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The Biobaler Harvesting System is a simple concept. In a single pass, with only one operator, the Biobaler cuts and compacts biomass into a dense round bale. Bales can then be collected on site at any time after harvest. The philosophy behind the Biobaler Harvesting System is to use a small dimension harvester to collect and densify the biomass in the field to reduce the ecological footprint. The shape and density of the bales allow for more cost-efficient transportation from the field to the processing facility with conventional equipment. At this point, the biomass can be processed according to the facility's specifications with more efficient equipment. Bales can be delivered directly to the plant or be stored in the field for future use. Bales of biomass will not deteriorate during the storage process over a long period, even if they are harvested in very wet conditions. An advantage of this technology is that biomass bales dry out naturally without risk of spontaneous combustion, thereby increasing their heat potential, unlike a pile of woodchips, which will rot.
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Each bale contains around 1MW/hr of energy, depending on the type of vegetation. The Biobaler can produce up to 40 bales/hr (20 tons/hr) on plantations and 15-18 bales/hr (8-10 tons/hr) in natural environments. The BioBaler can collect different species of shrubs, brush and trees up to 10 cm (4 inches) in diameter. Up until now, the Biobaler Harvesting System is the only economically viable technology able to collect natural brush. |
