Worldwide biodiesel production is at an all time high, with a record number of biodiesel plants under construction. In the USA alone there are 170 biodiesel plants, with the annual production expected soon to exceed one billion gallons.
Crude glycerin is the main byproduct of the biodiesel production process. Every 100 gallons of biodiesel produced yield 10 gallons of glycerol, and the disposal costs often exceed the value of the product. Some manufacturers will even give you the glycerin free ! Finding an economical use and developing a widespread market for glycerin is vital to both the biodiesel industry and our environment.
Crude biodiesel-sourced glycerin has a BTU content similar to that of LP gas (propane), and when burned properly can become an economical and reliable heating fuel. The MK Glycerin Burner, exclusively from AlterHeat, (pat. pending) is the first and only fully automatic unit to safely and reliably burn 100% crude glycerin. Raw glycerin can now be used as a heating fuel without further refining, and marketed in the immediate area of production, eliminating added transportation cost.
In the pages that follow, we will take a closer look at biodiesel sourced crude glycerin, review the amazing MK Glycerin Burner, and discuss the opportunities in this newest glycerin market. Please click the navigation tabs at the left to advance through the website pages.