SRF
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Converting SRF into High-Value Fuel
The Challenge
Thorntons required a dedicated Solid Recovered Fuel (SRF) facility to process residual waste streams efficiently while meeting strict fuel specifications for end users.
Key challenges:
· Converting mixed residual waste into a consistent, high-quality SRF product
· Removing contaminants (ferrous + chlorine/PVC) to meet compliance standards
· Delivering a compact, high-throughput system (30 tph)
· Tight delivery timeline with a rapid install and commissioning window
The Solution
Turmec designed and delivered a fully integrated SRF production line engineered for reliability, material refinement, and fuel quality.
Core Process Flow:
· High-Speed Shredding to achieve consistent particle size
· Primary Magnetic Separation for ferrous removal
· Single Drum Separation to isolate heavy fractions
· Material Splitting System to optimise downstream processing
· Dual Optical Sorters targeting:
- Chlorine/PVC removal
- Improved fuel purity
- Analyzer monitor fuel spec
· Secondary High-Speed Shredding for SRF specification compliance
· Magnetic Separation (x3) for final ferrous extraction
· Baler & Wrapper System producing dense, transport-ready SRF bales
· Independent Feed Integration for operational flexibility
Project Delivery
· Throughput: 30 tph
The Outcome
Premium SRF Output Consistent, specification-grade fuel suitable for energy recovery markets.
Maximum Waste Diversion Significant reduction in landfill dependency by converting residuals into energy.
High Reliability, Low Downtime Auto greasing and robust design keep the system running with minimal intervention.
Fast Deployment – Turmec delivered on time and within budget, keeping momentum high.
