Abstract
This study aimed to determine the effect of carbonization control through the internal temperature into charcoal yield and its properties as well as the development of a thermal profile during carbonization and cooling. The evaluated kiln is circular of surface, with a capacity of 12 st (9 m³) meters of wood; it was built in masonry and coupled to a furnace for combustion gases generated. The control of the carbonization is performed by measuring the temperature inside the kiln, with the aid of an infrared temperature sensor. Carbonization without temperature control showed 26.4% of charcoal yield, while the average of charcoal yield produced with temperature control was 33.2%. Charcoal produced on circular kiln offered suitable quality for domestic and industrial use. Carbonization control by the internal temperature provides a significant increase in charcoal yield, and reduced semi-carbonized wood. The interpretation of thermal maps and recognition of faults during carbonization or cooling, allow improvements in the control, which will result in increased productivity and quality of charcoal.
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