Industrial Biodigester Facility Overcomes Boiler Breakdown with Rapid Energy’s Support

Project Overview

When the maintenance manager of a leading industrial biodigester facility in Dartford faced a sudden boiler failure, the stakes were high. An industrial biodigester facility is a plant that processes organic waste or sludge using microbial digestion to generate biogas, reduce waste, or produce useful byproducts, requiring precise temperature control for efficiency. To learn more about how they operate, click here.

Consequently, without a functioning heating system, the biodigester’s operations were at risk of severe disruption, impacting productivity and efficiency. To avoid prolonged downtime while awaiting replacement parts, the facility needed a reliable, temporary heating solution- fast.

Understanding the urgency of the situation, the facility’s maintenance team quickly assessed their requirements and sought a partner who could deliver a temporary heating solution whilst awaiting replacement parts. They reached out to Rapid Energy, knowing that swift action was critical to maintaining operations.

Equipment Used

300kW Packaged Boiler (Oil-Fired)
3000L Bunded Fuel Tank
Electrical Equipment:
- 1 x 240V 16amp 25M Power Lead
- 1 x 240V 16amp Commando to Plug Top Adaptor
Adaptors and Hoses:
- 2 x 3″ PN16 Flange to 2″ Camlock Reducers
- 5 x 15mm 10M Lengths of Cold Water Feed
- 10 x 2″ 10M Lengths of Rubber HTG Hose

Key Challenges Faced and Overcome

Remote Location: The facility’s location posed logistical challenges in delivering and setting up the necessary equipment quickly.
Limited Power Supply: With no access to a 3-phase power supply, a standard industrial boiler setup was not feasible. The heating solution had to be adapted to run on 240V power.
Continuous Fuel Supply: Ensuring an uninterrupted supply of fuel was essential to maintaining the boiler’s operation.
Urgency of Deployment: The breakdown required an immediate response to avoid costly downtime and operational disruptions.

Infographic of the challenges Rapid Energy faced with installing a temporary boiler for industrial biodigester facility.

Planning and Installation Process

Initial Assessment: Upon receiving the call, our team quickly gathered critical site details to determine the best heating solution.
On-Site Evaluation: An engineer was dispatched within an hour to assess power availability, space constraints, and connectivity requirements.
Equipment Selection and Dispatch: A 300kW packaged boiler was chosen based on the site’s needs and was prepared for immediate delivery.
Logistics Coordination: The delivery team ensured that all necessary equipment, including hoses, adaptors, and fuel supply, were transported efficiently.
Installation and Setup: Our engineers connected the boiler, set up electrical and fuel connections, and ensured full operational readiness.
Testing and Handover: The system was thoroughly tested to confirm stable operation before handing it over to the client’s team for continued use.

Tubing of Rapid Energy's 300kW packaged boiler at industrial biodigester facility.

Location

The Outcome: Heating Restored in Under 24 Hours

From the initial call to full installation and system operation, the entire process was completed within 24 hours. By acting swiftly and leveraging a carefully selected heating solution, the facility successfully avoided costly downtime and continued operations without major disruptions.

Front angle of Rapid Energy 300kW packaged boiler at industrial biodigester facility. Side angle of Rapid Energy 300kW packaged boiler at industrial biodigester facility.

Why This Matters

This case study highlights how having a trusted partner for temporary heating solutions can make all the difference. The facility’s maintenance team made quick, informed decisions and with Rapid Energy’s expertise, they successfully mitigated the impact of a critical equipment failure. By responding rapidly, deploying the right solution and ensuring seamless installation, we helped the facility maintain operational continuity with minimal disruption.

If your facility requires a rapid temporary boiler solution or you have planned maintenance that could lead to downtime, fill in the form below to stay operational.

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