WHAT WE DO
The University of Utah's Advanced Energy Systems Research Facility supports energy-related research and technology development with equipment that bridges the gap between fundamental lab- or bench-scale research and industrial pilots and demonstration systems. The facility currently houses seven pilot-scale combustion and gasification systems based on technology to convert fossil fuels (coal, petroleum coke and natural gas) and renewable resources (forest, agricultural and municipal waste) to electricity, hydrogen, synthesis gas and transportation fuels. The operators have many years of experience running the equipment, and the analytical engineers are experienced in sampling and data acquisition.
The facility has 480V power, natural gas, filtered water and compressed air, plus forklifts, cranes and on-site engineers and welders for fabrication/modification of equipment. We enjoy working with companies and usually can modify our equipment to suit a client's needs. We are also able to help with design and operation of new components and technologies. A full suite of analytical equipment is available to monitor gas compositions and measure properties of solids such as char and ash. The facility has all necessary environmental and operating permits.