Pyrolysis
Pyro-Hex 1000 produces heat and biochar from woody residues, without power generation.
Pure pyrolysis plant delivering up to 990 kW of process heat and 75 kg of biochar per hour. For sites with a high heat demand that also want to create a CO₂ sink.
Input: Wood chips and woody residues
In use
Process heat and biochar from one plant
Pyro-Hex 1000 replaces fossil heat generation on site with heat from woody residues and produces biochar at the same time. The plant runs continuously and fully automatically; the heat is available as hot water, via thermal oil or as process heat up to 300 °C. The CO₂ sequestered in the biochar is documented and can be certified as a carbon sink.
How it works
How heat and biochar are produced
01 Woody residues
Wood chips G30 to G50 are fed in continuously. Other residues subject to approval.
02 Pyrolysis
In the reactor, biochar and pyrolysis gas are produced in the absence of oxygen.
03 Post-combustion and heat
The pyrolysis gases are post-combusted. A heat exchanger extracts up to 990 kW of heat.
04 Biochar
The biochar is discharged continuously and sequesters carbon permanently as a CO₂ sink.
Technical Data
Pyro-Hex 1000 Details
01 Technical Data
- Fuel thermal input 1,400 kW
- Nominal thermal power* 990 kW
- Auxiliary power consumption max. 20 kW
- Process Continuous pyrolysis
- Process temperature 650 to 800 °C
- Post-combustion up to 1,200 °C
- Operating mode 24/7 fully automated
- *Performance data based on standard design conditions (15 °C ambient temperature, 80% relative humidity, sea level). Actual output may vary depending on the residue, heat sink and operating mode.
02 Feedstock
- Specification Wood chips G30 to G50
- Maximum particle length 150 mm
- Throughput (wet mass) 315 kg/h at 10% moisture
- Max. permissible moisture content 25% (reduced output)
- Other residues on request, subject to approval
03 Biochar
- Biochar production (dry matter) 20 to 25% of input
- Biochar output 75 kg/h
- EPA16-PAH (EBC method) < 4 mg/kg
- CO₂ equivalent (sequestered) 1,720 t/yr
04 Heat Transfer Medium
- Heat transfer medium Water/glycol/thermal oil
- Temperature level (standard) 90/70 °C
- Process heat (optional) up to 300 °C
- Heat extraction via heat exchanger
- Control system PLC, remote maintenance
05 Dimensions (excluding attachments)
- Length 12.00 m
- Width 6.50 m
- Height 6.30 m
- Mass approx. 90 t
06 Exhaust Emissions
- Exhaust gas volume flow (wet) 4,700 Nm³/h
- Particulate matter < 20 mg/Nm³
- Carbon monoxide (CO) < 150 mg/Nm³
- Nitrogen oxides (NOₓ) < 370 mg/Nm³
- Values based on 6% residual oxygen content in the exhaust gas
07 Certification and Standards
- Biochar EBC AgroBio capable, depending on feedstock
- CO₂ sink C-Sink certifiable
Core components
Two core components: pyrolysis reactor and heat exchanger
Pyro-Hex 1000 consists of two main assemblies. In the pyrolysis reactor, woody residues are converted into biochar and pyrolysis gas at 650 to 800 °C in the absence of oxygen. The gas is post-combusted at up to 1,200 °C and the heat exchanger transfers the heat to your heating network or process.
No electricity is generated, which keeps the plant simpler in design and optimised for maximum heat output. For sites that also need electricity, pyropower offers Pyro-ClinX, which combines pyrolysis with combined heat and power.
How it works
How Pyro-Hex 1000 works
Residues
Wood chips G30 to G50 are fed in continuously. Other woody residues are possible after approval. A moisture content of up to 25% is permissible, at reduced output.
Pyrolysis
In the reactor, the residues are heated to 650 to 800 °C in the absence of oxygen, producing biochar and pyrolysis gas.
Post-combustion
The pyrolysis gases are fully post-combusted at up to 1,200 °C and supply the high-temperature heat for the heat exchanger.
