Manufacturer of biochar, charcoal, briquettes and lighters according to FSC-certified standards
Ecobrasa Corp
Maia (Gemunde), PortugalNew on Amplifa
About Ecobrasa
Ecobrasa Corp is a Portuguese manufacturer of charcoal and fire products based in the Zona Industrial da Maia (Gemunde, Maia). The company produces biochar from biomass of sustainably managed forests, in particular from the growth of invasive tree species such as Australian acacia and acacia mimosa, as well as traditional charcoal in various packaging sizes (2–17 kg), bulk goods, briquettes, ecological lighters and heating products. Carbonization is carried out by slow pyrolysis in, according to the company, technologically innovative kilns. According to the manufacturer, the biochar is characterized by low proportions of gases and volatile substances as well as a high proportion of fixed carbon. Distribution takes place exclusively through the specialized trade to professional customers; the website is available in Portuguese, Spanish, English and French. Products carry the DINplus and FSC certifications; in addition, Marabú charcoal from Namibia is offered. The company points to over 16 years of experience (as of 2020).
- Site
- -298 Gemunde, Maia
- Processes
- Slow pyrolysis (carbonization), Distribution exclusively to specialized trade/professionals, Product catalog (kg/dm³/Granel/Professional), Additional products: briquettes, lighters, heating products
- Materials
- Biochar, Charcoal (Carvão Vegetal), Briquettes, Marabú charcoal (100% African marabú, Namibia), Biochar (Biocarvão), Briquettes (Briquetes), Marabú charcoal, Acacia Australiana / Acacia Mimosa
- Certificates
- DINplus, FSC, DINplus (P1G043), FSC C139354
- Industries
- Barbecue/firewood trade, Specialized wholesale, End consumers (via retail)
- 01
Procurement of certified biomass (including invasive species)
- 02
Slow pyrolysis (carbonization) in kilns
- 03
Processing into biochar/charcoal, briquettes and lighters
- 04
Packaging in paper and raffia bags (2–19 kg)
- 05
Palletizing and logistics
- 06
Distribution via the specialized trade
Raw Materials & Processes
Biochar (Biocarvão)
Made from biomass of sustainably managed, FSC-certified forests, produced by slow pyrolysis.
Charcoal (Carvão Vegetal)
Classic charcoal in kg, dm³ and professional variants as well as bulk (Granel).
Briquettes (Briquetes)
Pressed fuels for barbecues and fireplaces.
Marabú charcoal
100% African marabú from Namibia for the professional line.
Acacia Australiana / Acacia Mimosa
Invasive tree species as a raw material for ecological biochar production.
Ecological and white lighters (Acendalhas)
Firelighters for barbecue and fireplace in the product range.
Locations
Maia (Gemunde)
PTHeadquarters and logistics
- Materials
- Biochar, charcoal, briquettes, Marabú charcoal
- Carbonization kilns (pyrolysis)
Products
Inside the production
Industries
Processes & technical limits
| Processes | Tolerance | Max. part | Weight | Lot size | Materials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slow pyrolysis (carbonization)Heat treatment | – | – | – | – | Biomass (wood, Acacia australiana, Acacia mimosa) |
1 Anlagen & Maschinen
| Machine | Manufacturer / model | Quantity | Working area | Year built | Site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carbonization kilns (technologically innovative, pyrolysis) | – | – | – | – | – |
Additional services
Quality & Certification
The products carry the Kimmer certification DINplus (P1G043) and the FSC chain C139354 (100% from responsible sources).
| Evidence | Maia (Gemunde) |
|---|---|
| DINplus (P1G043) | |
| FSC C139354 |
History
Website reference to over 16 years of experience (as of 2020)