Peat briquettes
Peat briquettes are a solid fuel produced by mechanical processing and pressing of dried peat into compact shapes. They feature uniform size and shape, lower moisture content compared with raw peat, and more stable combustion behavior. Peat briquettes have a medium lower heating value, lower than coal but higher than wet raw biomass, and are used as a locally available fuel for heat, steam, and, in certain systems, electricity generation. Due to their compact form and easier handling compared with loose peat, they are suitable for small and medium boiler plants designed for solid fuels.
Category
- Biomass
- Solid biofuel based on peat (plant-origin organic sediment)
- Renewable or slow-renewable energy source, depending on extraction practices and peat formation rate
Variations
- Standard peat briquettes for firing in boilers and stoves
- Briquettes with different densities and moisture contents tailored to specific combustion systems
- Various shapes (cylindrical, rectangular) and piece weights for manual or mechanical feeding
- Packed in bales or bags for smaller users, bulk delivery for boiler houses and small energy plants
Applications In The Industry
Energy systems
In energy systems, peat briquettes are used in small and medium boiler houses, heating plants, and combined heat and steam generation units, mainly in regions with developed peat extraction. They can be fired in grate-fired boilers or biomass boilers designed for solid biofuels with similar particle size. Peat briquettes are suitable for small district heating systems, local heating centers, and boiler rooms of public buildings where a local supply chain for peat briquettes exists. In some cases, they are also applied in small-scale cogeneration plants for combined heat and power, provided that the boiler and turbine equipment are adapted to this specific fuel.
Industry
In industrial applications, peat briquettes serve as a fuel for small and medium steam and hot-water boilers, mainly in food processing, wood processing, and light manufacturing industries, where moderate heat demand and access to local fuels are typical. They are commonly used for process steam and hot-water generation, as well as for supplying dryers and smaller process furnaces. Their use is particularly relevant in areas with limited access to natural gas or expensive liquid fuels, where peat briquettes can partially or fully replace fossil solid fuels, subject to appropriate adjustment of the combustion systems.
Benefits Of Use
- More stable and homogeneous combustion compared with loose peat
- Possibility to use a locally available fuel and reduce dependence on imported fossil fuels
- Reduced storage and handling effort compared with uncompacted biomass
- Potentially lower sulphur and certain pollutant emissions compared with low-grade coals, when fired in properly designed boilers
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