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Biomass Heating Network Event 25 th March 2011

Biomass Heating Network Event 25 th March 2011. Jamie Reith BSc (Hons). Background…………. Selection of own boiler:. Researched different makes Different ideas from different countries “BMW versus Ford” Level of sophistication Working examples. Fuel supply –chip vs. pellet?.

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Biomass Heating Network Event 25 th March 2011

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  1. Biomass Heating Network Event 25th March 2011 Jamie Reith BSc (Hons)

  2. Background…………

  3. Selection of own boiler: • Researched different makes • Different ideas from different countries • “BMW versus Ford” • Level of sophistication • Working examples

  4. Fuel supply –chip vs. pellet? • Self sufficiency • Available buildings • Faster payback • Fully automated system

  5. Practical experience • Back-up system • Use heat-exchangers • Use a buffer tank • Fuel quality • Boiler maintenance

  6. Case study: 50kW log boiler (Netherton of Glenboig, Kippen) • Client keen to handle firewood • Oil boiler retained as backup • Dramatic reduction in heating bills • Biomass chosen in preference to ground source heat pump

  7. Case study:60kW single phase chip boiler (Inchmagrannachan, Dunkeld) • 5m x 5m fuelstore • Heating self catering units and farmhouse • 3000l buffer tank • Running on hardwood chips

  8. Case study:150kW chip boiler with underground reception hopper (Fife Council,Kinghorn Primary School) • 20 cubic metre reception hopper with automatic transfer to internal fuel store • Boiler retro-fitted next to 400kW gas boiler • Fuel contract and service contract

  9. Case study:150kW woodchip with mini District Heating scheme(Blairmore, Perthshire) • Renovation and conversion of old farm steadings • Let holiday cottages • Oil back-up for peace of mind

  10. Questions? Contact: www.woodforwarmth.co.uk

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