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Transforming Waste into Energy in Côte d'Ivoire
In November 2024, a customer in Côte d’Ivoire purchased two pyrolysis units.
Project Background: Addressing Urban Waste in West Africa
In recent years, Côte d’Ivoire has seen a lot of urbanization, and its economic capital, Abidjan, has experienced increased automobile usage. However, this economic development also led to a major problem: the generation of a large number of used tires. Since they had no proper way of getting rid of them, they tended to pile up in dumpsites or be burned openly, resulting in dangerous fires and mosquito breeding sites, causing health problems such as malaria.
In December 2024, a progressive Ivorian environment service firm saw the chance to turn this environmental challenge into an economic advantage. There is a high demand in the area for alternative fuels such as Tire Pyrolysis Oil to produce cement factories and bricks because they use imported heavy fuel oil.
They needed equipment that would withstand the tropical weather, meet new environmental standards, and have high capacity. After several rounds of assessment, they ordered two pieces of 15-ton continuous pyrolysis plants in December 2024.
Configuring Solutions For Clients
In January 2025, our technical team was deployed to Abidjan for the installation and commissioning of the plant. The field conditions encountered were unique and necessitated innovative professional solutions.
Adjustment to the Tropical Weather Conditions The first obstacle noted by our engineers in Abidjan was the hot climate, which was accompanied by high levels of humidity. This posed problems to standard cooling processes, resulting in inadequate condensation of the oil gas. Our team came up with innovations aimed at solving this problem for this particular case.
Three-stage Shell and Tube Condenser was used in this project; this technology included an increase in the condensation surface area and installation of an effective water tower. This made sure that the oil gas was effectively cooled even if the ambient temperature surpassed 32 degrees centigrade.
Site Optimization and Automation The client’s facility was situated in a highly industrialized area with very little space. In order to accommodate the reactors within the given warehouse space, our engineers employed a “U-shaped” design opposed to the conventional straight-line layout. Moreover, in order to cut down the extensive need for human effort—especially in the case of high temperatures—which could be inconsistent and dangerous, we included an automated hydraulic feeder. Through the inclusion of such machinery, our client is able to insert entire tires into the reactor, thereby cutting down on preparation costs as well as decreasing the feeding time by 40%.
Safety and Training As language and technical differences were major issues, we devised a two-week training plan for the operators. Our chief engineer, who speaks fluently in French, gave practical training sessions for the local operators. The training emphasized pressure control and emergency management skills. We have included a negative pressure safety system to prevent any reverse gas flow despite frequent power interruptions within the region.
Project Results
ISO CE Approved
The equipment quality has passed IAF, CNAS, ISO, CE certifications, Certified by international professional organizations, the equipment is safe and reliable.
AAA Credit Audited Enterprise
One of the top refining equipment manufacturers in China, The government Audited Superb as AAA credit company (top level).
Solutions for Pyrolysis And Distillation
We will provide you with the latest industry solutions, and provide you with a one-year after-sales warranty to ensure stable operation of the equipment.
24-hour service
We have professional engineers to solve various problems for you, including equipment, process, material problems, etc.
Professional R&D team
We have obtained a number of utility model patents, including distillation production equipment and pyrolysis module equipment.
Fast Delivery
We have sufficient stock of pyrolysis and distillation equipment to ensure efficient logistics and fast delivery.
Operational Performance
Daily Capacity: 30 tons (2 units $\times$ 15 tons/day)
Operating Days: 300 days/year (allowing for maintenance and holidays)
Annual Waste Processed: 9,000 tons of waste tires
Average Oil Yield: 45% (Achieved due to optimized cooling)
Production Output (Annual)
Product | Yield % | Annual Quantity | Application |
Pyrolysis Oil (Fuel) | 45% | 4,050 Tons | Sold to local cement & glass factories |
Carbon Black | 30% | 2,700 Tons | Sold to brick makers (additive) |
Steel Wire | 15% | 1,350 Tons | Sold to steel recycling mills |
Syn-Gas | 10% | Recycled internally | Used to heat the reactor (saving energy) |
ROI Analysis
- Investment Costs
- Total Equipment & Shipping: $220,000
- Installation & Civil Works: $50,000
- Total Initial Investment: $270,000
- Annual Operating Costs
- Raw Material: $180,000 (Collection cost @ $20/ton)
- Power & Water: $45,000
- Labor (6 operators): $36,000
- Maintenance: $20,000
- Total OpEx: $281,000
- Annual Revenue
- Fuel Oil Sales: $2,025,000 (4,050 tons @ $500/ton)
- Carbon Black Sales: $135,000 (2,700 tons @ $50/ton)
- Steel Wire Sales: $202,500 (1,350 tons @ $150/ton)
- Total Revenue: $2,362,500
- Return on Investment
Net Profit = Total Revenue – Total OpEx = $2,362,500 – $281,000 = $2,081,500
With a net annual profit exceeding $2 million, the customer achieved a break-even point in less than 3 months of operation.
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Conclusion
The current project in Ivory Coast is an example of a successful waste-to-energy project in West Africa. Not only does it provide a viable solution to the problem of waste management in Abidjan, but it has turned into a very lucrative renewable energy source.
Successful performance of these units in Abidjan has confirmed that this technology can work in the local conditions. As of early 2026, the client has showed intention to increase the capacity of their facility by adding two more units for processing plastic waste.
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