[biofuels-biz] Re: What are the Legal ramifications in Australia

2003-03-26 Thread gjkimlin
HI Barry, We mostly buy our Methanol from BP in 200lt drums and decant into drums for individual use. We can help if you live West of Brisbane. My email is [EMAIL PROTECTED] Regards from Harry --- In biofuels-biz@yahoogroups.com, Barry Lewis [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hello, I've the

Re: [biofuels-biz] questions from New Zealand

2003-03-26 Thread Sam Jai-In
Dear Michael, Great to hear from those part of the wolrd, far remote from all the 'trouble-over-black-gold'. Intersting to note the use of pig-gas for powering vehicles, how did you remove the hydrogensulfide ? and was it necessary to use compressors to raise the pressure? by how much ?

[biofuels-biz] Argentine no-catalyst process

2003-03-26 Thread Marc de Piolenc
I think I speak for others on the list when I say WE would like to hear more about this! I confess I have no idea how it's done...unless you are carrying out the reactions under supercritical conditions. Best, Marc You wrote: - The process can consume any crude vegetable oil or grease (without

Re: [biofuels-biz] questions from New Zealand

2003-03-26 Thread Steve Spence
here is are official ways to remove hydrogen sulfide: http://www.adi.ca/water/h2sinfo.html http://www.biothane.com/products2.asp?pcatID=427pid=436 http://www.energy.state.or.us/biomass/FuelCell.htm the easy way is iron filings or sponge media. Steve Spence Subscribe to the Renewable Energy

[biofuels-biz] Re: australia ethanol news

2003-03-26 Thread murdoch
On teh other hand, has anyone ever noticed any damage to their vehicles using ethanol in their fuel? hasn't Sth America been using high levels of ethanol for years? I'm going to try not to open an old wound too much, but to reapply a fresh bandage, and if someone wants to make a fresh incision

Re: [biofuels-biz] Argentine no-catalyst process

2003-03-26 Thread Levent Yuceer
See the following publication for supercritical reaction conditions. Biodiesel fuels from veg.oils via catalytic and non-catalytic supercritical alcohol transesterifications and other methods: a survey. ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT 44 (2003) 2093-2109 (Published by ELSEVIER.

[biofuels-biz] EERE Network News -- 03/26/03

2003-03-26 Thread EERE
== EERE NETWORK NEWS -- March 26, 2003 A weekly newsletter from the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE). http://www.eere.energy.gov/

Re: [biofuels-biz] australia ethanol news

2003-03-26 Thread Steve Spence
oh no, there's ethanol in the fuel. save the children ... Steve Spence Subscribe to the Renewable Energy Newsletter Discussion Boards. Read about Sustainable Technology: http://www.green-trust.org [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: murdoch [EMAIL PROTECTED] To:

Re: [biofuels-biz] Hemp and Methanol

2003-03-26 Thread Steve Spence
where are you located, Doug, SW USA? You can't do this in the USA, but should be able to in Canada. Steve Spence Subscribe to the Renewable Energy Newsletter Discussion Boards. Read about Sustainable Technology: http://www.green-trust.org [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From:

Re: [biofuels-biz] Argentine no-catalyst process

2003-03-26 Thread Keith Addison
See the following publication for supercritical reaction conditions. Biodiesel fuels from veg.oils via catalytic and non-catalytic supercritical alcohol transesterifications and other methods: a survey. ENERGY CONVERSION AND MANAGEMENT 44 (2003) 2093-2109 (Published by ELSEVIER.

[biofuels-biz] Re: [biofuel] Biofuel business in developing countries.

2003-03-26 Thread Hakan Falk
I have done language changes provided by Darryl, thank's. Wrote a little bit more on prices etc. and are working on the rest. I am in a hurry, because I have to be operated for a dislocated retina next week. So any suggestions are welcome. http://energy.saving.nu/biofuels/biofueldev.shtml

Re: [biofuel] australia ethanol news

2003-03-26 Thread paul van den bergen
Hi all, I know that there is some ethanol (or more likely methanol) left in the BD and some ethanol left in the glycerine and I can see the advantage of extracting the ethanol from the glycerine, especially if it is a waste stream... I have heard arguements that leaving the eexcess ehtanol in

Re: [biofuel] No washing, Solid Catalyst, etc

2003-03-26 Thread Y.K. Jain/ess
Dear Mr. Addison, I am interested in knowing more details of the biodiesel process technology explained below for the purpose of acquiring the same in a small scale bio-diesel plant. If available, kindly give the contact details for the patent owner of the technology. Thanks Y. K. Jain Keith

[biofuel] Re: Thought Provoking?

