Advantages of the IBR System
The IBR has superior performance as measured by conventional anaerobic digester technologies. The key feature of the IBR is in it's ability to treat volatile solid destruction and eliminate odour at the same time maximising gas production whilst achieving these results in a short Hydraulic Rentention Time (HRT).
| KEY EVALUATION CRITERIA: | IBR PROCESS (Typical): | OTHER ANAEROBIC PROCESSES: | IBR ADVANTAGES: |
|---|---|---|---|
| Retention Time (Treatment Cycle) |
5 days | 20+ days | Reduction in Capital Costs, Smaller system footprint |
| Solids Reduction | 50%+ | 30-50% | Higher Gas Production, Improved compost Quality |
| Gas Quality (% Methane) |
> 70% | 45-60% | Gas is Easier to Use |
| Gas Quality (H2S) |
<800 ppm | 1200+ ppm (typical) | Less Conditioning Needed |
| System Design | Pre-engineered Modular Scalable |
Fixed Capacity Expansion requires site work | Lower startup costs, Expandable to meet Changing needs |
| Control System | Fully Automated | Variable levels of automation | Excellent system control, Superior Reliablity |
