Patent ID: 8771586
Filing Date: 2014-07-08
Classification: F23G

Abstract:
1. An apparatus for processing organically coated waste, organic materials, biomass, industrial waste, municipal solid waste and sludge, comprising: a rotatable and tiltable furnace having a body portion comprising an interior and a exterior, a single material entry point having a closure movable between an open position in which material can be introduced to the furnace and a closed position in which the interior of the furnace is isolated from the external environment; and a tapered portion between said entry point and said body portion of the furnace; means for rotating the furnace about its longitudinal axis; means for tilting the furnace; and at least one director at or adjacent said entry point configured to direct gases in a direction inwardly of said furnace such that a barrier of gas is provided adjacent said opening to inhibit the entrance of oxygen containing atmospheric gas, when said closure is in its open position.