The NSW EPA has strict requirements for applying organics to land.
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Equipment Overview& Equipment Details
Equipment Details
Make, Model & Classification
| Name | Food Waste Composter |
| Model | CLO500 |
| Classification | Organics Processing |
Operations
| Description or Purpose | Processes up to 1000kg food waste/day, accepting all kinds of food waste with the exception of bulk oils or large meat bones. The process is continuous, so food waste can be loaded at any time, up to the daily capacity. Within 24-hours the food waste is reduced by 80-90% and converted into a nutrient-rich resource, suitable for use on lawns, vegetable gardens and most garden beds. Used to capacity the CLO500 will divert around 365 tons of food waste from landfill and produce around 73 ton of soil conditioner per annum. |
| Operating Principles | The process uses a combination of microbes, heat, agitation and air flow within an enclosed chamber to process the food waste. The application of heat means the material is pasteurised, destroying harmful bacteria such as E.coli, salmonella and campylobacter. The unit is offloaded weekly, with approx. 1/3 of the material being left in the unit as starter material for the next load of food waste (ie. the unit is never completely emptied so the microbial material is not an ongoing expense). |
| Additional Information | Because the units are aerated the waste is broken down aerobically and there are no unpleasant sulphur odours generated. The smell is mild and often described as similar to fermenting apples, rum and raisin or Christmas pudding! The number of general waste bins/skips required and associated collection costs will be reduced by about half for most establishments. The odour and pests around bins will be gone! On-site processing of food waste not only stops methane production at the landfill but also reduces transportation. The greenhouse gas savings are significant! |
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Recyclables Processed & Productivity
Recyclables Processed
Target Recyclables and Productivity Rates
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Processing Capacity - Treatment (kg per week) |
Storage Capacity (kg per batch) |
Operating Life (machine hrs) |
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Food Organics | 1 | 7000 | 1000 | * |
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Productivity
Life Expectancy
| Operating Life - Years | * |
Level of Automation
| Operating Mode | Continuous |
| Degree of Automation | Fully automated - materials placed into system and process automated |
Labour Requirements
| Number of Operators | 1 |
| Operator Time (per cycle in mins.) |
30min |
Consumables Required
| Consumables | none |
Service Requirements
| Service Freq. (Tonnes) | 0 |
| Service Freq. (Months) | 3 |
| Downtime per Service (hours) | 0 |
Periodic Cleaning Requirements
| Periodic Cleaning | None |
Loading & Unloading Equipment
| Manual Handling Loading | Manual |
| Manual Handling Unloading | Other |
| If Other (specify) | Manually-assisted automation |
Work Health and Safety & Permitting
Work Health and Safety
Training
| Operator Training Requirements | Familiarisation induction - by OEM/supplier |
Personal Protective Equipment
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Visibility - Hi-viz Clothing |
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Training Material
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Fencing & Enclosures
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Fencing |
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Approvals Related to Use of Output
Important Note on Composting in NSW
In NSW, applying waste to land – including a processed waste such as compost - or using it as a fuel may trigger various regulatory requirements. Depending on the proposed use you may be required to comply with a Resource Recovery Exemption or need to hold an environment protection licence, and pay the waste levy.
While there is a Compost Exemption (2014) it is important to note that drying or dehydrating food waste, or any other compostable waste, is specifically excluded from consideration under this exemption. Drying or dehydrating equipment uses externally supplied energy to heat and ventilate food waste or any other compostable waste in order to rapidly dry the waste material over a short time period (typically 24 to 48 hours), either with or without the addition of an inoculum. If you are interested in this type of equipment you should refer to the resource recovery exemptions for information on lawful use of outputs.
If it is intended to use the material as a fuel, it must comply with the NSW Energy from Waste Policy Statement. http://www.epa.nsw.gov.au/waste/140056enfromwasteps.htm
Installation Specifications
Installation Specifications
Utilities
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Power | 415 Volts | |
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Water | KPa | l/min |
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Compressed Air | KPa | CuM/min |
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Gas | Kjoule/hr |
Dimensions
| Length | 459 cm |
| Width | 401 cm |
| Height | 425.2 cm |
| Footprint | 18.5 sq.m |
| Weight | 5550 kg |
| Lateral clearance | 100 cm |
| Overhead clearance | 500 cm |
Service Offering
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In-Feed & Out-Feed Characteristics
In-Feed Characteristics
Acceptable In-feed Characteristics
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Dry |
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Exclusions
| Excluded Materials | bulk oil, large meat bones, oyster shells |
Out-Feed Characteristics
Out-feed Product Characteristics - Shape
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Out-feed Product Characteristics - Container
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Out-feed Dimensions
| Length | cm |
| Width | cm |
| Height | cm |
| Footprint | sq.m |
| Weight | kg |
| SG | specific gravity |
| Density | kg/Cu.m |
| By-product and Wastes | Unit emits moist, warm air that should be flued to atmosphere |
Amenity and Nuisance Issues
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Vibration |
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Heat |
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Other |
| If Other | Exhaust has a persistent, but not unpleasant, characteristic. |
Market/Recipients
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Reprocessor |
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End Market |
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Other |
| If Other | Customers own use onsite |
OEM & Supplier Information
OEM & Supplier Information
OEM Company Details
| Company Name | Closed Loop |
| Postal Address | 1/40 Albert St |
| State | VIC |
| Country | Australia |
| Postcode | 3205 |
| Web Site | www.closedloop.com.au |
| Contact Name | Brendan Lee |
| Contact Telephone | 03 9684 4600 |
| Contact Email | blee@closedloop.com.au |
Supplier Company Details
| Company Name | Closed Loop |
| Postal Address | 1/40 Albert St |
| State | VIC |
| Country | Australia |
| Postcode | 3205 |
| Web Site | www.closedloop.com.au |
| Contact Name | Brendan Lee |
| Contact Telephone | 03 9684 4600 |
| Contact Email | blee@closedloop.com.au |
