SoilFood™ Systems - GC-30
Dehydration/Dewatering/Desiccation
, Organics Processing
The NSW EPA has strict requirements for applying organics to land.
For more information please visit the Work Health, Safety & Permitting tab.
For more information please visit the Work Health, Safety & Permitting tab.
Equipment Overview& Equipment Details
Equipment Details
Make, Model & Classification
| Name | SoilFood™ Systems |
| Model | GC-30 |
| Classification | Dehydration/Dewatering/Desiccation , Organics Processing |
Operations
| Description or Purpose | Dehydration of food organics at source to divert them from landfill and create re-usable resources - water and a sterile, nutrient-rich fertiliser and/or pet food supplement |
| Operating Principles | Inside a reactor chamber, waste is heated to 100'C while being stirred. Over a 10-hour period, the waste is dehydrated to <10% MR, causing a volume reduction of up to 80% and a weight reduction of up to 70%. The evaporated water is condensed and exits the machine as a liquid. The remaining biomass is sterile (pathogen-free) and is usable as a nutrient-rich fertiliser or fuel. Payback time is typically 3 to 5 years compared with the cost of landfill dumping. Greenhouse gas emissions reductions of up to 90% are achieved versus those generated in landfills by rotting food. |
| Additional Information | The process is totally enclosed during operation - no odours or vapours are emitted, and no venting is required. The machine is equipped with safety interlocks on the loading and unloading hatches for operator safety. Environmental reporting is also available. |
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Recyclables Processed & Productivity
Recyclables Processed
Target Recyclables and Productivity Rates
| Recyclable Type | Productivity - Loading Rate (kg per hour) |
Processing Capacity - Treatment (kg per week) |
Storage Capacity (kg per batch) |
Operating Life (machine hrs) |
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Food Organics | 210 | 15 | 7300 | |
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Expanded Polystyrene | ||||
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Glass | ||||
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Paper | ||||
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Cardboard | ||||
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Timber | ||||
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Productivity
Life Expectancy
| Operating Life - Years | 10 |
Level of Automation
| Operating Mode | Batch |
| Degree of Automation | Fully automated - materials placed into system and process automated |
Labour Requirements
| Number of Operators | 1 |
| Operator Time (per cycle in mins.) |
10 |
Consumables Required
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Service Requirements
| Service Freq. (Tonnes) | |
| Service Freq. (Months) | 3 |
| Downtime per Service (hours) | 1 |
Periodic Cleaning Requirements
| Periodic Cleaning | After each batch run |
Loading & Unloading Equipment
| Manual Handling Loading | Manual |
| Manual Handling Unloading | Manual |
Work Health and Safety & Permitting
Work Health and Safety
Training
| Operator Training Requirements | Qualification - by accredited third party |
Personal Protective Equipment
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Head - Hard Hat |
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Breathing - Mask or Respirator |
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Hands - Gloves |
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Feet - Industrial Footwear |
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Visibility - Hi-viz Clothing |
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Other PPE |
Training Material
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Web-based |
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Other |
| If Other | On request |
Fencing & Enclosures
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Fencing |
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Bunding |
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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 | AC 415V-50hz-3phN+E (5 wire) Volts | 0.55 kWh, variable |
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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 | 105 cm |
| Width | 75 cm |
| Height | 78 cm |
| Footprint | 0 sq.m |
| Weight | 280 kg |
| Lateral clearance | 0 cm |
| Overhead clearance | 0 cm |
Service Offering
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In-Feed & Out-Feed Characteristics
In-Feed Characteristics
Acceptable In-feed Characteristics
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Bundled |
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Tied |
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Wet |
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Dry |
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Shredded |
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Lightly Soiled |
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Exclusions
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Out-Feed Characteristics
Out-feed Product Characteristics - Shape
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Out-feed Product Characteristics - Container
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Wrapped |
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Bin |
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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 |
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Amenity and Nuisance Issues
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Light |
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Market/Recipients
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OEM & Supplier Information
OEM & Supplier Information
OEM Company Details
| Company Name | Eco Guardians Pty Ltd |
| Postal Address | 2/94 Voltri Street Mentone |
| State | VIC |
| Country | Australia |
| Postcode | 3194 |
| Web Site | www.ecoguardians.com.au |
| Contact Name | Phillip Spring |
| Contact Telephone | 1300 556 628 |
| Contact Email | phillip@ecoguardians.com.au |
Supplier Company Details
| Company Name | Eco Guardians Pty Ltd |
| Postal Address | 2/94 Voltri Street Mentone |
| State | VIC |
| Country | Australia |
| Postcode | 3194 |
| Web Site | www.ecoguardians.com.au |
| Contact Name | Phillip Spring |
| Contact Telephone | 1300 556 628 |
| Contact Email | phillip@ecoguardians.com.au |
