BMC Moerdijk uses poultry manure as fuel to produce green electricity. Here is a detailed explanation of how it works. In a nutshell, the poultry manure is processed in our fluidized bed furnaces. The heat released is used to heat water in a large boiler. The water evaporates and turns into steam, which is used to drive the steam turbine. This turbine continuously rotates at 3,000 revolutions per minute. It is connected to the generator that generates a voltage of 10,500 volts, producing up to 36.5 MWh of green electricity per hour.
In mid-July 2023, increased vibrations were detected on the generator bearings. To ensure continuity in the future, it was decided to order a new rotor. The rotor is a unique component and requires very specialized knowledge and skills to manufacture. The task was carried out by Siemens Energy. In their workshop in Erfurt (Germany), a new rotor was made, specially tailored for BMC Moerdijk. On September 17, our new rotor was delivered to Moerdijk after more than a year. After the old rotor was removed, the new one was installed by Siemens employees and our own colleagues. It was a precision job and an exciting moment! Our installation has now started up well and, like the new rotor, we are running at full speed.