2003-03-26 Thread Kris Book
The evidence continues to mount against those who wage war, any war, any time. The inmates are truly running the assylum now. Read on, and then tell me again that I should put my trust in this corporate government. kris Subject: Depleted Uranium: NOT an urban legend ---no *wonder*

Re: [biofuel] Electric generators

2003-03-26 Thread jgnat1488
unfortunatly a gas chevette transmission will not work. It is an isuzu M75 (i think). Thanks for the offer. I feel stupid for asking bu where is Regina, Sask? --- bratt [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Do you need a standard Chevette transmission? I have a five speed Chevette transmission, from a gas

[biofuel] gear lube pump

2003-03-26 Thread Steve Spence
perfect for veggie oil http://www.tractorsupplyco.com/detail.asp?pcID=4paID=6079sonID=6079produc tID=2490 Steve Spence Subscribe to the Renewable Energy Newsletter Discussion Boards. Read about Sustainable Technology: http://www.green-trust.org [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Re: [biofuel] No washing, Solid Catalyst, etc

2003-03-26 Thread Steve Spence
http://www-ang.kfunigraz.ac.at/~mittelba/ www.etis.net/balpyo/renew14/04.pdf Steve Spence Subscribe to the Renewable Energy Newsletter Discussion Boards. Read about Sustainable Technology: http://www.green-trust.org [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Y.K. Jain/ess [EMAIL

Re: [biofuel] australia ethanol news

2003-03-26 Thread Steve Spence
properly washed biodiesel has no appreciable amounts of alcohol left in it. Steve Spence Subscribe to the Renewable Energy Newsletter Discussion Boards. Read about Sustainable Technology: http://www.green-trust.org [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: paul van den bergen [EMAIL

[biofuel] Re: australia ethanol news

2003-03-26 Thread murdoch
On teh other hand, has anyone ever noticed any damage to their vehicles using ethanol in their fuel? hasn't Sth America been using high levels of ethanol for years? I'm going to try not to open an old wound too much, but to reapply a fresh bandage, and if someone wants to make a fresh incision

[biofuel] EERE Network News -- 03/26/03

2003-03-26 Thread EERE
== EERE NETWORK NEWS -- March 26, 2003 A weekly newsletter from the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE). http://www.eere.energy.gov/

Re: [biofuel] Electric generators

2003-03-26 Thread Steve Spence
http://www.cityregina.com/ Saskatchewan Steve Spence Subscribe to the Renewable Energy Newsletter Discussion Boards. Read about Sustainable Technology: http://www.green-trust.org [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: jgnat1488 [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: biofuel@yahoogroups.com Sent:

Re: [biofuel] Arrogance of Power

2003-03-26 Thread Steve Spence
an auto starter would work, but is over kill. it's designed for high torque, and uses high amps. you would need a very high wattage resistor (or run full tilt). Steve Spence Subscribe to the Renewable Energy Newsletter Discussion Boards. Read about Sustainable Technology:

Re: [biofuel] Electric generators

2003-03-26 Thread Ken Basterfield
Jason, find out what the rated speed is, couple it to an engine that has it's torque max at about that speed, or otherwise gear it with pulleys and belts, then connect the motor to the 3 phase supply to set the motor runnning and driving the engine, fire up the engine so that it overspeeds the

Re: [biofuel] No washing, Solid Catalyst, etc

2003-03-26 Thread Keith Addison
http://www-ang.kfunigraz.ac.at/~mittelba/ www.etis.net/balpyo/renew14/04.pdf Don't know if it makes any difference, but the www.etis.net file above is not the same paper. The one I quoted from is here: Production and Fuel Properties of Fatty Acid Methyl Esters from Used Frying Oil

