Sorbalite for Special Municipal Waste to Energy Incineration Plants

In a context of growing need for sustainable waste treatment solutions, waste-to-energy treatment of hazardous municipal waste emerges as an effective response to the demand for reduced environmental impact and energy production. Similar to hospital waste management, waste-to-energy treatment of municipal waste also involves the emission of critical pollutants such as SOx, HCl, HF, heavy metals (e.g., Pb, Cd, Hg), dioxins, and furans. Removing these pollutants is essential to prevent harmful effects on the environment and human health, underscoring the importance of effective and environmentally friendly flue gas treatment methods.

One solution is the use of Sorbalite, a material that combines the neutralizing properties of hydrated lime with the adsorbent capabilities of activated carbon.

Solution with Sorbalite

Using a doser that regulates the amount, Sorbalite is injected into the flue gas streams of waste-to-energy plants, where it exploits the neutralizing action of hydrated lime and the adsorption provided by activated carbon. This combination is particularly effective against a wide range of pollutants, providing a comprehensive treatment that neutralizes acids and captures heavy metals, dioxins, and furans.

Magnesium Lime

For certain types of industrial plants, the use of Magnesium Lime represents a useful and versatile solution. This material, injected directly into the combustion chamber, not only helps neutralize acids at lower concentrations, in synergy with sorbalite, but also acts like activated carbon, intercepting substances such as heavy metals. Its ability to improve filtration makes it an excellent reagent to complement sorbalite.