ANAEROBIC DIGESTION ENHANCER
İncal Digestin, where science meets sustainability to revolutionize biogas production. Our innovative product utilizes the power of natural zeolite, specifically clinoptilolite, to enhance anaerobic digestion processes and optimize biogas yields.
Anaerobic Digestion +
Biogas Generation
Anaerobic digestion is a biologically driven process that breaks down biodegradable materials in the absence of oxygen. The result of this process is biogas, primarily composed of methane, which is an environmentally friendly and renewable energy source. Biogas generation has gained tremendous importance in the context of sustainable energy production and waste management.
The Role of Digestin
in Anaerobic Digestion
Zeolite, specifically clinoptilolite, has emerged as a vital catalyst in the anaerobic digestion process due to its unique properties. Clinoptilolite, a naturally occurring zeolite, possesses a high cation exchange capacity (CEC) arising from its negatively charged lattice structure. This exceptional characteristic allows clinoptilolite to hold positively charged ions, such as ammonium and potassium while making them accessible to microorganisms for growth without leaching into the surrounding medium.
Benefits of İncal Digestin
Increased Methane Production
By promoting higher organic matter degradation, İncal Digestin ensures a remarkable 46% increase in methane production. Furthermore, the biogas produced with the assistance of İncal Digestin exhibits an impressive methane content of 78%, maximizing energy output.
Enhanced Microorganism Development
İncal Digestin provides a conducive environment for the colonization of microorganisms involved in anaerobic digestion. Its large surface area immobilizes microorganisms, preventing their washout and enabling a surface for growth and reproduction. As a result, hydrolytic and methanogenic microorganisms experience a 100-fold increase in population, enhancing biogas production.
Odor and VOC Control
The high cation exchange capacity of İncal Digestin effectively reduces odors and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) during the anaerobic digestion process. By sequestering ammonium nitrogen into its lattice, İncal Digestin prevents the release of ammonia gas, reducing aerosol odors.
Digestate Production and Soil Manure Quality
İncal Digestin contributes to reduced odor during field application of digestate, making it more pleasant and environmentally friendly. Additionally, the fertilizer value of the digestate is enhanced as nitrogen and potash are held in the clinoptilolite lattice, making it lighter and more cost-effective to handle. Furthermore, the slow release of ammonia from İncal Digestin-amended digestate improves nitrogen absorption by plants, enriching the soil manure.
Groundwater Pollution Reduction
By retaining ammonium in its lattice, İncal Digestin prevents its conversion into nitrates and nitrites, reducing the risk of groundwater contamination, and promoting ecological sustainability.
Scientific Studies Confirm
Digestin's Effectiveness
Numerous scientific studies have substantiated the efficacy of zeolite in enhancing anaerobic digestion and biogas production.
Colonization of Activated Clinoptilolite Zeolite
Research confirms that activated clinoptilolite zeolite efficiently colonizes with microorganisms in anaerobic cultures and bioreactors during biogas production from grass silage. This colonization facilitates pronounced hydrolytic enzyme activity, further increasing biogas yields.
Effect on Swine Waste Digestion
Controlled doses of zeolite between 2 - 4 g/l in swine waste digestion favored the process, resulting in higher biogas production. Doses exceeding 6 g/l inhibited the process due to increased medium viscosity, emphasizing the importance of controlled dosing for optimal results.
Anaerobic Digestion of Cow Manure
Zeolite immobilized in a batch reactor with cow manure significantly increased methane yield by reducing ammonia accumulation. The ion exchange capability of zeolite effectively prevented ammonia-related inhibition, ensuring an efficient anaerobic digestion process.
Benefits in Anaerobic Digestion
Clinoptilolite, the key component of İncal Digestin, imparts several critical benefits to the anaerobic digestion process.
Increased Methane Production
İncal Digestin enhances the degradation of organic matter, leading to a substantial increase in methane production, maximizing energy output.
Microorganism Development
İncal Digestin provides a conducive environment for the growth and reproduction of essential microorganisms, enhancing the efficiency of the anaerobic digestion process.
Odor and VOC Control
İncal Digestin's high cation exchange capacity effectively reduces odors and volatile organic compounds (VOCs) during anaerobic digestion, improving the environmental impact of the process.
Digestate Production and Soil Manure Quality
By improving digestive quality and reducing odors during the application, İncal Digestin contributes to more sustainable and effective soil manure practices.
Groundwater Pollution Reduction
İncal Digestin's ability to retain ammonium prevents its conversion into nitrates and nitrites, reducing groundwater contamination and promoting eco-friendly practices.