RE: [biofuel] Arrogance of Power

2003-03-26 Thread kirk
lowering the voltage to a dc motor kills the torque. duty cycle modulate the motor. doesn't waste power in a resistor either. Kirk -Original Message- From: Steve Spence [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, March 26, 2003 7:16 AM To: biofuel@yahoogroups.com Subject: Re: [biofuel]

Re: [biofuel] Arrogance of Power

2003-03-26 Thread Steve Spence
you don't need much torque for this application. It's the wrong tool for the job any way you look at it. Steve Spence Subscribe to the Renewable Energy Newsletter Discussion Boards. Read about Sustainable Technology: http://www.green-trust.org [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message -

Re: [biofuel] Electric generators

2003-03-26 Thread bratt
I have been offered a diesel from a 1984 Mazda truck and two transmissions for $350 Canadian. I don't know the owner, and fear that the motor might be junk. Probably comes with the transmission you need. Regina, Sask is in Western Canada. You can find out where by going here:

Re: [biofuel] Arrogance of Power

2003-03-26 Thread bratt
I have seen an automotive starter motor used to power a grain auger used which was being used to move wheat from a truck into a seeder. They seem to withstand that abuse. EdB - Original Message - From: Steve Spence To: biofuel@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, March 26,

[biofuel] DIY Temperature sensing

2003-03-26 Thread Steve Spence
I needed a way to monitor the temperature of the vegetable oil in my diesel conversions. Here is how I built it. http://webconx.green-trust.org/2003/temperature/ Steve Spence Subscribe to the Renewable Energy Newsletter Discussion Boards. Read about Sustainable Technology:

Re: [biofuel] australia ethanol news

2003-03-26 Thread Keith Addison
Hi all, I know that there is some ethanol (or more likely methanol) left in the BD and some ethanol left in the glycerine and I can see the advantage of extracting the ethanol from the glycerine, especially if it is a waste stream... I have heard arguements that leaving the eexcess ehtanol in

Motors for pumps - was Re: [biofuel] Arrogance of Power

2003-03-26 Thread Keith Addison
Come on, guys, change the header already! Maybe these motors are powerful or maybe not but I doubt they're arrogant! Thanks Keith you don't need much torque for this application. It's the wrong tool for the job any way you look at it. Steve Spence Subscribe to the Renewable Energy

[biofuel] Re: Motors for pumps

2003-03-26 Thread Steve Spence
sorry ;-) I'll snip as well . (bad steve) Steve Spence Subscribe to the Renewable Energy Newsletter Discussion Boards. Read about Sustainable Technology: http://www.green-trust.org [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Keith Addison [EMAIL PROTECTED] To:

Re: [biofuel] Arrogance of Power

2003-03-26 Thread exotyone
In a message dated 3/26/03 11:50:10 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I have seen an automotive starter motor used to power a grain auger used which was being used to move wheat from a truck into a seeder. They seem to withstand that abuse. EdB thx Ed, i was

[biofuel] here I am

2003-03-26 Thread [EMAIL PROTECTED]
I come back!!! I don't know why the messages returned to you. Well!!! I viwed that in Italy the research don't go on!!! Best regards!!! Ezio Yahoo! Groups Sponsor -~-- Make Money Online Auctions! Make $500.00 or We Will Give You Thirty Dollars for

Re: [biofuel] Arrogance of Power

2003-03-26 Thread exotyone
In a message dated 3/26/03 9:17:24 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: an auto starter would work, but is over kill. it's designed for high torque, and uses high amps. you would need a very high wattage resistor (or run full tilt). Thank you steve, hmmm,. maybe a 12v

Re: [biofuel] Arrogance of Power

2003-03-26 Thread exotyone
In a message dated 3/26/03 9:51:03 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: lowering the voltage to a dc motor kills the torque. duty cycle modulate the motor. doesn't waste power in a resistor either. Kirk Great idea, didn't think of that, thank you...jennifer

Re: [biofuel] Arrogance of Power

2003-03-26 Thread exotyone
In a message dated 3/26/03 9:57:22 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: you don't need much torque for this application. It's the wrong tool for the job any way you look at it. Steve Spence THx, i kinda figured it was in stock trim, thx for the input ...Jenn :-)

