Sumitomo Heavy Industries (SHI) is an apex predator in the global heavy machinery and energy sectors. With roots dating back to 1888, SHI has evolved into the world's leading provider of Circulating Fluidized Bed (CFB) boiler technology. In the biomass world, they are the "Grand Architect," responsible for designing and building the multi-megawatt power plants that keep cities running on renewable fuel. Their systems are uniquely engineered to handle "difficult" fuels—such as high-chlorine waste or varying moisture biomass—with extremely low emissions. SHI doesn’t just focus on combustion; they provide the complete material handling ecosystem, from the shipyard cranes that unload PKS (Palm Kernel Shells) to the high-torque conveyors that feed the furnaces. For an investor, SHI represents the highest tier of engineering reliability and bankability in the renewable energy market.
Key capabilities
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Global leader in high-efficiency CFB (Circulating Fluidized Bed) boiler technology
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Specializes in 'Multi-Fuel' combustion: mixing wood, PKS, and waste without efficiency loss
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Full EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction) for biomass power plants up to 500MW
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Proprietary 'Internal Recirculation' designs that minimize NOx and SOx emissions
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Extensive material handling expertise for large-scale wood chip and pellet logistics
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Unparalleled bankability for project financing due to a 130-year industrial legacy
🏆 Notable projects & clients
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75MW Biomass Power Plant in Ichihara, Japan
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Multi-fuel CFB Boilers for major European utilities
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Acquired Foster Wheeler's Fluidized Bed business to become a global #1
Export markets
UK, Poland, SE Asia, USA, South Korea