Characterization of grape pomace and pyrenean oak pellets

Abstract One possibility for the elimination of the by-products generated in the viticulture industry can be their densification for subsequent use as a solid biofuel. In this work, washed grape pomace has been considered due to its thermal characteristics. Since it could show problems in the densification process, other by-products such as pyrenean oak residues, with good pelleting properties and available in this region, are also used. So that, samples of different concentrations from both residues were densified by means of a flat die pelletizer, obtaining pellets of 6 mm diameter. The densified samples were characterized in terms of the proximate and ultimate analyses, heating value and physical characteristics such as durability or bulk density. Also, the combustion profile of the pellets was studied by thermogravimetry and inorganic emissions such as sulphur dioxide and nitric oxide were considered, by means of coupled mass spectrometry (TG-MS). The results obtained showed that both residues show good characteristics for their densification and manufacture in pellets. Also, they show good physical and thermal properties for its use as biofuel, as well as its different blends. Therefore, it is possible to give a more efficient energetic use to both residues.

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