Re: Motors for pumps - was Re: [biofuel] Arrogance of Power

2003-03-26 Thread exotyone
In a message dated 3/26/03 11:38:38 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Come on, guys, change the header already! Maybe these motors are powerful or maybe not but I doubt they're arrogant! Thanks Keith ROFL, good point, Actually i think the starter on the 454 in my 71

[biofuel] Re: Motors for pumps

2003-03-26 Thread Keith Addison
sorry ;-) I'll snip as well . (bad steve) Why thankyou! Wot a gent. :-) Keith Steve Spence Subscribe to the Renewable Energy Newsletter Discussion Boards. Read about Sustainable Technology: http://www.green-trust.org [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: Keith Addison

Re: Motors for pumps - was Re: [biofuel] Arrogance of Power

2003-03-26 Thread Keith Addison
In a message dated 3/26/03 11:38:38 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Come on, guys, change the header already! Maybe these motors are powerful or maybe not but I doubt they're arrogant! Thanks Keith ROFL, good point, Well why didn't you do it then?? Sheesh! :-(

Re: [biofuel] Thought provoking?

2003-03-26 Thread exotyone
In a message dated 3/25/03 11:17:45 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Do not know the author of this, so I do not even know if it is a true opinion or fiction. But it does sound plausible, I must admit I find it difficult to not find the everyday violence which is more

[biofuel] This one is for you, Keith ;-)

2003-03-26 Thread Steve Spence
I was born in '65, and I seem to get touched by this on occasion Have you heard about the new virus warning? It is called C-Nile. Even the most advanced programs from Norton or McAfee cannot take care of it-- so be warned. It appears to mostly affect those who were born before 1960.

Re: [biofuel] Arrogance of Power

2003-03-26 Thread Steve Spence
short term usage in high torque requirements. they are good for that. Steve Spence Subscribe to the Renewable Energy Newsletter Discussion Boards. Read about Sustainable Technology: http://www.green-trust.org [EMAIL PROTECTED] - Original Message - From: bratt [EMAIL PROTECTED] To:

Re: [biofuel] Thought provoking?

2003-03-26 Thread Keith Addison
I do not know the author of this, so I do not even know if it is a true opinion or fiction. But it does sound plausible, I must admit I find it difficult to not find the everyday violence which is more common is non-western countries, somewhat horrifying. I taught a summer class last year for

Re: [biofuel] This one is for you, Keith ;-)

2003-03-26 Thread Keith Addison
Hello Steve I was born in '65, and I seem to get touched by this on occasion :-) Just a minor variant I think: you just posted another message about torque and motors under the heading Re: [biofuel] Arrogance of Power. Never mind, a good night's sleep and you'll feel all better! Have

[biofuel] Not The Full Story

2003-03-26 Thread Keith Addison
If the news articles or TV reports [on Iraq] don't have any bloodied or mangled bodies, you're not getting the full story. War is a form of state sanctioned murder and without bodies you've got no war. Some pictures here of what you're not being shown - see YOUR TAX DOLLARS AT WORK.

Re: [biofuel] Fw: It Has Always Been The Soldier

2003-03-26 Thread Appal Energy
Was it the soldier who also instituted so many of the restrictions on freedom that were a part of the US Patriot Act. While understanding the chaplain's sentiments, it is government that giveth and taketh away. It is the soldier's (and constabulary's) responsibility to enforce or protect

Re: [biofuel] Fw: It Has Always Been The Soldier

2003-03-26 Thread exotyone
The American Soldier ESP. Officers are DUTY BOUND to Disobey ANY illegal Order, or to commit ANY Geneva standard war crime. Not only is it allowed to ignore orders to do so, but you are MANDATED to, or suffer the same crime charge. You can also arrest ANY soldier, Officer or enlisted who

Re: [biofuel] This one is for you, Keith ;-)

2003-03-26 Thread Kim Garth Travis
Very funny except the part of before 1960, lets make that before 1950 so everyone is at least middle aged. Bright Blessings, Kim [who is learning her new computer and eudora] At 12:33 PM 3/26/2003 -0500, you wrote: I was born in '65, and I seem to get touched by this on occasion Have you

