𝐐𝐁𝐎 by QualiCal: Turning Waste into Value and Redefining Sustainability in the Lime Industry
Shifting paradigms, QualiCal’s innovative QBO technology harnesses hydration power to produce heat and recasts waste into a valuable resource, bolstering a sustainable, distributed lime production model.
As the lime industry continues to grapple with significant waste and energy consumption, innovative solutions are needed to transform traditional production practices. QualiCal, a key player in lime industry technology, is pioneering a revolutionary approach that not only minimizes waste but also recasts it as a valuable resource.
QualiCal’s groundbreaking QBO technology is a flame-free heat generator that capitalizes on the power of hydration to produce heat. It flips the traditional lime production process on its head, turning what was once considered waste into a vital secondary raw material.
Embracing Distributed Lime Production with QBO Technology
The QBO heat generator is based on a simple yet innovative principle: it utilizes the energy released during the reaction of quicklime (calcium oxide) with water to produce heat. This process creates slaked lime (calcium hydroxide) and generates heat as a byproduct. Traditionally, this heat, along with the excess steam, was discarded. However, QBO transforms this “waste” into usable thermal energy for various industrial and civil applications.
The QBO technology is not just a standalone solution; it is a building block in QualiCal’s vision for a decentralized or distributed lime production model.
Similar to QualiCal’s NANO product for calcination, QBO units can be deployed across multiple locations to form a production grid. This distributed manufacturing approach has numerous benefits, including reduced transportation costs, lower carbon emissions, and increased responsiveness to local demand.
Sustainability in Action with QBO
QualiCal’s QBO is not just an innovative technology; it’s a tangible expression of sustainability. It embodies the principles of the circular economy, minimizing waste and fully utilizing resources. By transforming byproducts into key resources, QBO enhances energy efficiency and contributes to environmental protection.
“The way we produce #lime is changing. But the fourth industrial revolution is not just about how new lime production technologies, such as the use of alternative fuels or CO2 capture, will benefit businesses and consumers. It is also about how the lime industry can lead to a cleaner, more sustainable world.
It is foolish to deny that the planet is rapidly approaching the day when the consequences of climate change will be inevitable. The question now facing many business leaders is whether — and how — we can produce lime while mitigating our impact on the natural world, while building value for our customers.” Carlo Cella — QualiCal CEO
Key benefits of QBO technology:
- Distributed Production: QBO, in combination with QualiCal’s other innovative technologies like NANO, facilitates a decentralized production model, reducing transportation costs and carbon emissions.
- Energy Efficiency: QBO captures and uses the heat and steam generated during the hydration process, improving energy efficiency and reducing energy costs.
- Waste Reduction: QBO’s innovative approach minimizes waste, converting what was previously discarded into a valuable resource.
“QualiCal’s QBO technology is a leap forward in the lime industry. It not only redefines the conventional understanding of raw materials and waste but also charts a new course towards distributed lime production.” — Francesco Cella QualiCal CTO
By embracing this innovative approach, QualiCal is not only talking about sustainability; it’s putting it into action.
© Published with ❤ by QualiCal 5.2023
