Canola oil exports have more than doubled in the last decade and global demand is forecasted to rise by 40% in 2025 ( Tiwari et al., 2020 ). Expeller pressing is the main process of canola oil extraction from canola seeds. Chemical or solvent extraction using hexane is also used to extract the residual oil from the pressed cake.
How is canola oil pressed?
In Mechanical Press, Canola oilseeds are pressed in a series of Screw Presses / Expellers. This process uses no chemical and leaves about 5-7% oil in the residual Cake/Meal. This pressed cake can be subjected to Solvent Extraction for further Oil Extraction. Step 4. Solvent Extraction
What is an oil extraction machine?
This machine is commonly used in commercial or industrial where there is a need for large-scale oil production. They are engineered to efficiently process significant quantities of oilseeds or nuts, ensuring high productivity and optimal oil extraction yields.
How to process canola seed?
For processing Canola seed, the basic equipment we need are Seed Cleaner, Seed Cooker/Kettle, Oil Press, Filter Press, Steam Boiler, Screw Conveyors & Bucket Elevators. The following are steps involved in Canola Oil Extraction Plant: Step 1. Seed Cleaning Canola Seeds are separated and cleaned to remove impurities such as dust, metal, plant stalks.