{"id":1845,"date":"2021-03-10T12:17:33","date_gmt":"2021-03-10T12:17:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cleanindiatech.com\/blog\/?p=1845"},"modified":"2021-08-12T11:33:32","modified_gmt":"2021-08-12T11:33:32","slug":"what-is-an-organic-waste-composter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cleanindiatech.com\/blog\/what-is-an-organic-waste-composter\/","title":{"rendered":"What is an Organic Waste Composter?"},"content":{"rendered":"

To understand this, we first need to understand Composting. In simpler terms, it is a method to convert solid organic waste into compost which in turn helps increase the fertility of the soil. In a more specific manner, it is a way to treat solid waste where microorganisms break down the organic material(waste) which helps the natural process of decay.<\/span><\/p>\n

Now an Organic Waste Composter<\/a><\/strong> is a device that helps decompose the organic waste into nutrient-rich humus or compost. In other words, it is not a substitute for natural decomposition, it just accelerates the process by controlling the natural conditions such as heat, humidity, and moisture. Most of the Organic Waste Composter <\/strong><\/a>in the market.<\/span><\/p>\n

Read Also: Organic Waste Converter and how it’s done<\/a><\/strong><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

It is typically a big box-like machine and consists of:<\/strong><\/p>\n

In-built shredder<\/strong>:<\/strong> It is used for shredding the waste which helps speed up the decomposition process.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mixing blade<\/strong>:<\/strong> It is for mixing up the waste for the even distribution.<\/span><\/p>\n

Humidity sensor & heater<\/strong>:<\/strong> The microorganisms and enzymes decompose the organic compost and turn it into the compost, requiring the ideal conditions so they can multiply and operate at full efficiency.<\/span><\/p>\n

Air ventilation system<\/strong>:<\/strong> Aerobic organisms need to breathe air to survive. In high-temperature aerobic composting, Aeration is necessary for rapid odor-free decomposition. It also helps reduce high initial moisture content in composting materials. <\/span><\/p>\n

Moisture control system<\/strong>:<\/strong> When the pile is soggy, the gaps between the organic pieces fill with water and the pile becomes too dense to support aerobic bacteria and other organisms.<\/span><\/p>\n

You also need sawdust which acts as a moisture regulator material for composting raw materials, or as a sludge with high moisture content, livestock waste, and waste. Also, the use of enzymes helps break down the wastes at an accelerated rate.<\/span><\/p>\n

Moreover, compost is a better alternative to traditional manure as it is first, readily available, unlike manure which takes its own time to form. Secondly, it stabilizes the pH of the land which normally the manure can’t do efficiently. Additionally, manure can have weed seeds which is often a trouble for the farmers.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are the types of organic waste?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Organic waste is the biodegradable waste that comes from plants & animals. Some examples of organic waste include green waste, food waste, food-soiled paper, non-hazardous wood waste, green waste, and landscape, and pruning waste.<\/span><\/p>\n

We can classify Organic Waste into 4 types:<\/strong><\/h4>\n