Alkali Metals and Chlorine: the Hidden Threat in Biomass

Small elements. Massive consequences.

Alkali metals and chlorine are among the most damaging contaminants in biomass fuels. Even at low concentrations, they dominate behaviour at high temperature.

What They Do

These contaminants:

• Lower ash melting points
• Trigger slag formation
• Accelerate corrosion

At furnace temperatures, this leads to:

• Deposits on critical surfaces
• Blockages and heat transfer losses
• Rapid equipment degradation

Why It Matters

At high temperatures, it’s not carbon that dictates performance. It’s the chemistry around it.

When alkalis and chlorine are present:

• Material behaviour becomes unpredictable
• Systems become unstable
• Maintenance and downtime increase

This is where biomass breaks.

‍What the Research Shows

Removing these reactive species:

• Raises ash melting temperatures
• Reduces slagging and fouling
• Improves overall fuel performance

What ByoMax Changes

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ByoMax removes alkali metals and chlorine at the source.

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The result is a fuel that is:

• Chemically stable
• Predictable under heat
• Suitable for industrial systems

The Outcome

Clean chemistry = stable performance.

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