Hydrogen-Fueled Asphalt Mixing with MULTI JET Burner by Benninghoven | Bauma Interview

Описание: Can asphalt production work entirely without CO₂ emissions? The MULTI JET burner from Benninghoven can be used to achieve this goal. In this expert interview, Steven MacNelly explains how this new burner generation enables full hydrogen usage. The burner is part of a complete system designed to support up to four fuels simultaneously. Using separate nozzles for each fuel type – for example hydrogen, LPG, HVO, methane, or natural gas – the burner adjusts in real time to changing supply conditions without stopping the plant. This provides both flexibility and economic advantages.

The system features:

✅ Mixed fuel capability, including 100% green hydrogen
✅ Instant switching between fuels
✅ Retrofit compatibility with existing plants
✅ 5 dB(A) lower noise levels for safer operation
✅ 20% less power consumption at the same performance level

A highlight is the MULTI JET Control, which manages the combustion process and allows operators to monitor and switch fuels easily. Combined with a pressure control loop for hydrogen input and a modular connection to various hydrogen sources, the complete system enables carbon-free asphalt mixing today or whenever hydrogen becomes locally available.

Why act now? While hydrogen infrastructure is still growing, choosing a future-ready burner allows businesses to act proactively. Plants with the MULTI JET system can switch to hydrogen instantly once available – with no rebuilding or downtime required.

This approach aligns with environmental targets and ESG strategies while reducing energy costs and emissions.

The system has already proven itself in the real world: A Benninghoven customer in Norway was awarded the 2024 Climate Award for using this setup in regular operation.

Watch the full interview to learn how Benninghoven enables more sustainable, cost-efficient asphalt production with hydrogen and other low-carbon fuels.