This is a mechanical method (An oil press machine) used for extracting oil, suitable for both large-scale and small-scale production of sunflower oil. It can be used for the initial processing of sunflower seeds to extract oil and leave behind oil cake. Sunflower oil can be pressed using either cold-pressed or hot-pressed methods.
What is a solvent extraction machine for sunflower oil?
Expeller pressed sunflower oil and solvent extraction methods are two common production processing for sunflower oil. Using the pressing method typically results in an oil residue rate of around 7%, whereas solvent extraction can reduce the oil residue rate to about 1%. It’s worth noting that solvent extraction machine is costlier.
How do I start a small-scale sunflower oil production line?
To start a small-scale sunflower oil production line, you will need a sunflower oil processing plant, which includes the extraction line for sunflower oil. This line is responsible for extracting the oil from the sunflower seeds. The extraction process typically involves using a solvent to separate the oil from the seeds.
Is expeller-pressed sunflower oil better than solvent extraction?
While the solvent extraction method has a lower residual oil rate, it might entail a significant solvent consumption, resulting in elevated production costs for sunflower oil processing plants. Consequently, many oil production plants are inclined to opt for the method of expeller-pressed sunflower oil, achieving the desired production outcomes.