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Biomass as Fuel in Small Boilers
Chart 1: Logistics of Biomass Collection
Figure 2-1 Logistics of biomass collection
It is difficult to ensure availability of any particular type of biomass throughout
the entire year. A variety of types of biomass necessitate different types of
collection and handling equipment. Most of the common biomass fuels, such as
Cajurina branches, cotton stalk, husks, sugar cane trash, spent coffee waste,
coconut, etc., require special types of handling machines, which add up to
additional capital investment.
The major problem is the low bulk density of biomass fuels, which results
in lower tonnage per vehicle, spillage from open lorries or trucks, and higher
transportation cost. The transportation cost constitutes a significant portion of
the landed cost of biomass. Therefore, care should be taken to use baling for
loose biomass in order to minimize extra transportation expense.
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