Techno‐economic analysis and a novel assessment technique of paper mill sludge conversion to bioethanol toward sustainable energy production
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DOI: 10.1002/er.5667
Abstract: A novel bioprocess design to convert paper mill sludge (PMS) to biofuels is proposed in this work. The design utilizes cellulosic fiber recovered from the PMS via optimized de‐ashing (HCl washing) step. This work specifically… read more here.
Keywords: analysis; conversion; mill sludge; paper mill ... See more keywords
Fixed-bed adsorption of Tricaine Methanesulfonate onto pyrolysed paper mill sludge
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DOI: 10.1016/j.aquaeng.2017.02.006
Abstract: Abstract The removal of Tricaine Methanesulfonate from water in a fixed-bed column packed with pyrolysed paper mill sludge was evaluated for application in Recirculating Aquaculture Systems. Breakthrough adsorption curves were determined for this pharmaceutical, under… read more here.
Keywords: adsorption; paper mill; tricaine methanesulfonate; mill sludge ... See more keywords
An investigation on use of paper mill sludge in brick manufacturing
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DOI: 10.1016/j.conbuildmat.2017.05.087
Abstract: Abstract This paper reports the results of an exploratory experimental study to manufacture eco-friendly lightweight bricks through binary mix of paper mill sludge (PMS) and soil. The pre-manufacture activities include mineralogical, chemical, thermal and index… read more here.
Keywords: pms; brick; paper mill; paper ... See more keywords
Transformation of elemental toxic metals into immobile fractions in paper mill sludge through rotary drum composting
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DOI: 10.1016/j.ecoleng.2017.02.005
Abstract: Abstract Heavy metal content has become a serious issue with increase in compost application in agricultural land. The bioavailable fraction (water soluble and diethylene triamine pentaacetic acid (DTPA) extractable) is the major concern comparing to… read more here.
Keywords: paper mill; drum composting; mill sludge; rotary drum ... See more keywords
Anaerobic digestion of pulp and paper mill sludge pretreated by microbial consortium OEM1 with simultaneous degradation of lignocellulose and chlorophenols
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DOI: 10.1016/j.renene.2017.02.049
Abstract: This work focused on the anaerobic digestion performance of pulp and paper mill sludge (PPMS) pretreated with the microbial consortium OEM1, and exposing the mechanism of performance variations as well. It was found that the… read more here.
Keywords: degradation; paper mill; pulp paper; mill sludge ... See more keywords
Thermochemical behaviorsof textile dying sludge, paper mill sludge, and their blends during (co-)combustion
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DOI: 10.1016/j.tca.2017.06.020
Abstract: Abstract This study aimed at the quantification of thermochemical behaviors of textile dye sludge (TDS), paper mill sludge (PMS), and their various blend ratios during (co-)combustion. Changes in mass loss percentage (MLP) and rate (MLR)… read more here.
Keywords: pms; combustion; mill sludge; paper mill ... See more keywords
Preparation and Characterization of Pulp and Paper Mill Sludge-Activated Biochars Using Alkaline Activation: A Box–Behnken Design Approach
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DOI: 10.1021/acsomega.2c04290
Abstract: This study utilized pulp and paper mill sludge as a carbon source to produce activated biochar adsorbents. The response surface methodology (RSM) application for predicting and optimizing the activated biochar preparation conditions was investigated. Biochars… read more here.
Keywords: mill sludge; paper mill; behnken design; box behnken ... See more keywords
Paper Mill Sludge as a Source of Sugars for Use in the Production of Bioethanol and Isoprene
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DOI: 10.3390/en13184662
Abstract: Paper mill sludge (PMS) solids are predominantly comprised of cellulosic fibers and fillers rejected during the pulping or paper making process. Most sludges are dewatered and discharged into landfills or land spread at a cost… read more here.
Keywords: source sugars; paper mill; mill sludge; sludge ... See more keywords