Re: [biofuel] Fw: It Has Always Been The Soldier

2003-03-26 Thread Keith Addison
When men and women in uniform speak out against the war, C-SPAN listens -- and so might mainstream America. http://www.alternet.org/story.html?StoryID=15453 Will Middle America Board the Peace Train? By Traci Hukill, AlterNet March 24, 2003 Consider the difference between two anti-war

Re: [biofuel] This is the reality of war. We bomb. They suffer

2003-03-26 Thread Keith Addison
Here's a new interview with Robert Fisk. http://www.zmag.org/content/showarticle.cfm?SectionID=36ItemID=3323 Un-Embedded Journalist by Robert Fisk March 25, 2003 Robert Fisk on Washington's 'Quagmire' in Iraq, Civilian Deaths and the Fallacy of Bush's 'War of Liberation' 7,000 words, good

Re: [biofuel] Fw: It Has Always Been The Soldier

2003-03-26 Thread bratt
Jennifer: Wasn't there a soldier named Michael New that refused to serve as a UN soldier because he had sworn alegiance to the USA? Didn't he end up in jail for refusing this illegal order? EdB- Original Message - From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: biofuel@yahoogroups.com Sent:

Re: [biofuel] Biofuel business in developing countries.

2003-03-26 Thread Hakan Falk
I have done language changes provided by Darryl, thank's. Wrote a little bit more on prices etc. and are working on the rest. I am in a hurry, because I have to be operated for a dislocated retina next week. So any suggestions are welcome. http://energy.saving.nu/biofuels/biofueldev.shtml

Re: [biofuel] australia ethanol news

2003-03-26 Thread paul van den bergen
On Thu, 27 Mar 2003 12:06 am, Steve Spence wrote: properly washed biodiesel has no appreciable amounts of alcohol left in it. when I wrote: I have heard arguements that leaving the eexcess ehtanol in the BD does no harm (increases the calorific value of the fuel which also redresses the

Re: [biofuel] the joy of dumpster diving...

2003-03-26 Thread Andrew Lowe
On 26 Mar 2003 at 11:03, paul van den bergen wrote: well, today I did the only sensible thing,... I dove into the skip down stairs where tehy are refurbishing the eng building and scavenged The EN building or the 3 storey one that fronts onto Burwood Rd? Ahhh the memories.

[biofuel] End of the world as we know it?

2003-03-26 Thread kirk
End of the world as we know it? You know the world is going crazy when the best rapper is a white guy, the best golfer is a black guy, The Swiss hold the America's Cup, France is accusing the US of arrogance, and Germany doesn't want to go to war. Yahoo! Groups

[biofuel] methynol/methyl hydrate?

2003-03-26 Thread brent3369
I need to know if these two products are the same, or can they both be used to make bio diesel? Brent Yahoo! Groups Sponsor -~-- Your own Online Store Selling our Overstock. http://us.click.yahoo.com/rZll0B/4ftFAA/46VHAA/FGYolB/TM

Re: [biofuel] Electric generators

2003-03-26 Thread jgnat1488
Thanks for the geography lesson, i realy should be more up on things like that. Unfortunatly i think the mazda tranny is different. Thanks for the offer! Jason Gnatowsky --- bratt [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have been offered a diesel from a 1984 Mazda truck and two transmissions for $350

[biofuel] Re: National address in just a few moments

2003-03-26 Thread motie_d
--- In biofuel@yahoogroups.com, Keith Addison [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: If that's what you think, you missed everything. I feel bad for you. May George W. Bush and all his evil ilk roast in hell forever for this. Fire the ovens up on fossil-fuels and let them think about that for

Re: [biofuel] No washing, Solid Catalyst, etc

2003-03-26 Thread Y.K. Jain/ess
Thanks Mr. Addison. Y. K. Jain Keith Addison wrote: http://www-ang.kfunigraz.ac.at/~mittelba/ www.etis.net/balpyo/renew14/04.pdf Don't know if it makes any difference, but the www.etis.net file above is not the same paper. The one I quoted from is here: Production and Fuel Properties