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Sliding Cell Extractor - Seed Crushing and Extraction
The heart of the extraction plant is the Lurgi Sliding Cell Extractor, which can easily be adapted to different feedstocks. Designed for operational reliability, it optimizes the extraction process by creating a complete counter-current flow of the solvent on the flakes and large contact areas.
The extracted oil solvent mixture, or miscella, is then separated into its components by distillation and water degumming. The solvent undergoes a process to remove moisture and is then recycled, while gums can be purified to lecithine or recycled to the meal. The desolventized, toasted, dried and cooled (DTDC) meal can be used as protein rich animal feed.
In order to meet environmental standards, the technology uses a slight vacuum throughout the entire extraction process. This allows emissions to be controlled through absorption with mineral oil.
Advantages
- Efficient technology extracts edible oils from seeds
- Process easily adapted to wide range of oil seed feedstocks
- Environmental emissions controlled through absorption
Key figures
- Capacity: up to 4 000 tons per day
