Digestion
Digestion converts organic substances into gas via micro-organisms. These organic substances can be found, for example, in co-products from the food and fermentation industries.
The fermentation of co-products, in practice mainly liquid co-products, is a biological process in an oxygen-poor environment. The gas that is released during the fermentation process can be used for various purposes. For example, it can be converted into electricity, purified into natural gas, or heat (energy). To produce as much gas as possible, the composition of the raw materials is very important. At Looop, we have a large range of organic co-products that are suitable for processing in digesters.
Curious about co-products for digestion?
Digestion is a biological process in which microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungi, break down organic substances in an oxygen-free environment.
These organic substances often come from co-products of the food and fermentation industries. During digestion, these co-products are converted into biogas, a renewable energy source. The process begins with hydrolysis, where organic molecules are broken down into simple sugars, amino acids, and fatty acids. Next, acidogenesis occurs, converting these molecules into volatile fatty acids, alcohols, hydrogen, and carbon dioxide. In the subsequent step, acetogenesis, the volatile fatty acids are further broken down into acetic acid, hydrogen, and carbon dioxide. Finally, methanogenesis takes place, where the formed acetic acid and hydrogen are converted into methane and carbon dioxide, the main components of biogas.
Looop has co-products for different types of fermentation and digesters.
Manure digester
Co-fermentation digester
Industrial digester
Vegetable digester
NAWARO
Types of Digesters
There are various types of digesters, each with its specific applications and advantages. At Looop, we provide co-products for diverse fermentation installations.
Manure Digestion: This process uses animal manure as the raw material. Manure digestion is particularly suitable for farms where large quantities of manure are available. The produced biogas can be converted into electricity or heat for use on the farm or in the local area.
Co-digestion: This process combines manure with other organic co-products such as sludge, kitchen waste, or residues from the food industry. Co-digestion increases the efficiency of the digestion process and biogas production.
Industrial Digestion: In these installations, large quantities of organic waste from industry are processed. This type of digestion is ideal for companies that produce a lot of organic waste and offers a sustainable solution for waste management.
Plant-based Digestion: Plant-based co-products, such as agricultural crop residues, are used in this form of digestion. It is an excellent way to convert residues from the agricultural sector into renewable energy.
NAWARO (Renewable Resources): This type of digestion focuses on the use of renewable raw materials such as energy crops. NAWARO digestion contributes to a sustainable energy future by utilizing specially grown crops for energy production.
By employing these different forms of digestion, we can optimally use available organic co-products and contribute to a sustainable energy supply.
Digestate: Suitable for agriculture, horticulture, and livestock
When processing organic substances, such as organic co-products, into biogas, a new residual flow is created.
This co-product is digestate, an excellent soil improver.
Digestate products are sustainable, high-quality organic fertilizers that are very suitable for agriculture, horticulture, and cattle breeding. Want to know more?
Biogas: Alternative for fossil fuel
Biogas can be produced by processing and purifying it. Green gas has the same properties as natural gas
It is therefore a suitable alternative for natural gas and plays an important role in the energy transition. Green gas can be connected to the natural gas network and used as a transport fuel, for example. This saves fossil raw materials and reduces CO2 emissions.
