Industrial Accessories Company (IAC) Selected to Design and Build Waste Heat Biomass Drying Systems for SDI Biocarbon Solutions
Industrial Accessories Company (IAC) has been chosen to play a key role in the development of sustainable solutions in the steel industry. The company has been awarded the contract to design, build, and commission two waste heat biomass drying systems for SDI Biocarbon Solutions, LLC. This joint venture between Steel Dynamics, Inc. and Aymium aims to revolutionize steel production by utilizing renewable biocarbon as an alternative to fossil fuel carbon.
SDI Biocarbon Solutions is establishing its first biocarbon production facility in Columbus, Mississippi, strategically located near one of Steel Dynamics’ largest electric-arc-furnace steel mills. This location offers easy access to both a major consumer of the biocarbon and ample sources of sustainably sourced fiber raw materials.
IAC’s scope of work includes the design and construction of two Rotary Drum Dryer systems, which will play a crucial role in the biocarbon production process. These dryers will utilize the combustion products from the biogas production, as well as recirculated dryer exhaust gases, as the drying medium. This innovative approach ensures efficient and sustainable operation.
The dryers feature a bank of three cyclone collectors to separate the dry product from the gas stream. Safety remains paramount, with the integration of explosion venting, spark detection and suppression, fire water deluge, and oxygen analyzers, along with a fully modulating EGR system to minimize oxygen content within the systems.
Advanced automation is at the core of the project, with PLC-based burner management and dryer control systems seamlessly integrated with spark detection/suppression, fire water deluge PLC, and the plant’s DCS system.
IAC will be providing comprehensive engineering services, including structural, mechanical, electrical, and automation, ensuring a streamlined and efficient project execution. The company’s construction arm, Adelphi Construction LC, will handle structural and mechanical equipment erection, insulation, piping, automation, and electrical installation services.
Furthermore, IAC is incorporating steel provided by Steel Dynamics into its systems, reflecting a strong collaboration between the two companies.
“IAC has long been trusted by Steel Dynamics as a provider for dust collection and air pollution control (APC) equipment and engineering services at their mills,” said Mike Sedler, IAC Sr. VP. “SDI Biocarbon Solution’s project allows us to pair our thermal processing technologies with our dust and APC expertise to assist them in utilizing the facility’s excess available renewable energy, representing a meaningful step toward achievement of their environmental goals.”
IAC, founded in 1987, is a leading fully integrated EPC (Engineering, Procurement, Construction) contractor serving various industries, including cement, steel, mining, food, battery, chemical, and industrial sands. The company’s comprehensive in-house capabilities, including engineering, fabrication, construction, original equipment, and field services, ensure high-quality and timely project delivery. IAC’s commitment to environmental sustainability is evident in its focus on industrial air pollution control (APC) solutions, and its ability to design and supply any type of industrial process equipment or system, including complete greenfield turnkey plant builds.
SDI Biocarbon Solutions, LLC is a collaborative effort between Steel Dynamics and Aymium, a leading producer of renewable biocarbon products. This joint venture is committed to constructing and operating a biocarbon production facility that will supply Steel Dynamics’ electric arc furnace steel mills with a renewable alternative to fossil fuel carbon, significantly reducing the environmental impact of steel production. This project represents a significant step towards a more sustainable future for the steel industry.