Description
Book SynopsisThis book covers the technology of vegetable oil extraction, including theory, process technologies used for various oilseeds, machinery operation and design aspects. Pertinent topics are covered in two parts: mechanical expression and solvent extraction. The importance of each preparation operation is explained as related to oilseed structure, outlining the differences in the quality of prepared material from various oilseeds. It also covers modern press designs, designs of extractors, desolventisers and distillation line, and support equipment. Effect of each unit operation on final product quality, levels of safety and precautions in plant operation, and plant automation, are discussed. Finally, the book takes a peek at possible novel and green technologies to find solutions to problems faced by the industry.
Features:
- Provides comprehensive coverage of vegetable oil extraction technology as applicable to major and minor oil-bearing materials.
Table of Contents
Part 1 Mechanical Expression 1. Introduction 2. Technology of Preparation of Oil-Bearing Materials prior to Mechanical Expression 3. Preparation Equipment: Operation Principles and Design Aspects 4. Screw Pressing 5. Cake Cooling, Storage and Utilisation 6. Oil Filtration, Cooling and Storage 7. Process Control and Automation 8. Utility Requirement for Oil Mills 9. Quality Issues 10. Safety and Environment Aspects Part 2 Solvent Extraction 11. Introduction 12. Preparation Prior to Solvent Extraction 13. Preparation Equipment: Construction Features and Design Aspects 14. Solvent Extraction: Technology and Plant Operation 15. SEP Equipment: Operation, Construction and Design Aspects 16. Meal Pelleting and Edible Products of Soybean 17. Bagging and Storage of De-oiled Meal 18. Effect of Processing on Quality of Oil and Meal 19. Utility Requirement of Oil Extraction Plants 20. Environmental and Safety Issues
