Fish waste transformed into fuel

Waste to energy

Fish waste transformed into fuel

06 Feb, 2025

A cement manufacturer has installed a Borger Multicrusher to process fish remains, turning them into fuel for its furnaces. The Multicrusher's advanced cutting blades, set on a hexagonal carrier shaft, efficiently chop the fish waste—mainly bones—into smaller pieces. This ensures the remains, containing 20% dissolved solids, are adequately processed for incineration.

Inspired by the Borger Rotary Lobe Pump, the Multicrusher replaces rotating lobes with specially designed blades that are optimised for chopping. These blades continuously break down fish waste that would otherwise be difficult or uneconomical to handle, making it viable for use as an energy source.

One of the key advantages of the Multicrusher is its ease of maintenance. The cement plant's staff can service the unit using basic tools, without the need to dismantle complex pipe or drive systems. Its quick-release cover allows easy access to wear parts, further benefiting from Borger’s Maintenance-In-Place design, which minimises downtime.

By utilising fish waste as an alternative fuel source, the plant is not only reducing waste but also contributing to more sustainable energy practices. The Borger Multicrusher plays a pivotal role in this process, ensuring the efficient handling and conversion of fish remains into usable fuel for industrial applications.

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