Renewable energy production

FAQ

What is the Turboplasma process? 
TurboPlasma is a plasma syngas cleaner (plasma scrubbing process) that raises gasification yield for auto-thermal gasifiers. 
TurboPlasma is fed syngas produced by an auto-thermal gasifier. The plasma torch raises the syngas temperature locally, increasing process efficiency and improving syngas purity. 

Can I obtain renewable energy from the TurboPlasma process? 
The Europlasma TurboPlasma process aims to increase the furnace exit temperature locally, making it possible to obtain purer gas for energy production (electricity or bio-diesel)

Can TurboPlasma treat the syngas obtained with my gasifier? 
Europlasma has developed a simulation tool allowing us to give you a quick answer tailored to your situation on how TurboPlasma can optimise your process. Please contact us at contact@europlasma.com for more details.

What is the difference between pyrolysis (or thermolysis) and gasification? 
Pyrolysis (or thermolysis) and gasification are two thermal processes aimed at treating waste containing a combustible fraction. Those processes are characterized by a treatment applied without oxygen (pyrolysis) or with a small quantity of oxygen (gasification). These 2 process families lead to the production of a poor gas, which is most often recycled (burned) on site with low excess air. This is where it is interesting to use the TurboPlasma process, since it enhances syngas quality. Pyrolysis generates a solid by-product (minerals, metals), as well as a carbon-rich combustible fraction. The gasification process generates a solid by-product, which also comprises the incombustible fraction of the treated waste but which only has a very small amount of carbon (unlike the solid pyrolysis residue). After separating the metals, this by-product can be vitrified for recycling using Europlasma technology.