Introduction Soybean (also known as soyabean), the legume or bean with the botanical name Glycine max, has attained global importance as a rich source of proteins and polyunsaturated oil after the World War II. It is also an important vegetarian source of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Direct food uses of soybeans include soya milk […]
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Introduction Preparation is the first step in the process of extracting oil from oilseeds. Once harvested, oilseeds are stored for some time before transported to the extraction facility. Inorganic and organic impurities accumulated during harvesting, storing and transport must be removed before the extraction process can begin. These include contaminants like leaves and stems, shells,
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An AMC ensures that your plant receives regular and timely expert maintenance so it can run smoothly over a more extended period. Here’s what you should know about an AMC for your extraction or refinery plant and equipment.
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With any technology, machinery and equipment, wear and tear from continued usage and new advancements prompt the need for upgrades. Plant Engineers often ask us for information to help them deliver a compelling case to their management. We\’ve pooled together our learning\’s from the last eight decades and developed guideline you can use to build a case for upgrading your refinery or extraction plant equipment.
Profit margins in the oils and fats industry are notoriously low, and manufacturers must seek methods to extract maximum yield from the cake before it is repurposed as animal feed. Here are some solutions.
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Although the screw press is the core element in any pressing plant, it has to be complemented by appropriate seed preparation to show its full potential. A low milling error – an index to describe the availability of the oil for solvent extraction – is the key to success, particularly in pre-pressing and solvent extraction plants.
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Over the past few years, shea butter has emerged as the base of choice for both cosmetic and kitchen applications globally. Here, we explain what exactly shea butter is and what the best processes to obtain shea
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The separation of oils and fats from oil-bearing materials is carried out by rendering, pressing and solvent extraction. Of these, rendering is used to extract animal fats while pressing and solvent extraction are used for vegetable oils.
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