The increasing volume of waste sent to landfill each year means that solutions and better waste management need to be implemented to contribute to a more sustainable environment in the short and long term.

Refuse-derived fuels (RDF) are fuels made from hazardous and non-hazardous materials and wastes, thus giving them a useful use as an energy generator that they did not have before. The composition of this fuel comes from elements such as plastics, paper and cardboard, textiles and wood, among others. In addition, it is a very light product that does not emit harmful odours, appearing in small particles of up to 4 cm in size.

CDR process

The first step in obtaining fuels derived from waste consists of collecting the aforementioned waste and materials that cannot be recycled. After transporting them to the treatment plant, they will be crushed, washed and dried with specific machinery for alternative fuels. Once all the treatment has been carried out, the product prepared for energy assessment will be obtained.

Advantages of refuse derived fuels

One of the main uses of RDF, and one of the most beneficial, is that it can be used to replace fossil fuels, thus significantly reducing their consumption, with the resulting benefits for society and the environment.

The use of these alternative fuels allows for improved emissions management and better utilisation of the industrial installation. This results in positive energy efficiency outcomes that will have a positive impact on both business and society.

Industrial machinery for alternative fuels

At Domenech Maquinaria we develop installations and machines to deal with waste and transform it into alternative fuel, offering machinery solutions for all phases of the production process. Contact us for more information and to have more complete and efficient industrial facilities.