The Induced Blanket Reactor system is comprised of a series of independent above ground tanks or cells with the appearance of a classic farm silo.  IBR systems are modular and scalable, allowing the digester to grow incrementally with the needs of the user without major alterations to the existing facility.  Andigen digesters are fully automated with a user friendly control system.  The IBR design is simple, extremely reliable and requires minimal energy to run a largely passive operation.

A high rate digester results in a lower material storage requirement.  Combined with a vertical column design, the IBR footprint is much smaller than needed by other anaerobic digesters.   With a small footprint, IBR tanks are generally housed in an insulated, environmentally controlled building for a more consistent operation and protection from the elements.

Using the above ground, small diameter cell approach, the IBR offers greater modularity than alternative in-ground systems or very large complete mix tanks.  Completed IBR tanks are delivered to the user site for fast and simple installation, and can be moved to another location later if ever needed.  When maintenance is required, a single tank can be taken off line without affecting the overall system that if free to continue operation without interruption.  The IBR’s operation is mechanically simple with lower maintenance requirements and less energy consumption.