Waste to Energy generation solution Palm Oil Industry. Sabah, Malaysia
Benefits
The Opportunity:
Sabah Softwoods Berhad sought to maximize the value of the biogas generated from the treatment of Palm Oil Mill Effluent (POME) at its Kapilit Palm Oil Mill in Sabah, Malaysia. The mill’s anaerobic wastewater treatment process produces biogas containing significant amounts of methane, a renewable fuel that can be utilized to generate electrical power while reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
As part of its commitment to operational efficiency and sustainable palm oil production, the company aimed to implement a reliable biogas-to-power solution capable of converting this renewable resource into valuable electricity for on-site consumption. The project objectives included reducing reliance on conventional fuels, lowering operating costs, improving environmental performance and increasing the overall energy independence of the facility.
The selected technology also needed to offer high availability, low maintenance requirements and proven long-term performance under the demanding operating conditions typical of palm oil mill applications in Southeast Asia.
The Solution
Guascor Energy, together with its Malaysian distributor Kreativ Recovery Sdn. Bhd., supplied a fully containerized G-56SL biogas power generation unit rated at 954 kW electrical output. The generator set was specifically selected to utilize the biogas produced by the mill’s POME treatment system and convert it into reliable renewable electricity for the facility’s operations.
The containerized configuration provided a compact and robust solution, minimizing installation complexity while ensuring reliable operation in tropical climatic conditions. The package was delivered as a complete, purpose-built biogas power generation system engineered to meet the specific requirements of the palm oil industry.
A key factor in the selection of the Guascor solution was the proven performance of the G-56SL platform. The unit combines outstanding reliability with low operating expenditure (OPEX), helping operators achieve maximum plant availability while maintaining competitive generation costs. In addition, the engine offers an industry-leading major overhaul interval of up to 90,000 operating hours, significantly reducing maintenance requirements and lifecycle costs compared with other brands. The project is further supported by the local capabilities of Kreativ Recovery Sdn. Bhd., providing responsive technical assistance, service support and customer proximity throughout the operating life of the installation.
The Product
Guascor Energy manufactures the necessary generating sets to fulfill your power needs.
Ideal for power generation, cogeneration & trigeneration, mechanical drive and marine applications – the lean burn, electronically carbureted SL gas engines have an output range from 209 to 1150 kWb at 50 Hz and 60 Hz.
Providing an excellent solution when fueled by natural gas, landfill and sewage gas, flare and well gas and syngas, the SL Series is a cost-efficient choice in both implementation and service.
The Business
Guascor Energy is a leading company with more than 55 years of experience in the design and manufacture of diesel and gas internal combustion engines with its own technology.
The company offers some of the most efficient and environmentally friendly technology platforms, products, and services in distributed power generation for oil and gas, industrial, institutional, commercial clients and rural electrification programs. In addition, our offer is completed by a range of diesel engines for marine applications for both propulsion and on-board generation. A complete product range which meets the strictest regulatory and safety requirements always adapting to the customer´ s needs.
Guascor Energy has a network of more than 50 distributors and partners worldwide, which in addition to our own staff, allows us to provide unparalleled proximity and respond to the specific needs of each of our customers at a fast and personalized pace.
