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Where Do ASPs Fit in the
Technology Spectrum?
Passively Aerated Systems Actively Aerated Systems
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Advantages Disadvantages
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What Feedstocks can be Handled?
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Basic ASP Components
Centrifugal Fan
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Common ASP Design Variations
Pile Configurations
Aeration Laterals
Fan Controls
Aeration Method
(air direction)
Aeration Zoning
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Pile Configurations
Discrete Piles Pile heights typically
range from 6 to 11
feet high.
Extended Piles.
Bunker Systems
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Aeration Laterals - Above Grade
Aeration Laterals - Below Grade
Fan Control Intermittent Aeration
The simplest way to controls aeration fans is
on an intermittent basis using a timer. A typical
timer cycle involves 2 to 5 minutes of run time
during each 15 to 20 minute cycle.
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Fan Control Continuous Aeration
Aeration fans operated on a
continuous basis are normally
controlled using a VFD.
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Basic Aeration Methods
Negative Aeration
Positive Aeration
Bidirectional Aeration
Control Dampers
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Basic Multi-zone Aeration
Positive Aeration
Negative Aeration
Bidirectional Multi-Zone Aeration
ASP Size Considerations
Pile configuration (length, width) is a balance between
available space and site traffic/layout, duct and fitting
costs (for headers and laterals) and fan costs.
Pile sizing should also consider daily/weekly feedstock
quantities, delivery schedules, and site operational
schedules.
In bunker systems, end wall vs side wall lengths should
be optimized. Roof truss lengths and column locations
are a factor when enclosing ASP piles in buildings or
pole barns.
Longer piles (e.g. > 100ft) may require a special lateral
designs (e.g. varying diameter and/or perforation
pattern).
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Aeration Design Considerations
Ducting materials must match the anticipated air temperatures. Ducting
designs must account for expansion/contraction, fan vibration, and
construction tolerances.
Duct sizes, fittings and transitions must be appropriate to the air volumes
so that system pressures are reduced.
Condensate and leachate drainage must be considered in the ducting
design and aeration fan selection. The ducting design should also allow
for easy maintenance and cleanout of ducting runs.
Ducting and fans in negative and bidirectional aeration systems must be
designed to resist corrosion.
Aeration fans must provide appropriate aeration rates and meet pressure
requirements of the system.
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Thank you!
Scott Gamble, P.Eng.
CH2M HILL (Edmonton)
tel: 780-628-4496
email: scott.gamble@ch2m.com
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