Process
Frequently Asked Questions
The Burch BioWave® is a new and patented continuous-flow process for drying and pathogen destruction in various byproducts including municipal biosolids. The Burch BioWave® process utilizes a high-efficiency multi-mode microwave system specifically designed to remove moisture and destroy the pathogen content of byproducts resulting from a variety of municipal, industrial, and agricultural operations.
 
The Burch BioWave® process is currently in use both in the United States and Europe and is recognized by the USEPA as a process that has the ability to produce Exceptional Quality biosolids. Burch BioWave® equipment is available in different sizes, each with the ability to dry a certain throughput of material. Equipment sizing is dependent on the amount of material to be dried and the amount of water to be removed. Please contact Burch BioWave® for specific equipment sizing needs
BURCH BIOWAVE® FEATURES:
  • All stainless steel construction
  • Safety systems that meet or exceed OSHA requirements
  • Complete system automation utilizing up to date Allen Bradley programming software
  • Touchscreen controls
  • The ability to dry materials with initial moisture contents as high as 85% to moisture contents as low as 10%
  • Complete one-year system warranty
  • Operator Training
BURCH BIOWAVE® ADVANTAGES:
  • Drastic reduction of weight and volume
  • Nutrient value of material is unaffected
  • Pathogen destruction
  • Can produce Class A, Exceptional Quality Biosolids and is recognized by the USEPA
  • Energy efficient
  • No warm up or cool down period required
  • Heating of material is volumetric
  • No dust control or air permits required
  • Minimal maintenance required
  • Easily added to existing dewatered waste processing streams
  • Minimal usage of gas
  • Systems sized for specific throughput needs