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Harnessing the power of technology: Advances in edible oil processing technology

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Introduction Over the past century or so, edible oil processing technology has largely stuck to traditional ways. Mechanical extraction, solvent extraction using traditional solvents like hexane, and certain specialty extraction processes have been go-to techniques in almost every edible oil processing plant. In recent years, however, a revolution has been brewing silently in laboratories, centres […]

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Biodegradable lubricants for a greener future

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In my years leading product development and innovation at Kumar Metal Industries, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing firsthand the vast and ever-widening scope of the oilseeds processing industry. Beyond just edible oils, our partners have relied on us to help them produce biodiesels, oleochemicals, hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO), and more. One of the most

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Insights from the CEO: The journey of leading a top oils and fats EPCC company in India

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As a leading EPCC company in India delivering turnkey projects to oils and fats producers globally, Kumar has many specialities. These include edible and non-edible vegetable oil extraction, pre-treatment, refining, oils and fats modification, biodiesel, oleochemicals, and waste product recovery. Biju George Palayil is an oils and fats industry veteran who took over the reins

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A handbook for biodiesel manufacturing: Processes, trends, and technologies

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In the past few decades, the global population has soared, urbanisation has accelerated, and the demand for energy in all its forms has increased. An increase in environmental pollution is associated with this increase in energy demand and consumption. As the world attempts to transition away from fossil fuel dependence, biodiesel manufacturing presents itself as

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The future of edible oils: How the edible oil industry is evolving

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Introduction In bottles on your kitchen shelves, in processed food products, cosmetics, soaps, and possibly even your car engine, vegetable oils and their related products are omnipresent in our daily lives. Considering just how widespread the applications of these oils are in the food industry, it is unsurprising that market reports indicate the edible oils

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Navigating the global edible oils market: A roadmap for EPC companies

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Introduction The global edible oils market is expanding at a steady pace. As the demand for high-quality edible oils increases, so does the demand for higher processing capacities. This presents a unique opportunity for EPC (engineering, procurement, and construction) companies to work on projects of varied scales across product types and geographies. More importantly, it

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Decoding the economics of biodiesel production: Costs, benefits and ROI

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The biodiesel market: An upward trajectory Globally, biodiesel production is a growing industry. Grand View Research estimated the global biodiesel market size at US$32.09 billion in 2021, projecting that it would grow at a CAGR of 10% between 2022 and 2030. Growth in the production of biodiesel will be driven by a growth in its

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The Imperative to Innovate in the Edible Oils Processing Industry

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Introduction The edible oils processing industry is under pressure to innovate. Consumer demand for healthier and more sustainable products is on the rise, and the sector is feeling the heat from climate change. In this blog post, we’ll explore some of the challenges facing the industry and why innovation is essential for meeting these challenges

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Turn waste into profit with Kumar’s biodiesel manufacturing plant

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Introduction In our previous posts, we wrote extensively about the imperative to switch to sustainable fuels and the immense opportunity for the oils and fats industry to generate value. Building biodiesel manufacturing capability addresses the urgent need of the hour – alternate and sustainable fuel – and is also immense job creation and revenue generation opportunity,

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The incredible opportunity in India’s biodiesel story

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Introduction With its booming population and an ever-growing economy, India depends on energy sources such as oil, coal, and biomass for more than 80% of its energy needs. While the past decade has seen a tremendous modernization, there are still miles to achieve in terms of clean cooking fuels reaching every nook and corner of

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