I. Working Principle

1. Structural Components

• Tank Body: A horizontally placed cylindrical container equipped with an agitation system (spiral blades or paddles) and an aeration system (air vents at the bottom or sides).
• Temperature Control System: Sensors combined with heating/cooling devices to maintain fermentation temperatures between 50~65°C (mid-stage high temperatures reach 55~65°C to eliminate pathogens).
• Exhaust System: Removes fermentation byproducts like CO₂ and water vapor.
• Drive Mechanism: Motor-driven agitation system ensuring continuous material movement.
• Insulation Layer: Polyurethane material minimizes heat loss.
• Gas Treatment Unit: Deodorization system reduces odor and greenhouse gas emissions.

2. Fermentation Process

• Aerobic Fermentation:
  • Inoculated with fermentation strains (e.g., Bacillus, Actinomycetes) in oxygen-rich conditions to decompose organic matter, generating heat, CO₂, and water.
  • Temperature Regulation:
    • Initial Stage: Heating to 40~50°C to activate microbial activity.
    • Mid-Stage: Thermophilic phase (55~65°C) for pathogen/weed seed inactivation.
    • Final Stage: Cooling for maturation and stabilization.
  • Oxygen Supply: Forced ventilation or agitation prevents anaerobic conditions, enhancing efficiency.
  • Continuous Agitation: Rotating blades ensure uniform mixing, prevent caking, and shorten cycles (7~15 days vs. 30+ days for traditional composting).
  • Automated Control: Real-time monitoring of temperature, humidity, and O₂ levels adjusts ventilation and agitation dynamically.

3. Microbial Functions

• Fermentation Strains: Decompose organic matter (e.g., Bacillus, Actinomycetes) and generate metabolic heat.
• Beneficial Microbes: Enhance soil structure, promote crop growth, and suppress pathogens.

II. Core Advantages

1. High Efficiency

• Rapid Fermentation: Cycles reduced to 7~15 days (5~10× faster than traditional methods).
• Automation: Single operator manages full workflow, lowering labor costs.

2. Environmental Benefits

• Emission Control: Bio-deodorization systems meet regulatory standards, reducing odors and greenhouse gases.
• Closed Design: Minimizes heat loss, cutting energy use by >30%.

3. Versatility

• Broad Material Compatibility: Processes livestock manure (poultry, swine), agricultural waste (straw, produce residues), and municipal sludge.
• High-Moisture Handling: Accepts 60~70% moisture content; adjusts C/N ratio with additives (straw, sawdust).

4. Space Optimization

• Compact Layout: Horizontal design suits factory-scale continuous production, reducing facility height requirements.

5. Product Quality

• Sanitization: Thermophilic phase eliminates pathogens/weed seeds, yielding compliant organic fertilizer.
• Nutrient-Rich Output: Contains organic matter, N/P/K, and micronutrients; improves soil health and crop yields.

6. Economic Value

• Low Energy Consumption: Closed-loop design reduces thermal loss, outperforming trough fermentation in efficiency.
• Durable Construction: 304 stainless steel/glass-reinforced plastic ensures 10~15-year lifespan with minimal maintenance.

III. Applications

• Livestock Waste Treatment: Rapid maturation of poultry/swine manure.
• Agricultural Residue Recycling: Straw/produce waste conversion.
• Municipal Sludge Management: Co-fermentation with organic waste for fertilizer production.
• Industrial-Scale Production: Factory-based continuous output for large-scale organic fertilizer demand.

IV. Conclusion

The horizontal organic fertilizer fermentation tank integrates mechanical agitation, forced aeration, and precision temperature control to achieve efficient, eco-friendly organic waste treatment. Its advantages—rapid cycles, automation, low energy use, broad adaptability, and high-quality output—make it an ideal solution for modern organic fertilizer production.