In the same way as any other thermal technology, the capacity of a TCC^® is depending on the energy input and the content of the waste. Therefore, any capacity indication for thermal desorption processes has to be based on the composition of the waste.

The energy required to heat and evaporate the various components in the waste is defined by thermodynamics.

In particular, capacity is depending on the amount of water in the waste. When Thermtech gives an indication of the processing capacity this is based on assumptions regarding the content. A "3 ton per hour" unit will have that capacity with 70/15/15 solids/water/oil ratio (by weight) and will have a main motor/engine of approx. 700kW. If the water content is lower, the capacity of the same unit will be higher than three tons per hour. Up-scaling the equipment, also above 4-5 tons per hour is probably doable, but that may leave less flexibility than what multiple units will give.