Laboratory equipment for biomass pyrolysis

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Description

Biochar research is gaining global recognition for its role in net zero technologies, particularly through its impact on carbon capture and storage. Numerous studies have demonstrated the long-term carbon retention potential of biochar. Today, universities, laboratories, and carbon removal developers are actively testing biomass pyrolysis conditions and feedstocks to optimize both product quality and climate benefits. Supporting this effort requires advanced laboratory pyrolysis equipment — capable of precise control, wide temperature ranges, and compatibility with diverse materials.

GreenPower presents a biomass pyrolysis laboratory unit designed for testing, analysis, and research applications. The system enables precise temperature control, syngas characterization, and efficiency evaluation of various feedstock types.

Application

The installation enables:

Pyrolytic decomposition of plant biomass, polymers, rubber products and other carbon-containing materials in a range of 200 to 800 °C
Analysis of the obtained fractions: solid phase (biochar), liquid condensates, and gases (syngas)
Selection of optimal parameters for industrial scaling
Evaluation of the influence of feedstock type and temperature on the composition and yield of the products

Samples of raw materials and biochar for research

Technical Specifications

• Feedstock: crushed biomass with moisture ≤15%, size <10 mm
• Pyrolysis temperature: 200–800 °C (adjustable according to customer requirements)
• Processing capacity: ≥ 5 kg/h
• Reactor size: Ø133 × 2264 mm
• Heat source: electric heating system designed by GreenPower
• Installed power: 12 kW
• Overall dimensions: 4 m × 2.5 m × 3.5 m (L × W × H)

Design Features

• PID temperature control
Intelligent temperature regulation and monitoring system ensuring high precision and process stability.

• Intuitive control panel
Simple and safe operation via a specialized control panel.

• Syngas sampling access
Special interfaces allow gas collection for analysis or combustion testing.

• Integrated syngas burners and flame temperature sensor
For simulating thermochemical processes with pyrolysis product combustion.

• Pre-assembled modular design
All components are mounted on a common platform with pre-factory testing. The unit is delivered fully assembled in a standard 20-foot container—minimal on-site installation required.

Optional Online Syngas Monitoring Module

Enables real-time tracking of gas composition and properties:
• Dynamic graphs: composition, ratios, calorific value
• Detectable gases: CO, CH₄, H₂, CO₂, N₂, C₂H₆, C₃H₈, CₙHₘ
• Customizable analysis configuration per customer requirements

Advantages of GreenPower’s Laboratory Unit

• Precise temperature regulation
• Integration with analytical and data logging systems
• Ideal for universities, research centers, R&D departments, and startups
• Standalone module with no complex installation required
• Quick commissioning and easy operation

Ready to test your feedstock or collect your own data?

Contact the GreenPower team—we’ll provide a tailored solution for your needs, assist with configuration selection, and offer full technical support.