Heat extraction
A heat exchanger extracts up to 990 kW of heat: as hot water at 90/70 °C, via thermal oil or optionally as process heat up to 300 °C.
Biochar
The biochar is discharged continuously, around 75 kg per hour. It sequesters carbon permanently and can be certified as a carbon sink. The EBC class achieved depends on the feedstock.
Operation
The plant runs around the clock, fully automated, with PLC control and remote maintenance.
Solutions
Pyro-Hex 1000 as the answer to your challenges
01 Heating costs
Predictable heat from your own or regional residues instead of natural gas or heating oil.
02 Residues
Woody residues become heat and biochar.
03 CO₂ & regulation
Permanent CO₂ storage in biochar, certifiable as a carbon sink.
04 Security of supply
Continuous 24/7 operation with regionally available fuel.
Target groups
Who Pyro-Hex 1000 is ideal for
Industry with high heat demand
For example:
- Wood and paper industry
- Food processing
- Companies with drying processes
- Chemical industry
Companies with woody residues
For example:
- Sawmills and wood processing
- Forestry and landscape maintenance
- Pallet and packaging manufacturers
- Composting and green-waste operators
Municipalities and heating networks
For example:
- District heating networks and municipal utilities
- Bioenergy villages
- Municipal properties with base-load demand
Horticulture and agriculture
For example:
- Greenhouses with year-round heat demand
- Farms with their own residues
- Businesses that use biochar themselves
Your benefits
Benefits of the Pyro-Hex 1000 pyrolysis plant
Up to 990 kW of heat
Hot water, thermal oil or process heat up to 300 °C from one heat exchanger.
Simple design
Pure pyrolysis without power generation: fewer components, designed for heat output.
Biochar as a CO₂ sink
75 kg/h of biochar, around 1,720 t of CO₂ equivalent permanently sequestered per year, certifiable.
Flexible feedstock
Wood chips G30 to G50, other woody residues subject to approval.
Fully automated operation
Around-the-clock operation with PLC control and remote maintenance.
Download
Technical Data Sheet Pyro-Hex 1000
Performance data, feedstock, biochar, emission values, dimensions and the operating principle on two pages. As of October 2026, PDF, 1.4 MB.
Download data sheet (PDF)FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the Pyro-Hex 1000 pyrolysis plant
01 What is Pyro-Hex 1000?
Pyro-Hex 1000 is a continuous pyrolysis plant for woody residues. It produces up to 990 kW of heat and around 75 kg of biochar per hour. No electricity is generated; the plant is designed for heat and biochar.
02 How does Pyro-Hex 1000 differ from Pyro-ClinX?
Pyro-Hex 1000 is the pure pyrolysis plant and delivers heat and biochar. Pyro-ClinX combines pyrolysis with an externally fired micro gas turbine and also generates electricity. If your site mainly needs heat, Pyro-Hex 1000 gets you there with less equipment.
03 Which residues are suitable?
The standard feedstock is wood chips G30 to G50 with up to 25% moisture; at higher moisture the output is reduced. We assess other woody residues on request and approve them after analysis.
04 In what form is the heat available?
As standard, as hot water at 90/70 °C via water or water-glycol. Optionally as thermal oil or as process heat up to 300 °C. The heat is extracted via a heat exchanger; the connection to your heating network is designed during project engineering.
05 What is the quality of the biochar?
The biochar is produced at 650 to 800 °C with an EPA16-PAH content below 4 mg/kg according to the EBC method. It is EBC AgroBio capable; the class achieved depends on the feedstock.
06 Can the CO₂ sequestration be certified?
Yes. The plant sequesters around 1,720 t of CO₂ equivalent per year in the biochar. The sink performance is certifiable under C-Sink and is prepared for documentation.
07 How much space does the plant need?
Excluding attachments, Pyro-Hex 1000 measures around 12.0 x 6.5 x 6.3 metres with a mass of about 90 tonnes. Add storage space for wood chips as well as connections to the heat sink and power supply. We plan the installation site-specifically.
08 How does a project proceed?
From the initial potential check through project engineering to commissioning, pyropower accompanies the entire process. The steps are described on our Services page.
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