Repowering or modernisation
Efficient and future-proof for industry and commerce
Repowering of biogas plants includes targeted modernisation and optimisation of existing plants to maximise efficiency and profitability and adapt the plants to the latests technological, legal and control-related requirements. TEWE offers comprehensive repowering solutions to make the sustainable operation of biogas plants for industrial and commercial applications future-proof.
Why repowering?
Many existing biogas plants which were built several years ago are no longer optimised due to technological advancements and new legal framework conditions. TEWE supports companies in the industrial and commercial sector with over 25 years of experience in PLC control technology, offering modern control and monitoring systems to automate processes, improve monitoring and minimise downtimes. Modernising plants improves their efficiency and extends their service life, which is especially valuable in industry and commerce.
Important goals and measures in repowering
- Increased gas production
Optimised fermentation processes and expanding the substrate base can increase the gas yield. - Increased energy efficiency
Modern technologies reduce the plant’s energy requirements. Efficiency is boosted further by the renewal of the combined heat and power unit (CHP), which is particularly beneficial for companies in the industrial sector. - Increased capacity
Structural modifications and additional digesters enable the processing of larger quantities of substrate and a wider variety of raw materials (such as energy crops and industrial waste). The integration of additional fermenters reduces dependencies on specific substrates and strengthens the security of supply for commercial applications. - Integration of heat accumulators and heat utilisation
The use of waste heat to support heating increases the plant’s economic efficiency. TEWE offers heat accumulator solutions which enable flexible and efficient heat utilisation, offering an added benefit for industrial applications. - Improving the operational safety
New technologies and components contribute to more stable operation, reduce maintenance costs and minimise the risk of breakdowns – crucial for continuous production processes in industry. - Reduced operating costs
Energy-efficient machines and advanced automation reduce operating costs and make the plant more cost-effective, which is of particular interest for commercial operators.
Benefits of repowering biogas plants for industry and commerce
- Improved profitability: More efficient processes and optimised energy utilisation reduce operating costs and increase profits.
- Longer operating and service life: Modernisation using high-quality components increases the service life of the plant.
- Adaptation to legal requirements: Modernisation ensures that all legal requirements are met.
- Better use of subsidies: Adapting to the latest technologies and structures enables optimal use of subsidy programmes for commercial users.
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