Looking at Tomorrow's SAVINGS

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"KernelBurner"

 

SHELLED CORN BOILER

CORNBURNERS ND

Today's Investment for Tomorrow's Saving

832 13th ST NE
Thompson, ND 58278
701-599-2872
www.cornburnersnd.com

Heat your Home or Shop with Corn

INTRODUCING A TRULY EFFICIENT BOILER
In these times of high-energy costs, it makes sense to use a heat source that utilizes a resource that is readily available and cost effective.  The KernelBurner Heat Boiler burns shelled corn, a renewable local commodity.  Corn costs less per BTU than other heat sources, plus benefits the local economy by generating business for farmers.  The low cost of shelled corn, together with the efficient burning process of this boiler, produces an economical and ecologically safe home heating system.

BURNS CLEAN---NO MORE CREEOSOTE
The KernelBurner Heat Boiler feeds the corn into the bottom of the combustion chamber, therefore providing the most efficient fuel consumption.  The residual ashes (clinkers) are then spilled over the top of the combustion ring into the ash pan.  This process, in effect, self cleans the combustion chamber.

SAFE, COMFORTABLE HEAT
Your home's thermostat electronically controls the fuel feed system to provide a constant temperature.  The boiler will remain lit as long as the bin contains corn, and will shut down automatically if the fuel supply is depleted.  The low stack temperature and absence of creosote buildup eliminates the possibility of chimney fires.

A BETTER ALTERNATIVE
The corn-burning boiler has many advantages over wood heat.  The large storage bin holds up to 10 days supply of fuel, which is automatically fed into the combustion chamber as needed.  There’s no need to load the furnace several times a day.  The use of corn also eliminates the bark mess, insects, splinters and storage and handling problems connected with the use of wood fuel.

QUALITY CONSTRUCTION
The KernelBurner Heat Boiler features quality construction for long-lasting performance.  A one year warranty is included on parts and a five year limited warranty on the burner and heat exchanger.  

Specifications of the
KernelBurner Heat Boiler

 
Dimensions-Boiler
          Height..................................................................61"
          Diameter..............................................................22"

Dimensions-Bin
          Height..................................................................48"
          Width..................................................................36"
          Depth..................................................................52"
Weight-Boiler.........................................................510 lbs.
Weight-Bin...............................................................50 lbs.
Flue Pipe.........................................................6” Diameter
Fire Pot...............................................................Cast Iron
Bin Capacity.....................................................14 Bushels
Combustion Blower.............................................60 CFM
BTU's...................................................................100,000
Thermostat Controlled
Clearance to Combustibles:
.................................................18” from flue connection  
Storage Bin:  14 bushel capacity for up to 10 days operation on a single load.

Aquastat Relay
Pressure Relief Valve
High Limit Switch
Boiler:  ASME approved tube type steel boiler with a wet leg water jacket surrounding the burner chamber in water.
Combustion Chamber:  Induced air flow generates maximum efficiency.  Burns 99% complete, leaving about one pound of residue from 100 pounds of corn.
Boiler Taps (6)
Ash Pan:  For easy removal of ashes.
Operating Switch
Combustion Blower
Furnace Auger:  Supplies fuel to fire pot.
Corn Metering Auger:  Transfers kernels from storage bin to combustion chamber.

A COST ANALYSIS

All heat output is measured in terms of BTU's. 
One BTU is the amount of heat needed to raise one pound of water one degree.

Available heat per unit in alternative sources of fuel:

Type of Fuel           BTU Value                       Units Required to          Current Fuel            Total Cost to Produce

                                  Per Unit                                Produce 18,000,000 BTU’s    Price Per Unit         18,000,000 BTU’s Col  2 x 3

Dry Shelled Corn    9,000 Per LB.             2,000 lbs. @ 56 lbs. Per       $2.50 per bushel                     $  90.00
                                                                   Bushel = 36 bushels            
Electricity               3,412 Per KWH         5,275 KWH                         $.08 per KWH                        $422.00
Natural Gas             1,000 Per Cu. Ft.       18,000 cubic Feet                 $.50 per 100 Cu. Ft.               $  90.00
Fuel Oil                   140,000 Per Gallon    129 Gallons                          $.85 per gallon                        $110.00
L.P. Gas                  91,000 Per Gallon      198 Gallons                          $$.80 per gallon                      $158.00
Wood (Oak)            26,300,000                 .7 cord (full)                         $115.00 per cord                     $  80.00
Coal                         13,000 Per Lb.           1,384 lbs. (.7 Tons)             $140.00 per ton                      $  98.00

NOTE:  Shelled corn can be purchased at reduced prices (i.e. moldy corn, scorched corn, etc.).  The BTU content of shelled corn will vary between 8,000 to 10,000 BTU's per pound.

*Use corn at 14-15% moisture content for peak efficiency.

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