摘要 |
<p>An improved apparatus and process for treating biomass bearing material including municipal solid waste (MSW). The apparatus includes a reaction vessel (12) configured for rotation and steam injection, with helically arranged auger vanes (36) attached to the internal walls (224)of the vessel, a self aligning door (32). Embodiments includes various of a heated jacket (200), modified raised projections (232) on the top edge of the auger vanes (36), a modified door, modified door sealing assembly (240), and a process of quick charging the interior of the vessel with steam.</p> |