liquid or processed into a pumpable medium and then introduced into the fermentation process. This allows the substrates to be conveyed in a controlled manner and fed into the process uniformly. It is crucial that the preparation, pumping technology, and feeding be tailored to the substrates used and the requirements of the respective biogas plant.