Vertical seed conditioning system for oil extraction
Ensure optimal oil yield and quality from oilseeds by employing a vertical seed conditioning system designed for precise temperature and moisture control before extraction.
Heats and Dries Oilseeds Efficiently
The Crown Iron Works Vertical Seed Conditioner (VSC) is engineered for precise seed preparation in oilseed processing and biofuel production. This equipment is pivotal in heating and drying oilseeds, utilizing a first-in, first-out process with low pressure or flash steam. Its stackable design accommodates up to 12 heating sections, allowing for scalability from 25 to 3,500 MTPD. The VSC enhances moisture removal with a patented air system, ensuring optimal seed conditioning for end-products like soybean oil, hemp seed oil, and protein isolates. Constructed with oval 304L stainless steel tubes, it guarantees effective heat transfer and durability. The unit is easily integrated into existing production lines, offering adjustable residence times for flexibility. Optional heat sources and low power requirements (1-1/2 hp maximum) contribute to energy efficiency. Maintenance is streamlined with access to all tubes via removable covers, and Crown’s engineering support ensures tailored configurations for diverse processing needs.
Benefits
- Enhances processing efficiency with precise temperature and moisture control.
- Scalable design maximizes flexibility for production expansion.
- Low energy consumption reduces operational costs.
- Flexible integration supports diverse end-product requirements.
- Minimal maintenance requirements increase operational uptime.
- Applications
- Specialty chemicals,Oleochemicals,Nutraceuticals,Plant-based proteins,Oilseed processing,Biofuel,Renewable diesel,Hemp cbd oil extraction,Pharmaceuticals
- End products
- Sunflower oil,Protein powders,Pharmaceutical intermediates,Soybean oil,Cbd oil,Protein isolates,Fatty acids,Omega-3 supplements,Herbal extracts,Biodiesel,Glycerin,Natural waxes,Hemp seed oil,Canola oil,Corn oil
- Steps before
- Grinding,Cracking,Purification
- Steps after
- Oil Extraction,Desolventization,Drying
- Input ingredients
- oilseeds,canola seeds,soybeans,corn germ,sunflower seeds
- Output ingredients
- conditioned seeds,heated seeds,dried seeds
- Market info
- Crown Iron Works is renowned for its expertise in designing and manufacturing engineered-to-order equipment for oilseed processing and edible oil extraction, with a strong reputation for innovation, reliability, and delivering customized solutions worldwide.
- Residence Time
- 20–40 minutes
- Capacity
- 25–3,500 MTPD
- Heating Sections
- Up to 12 sections
- Drying Efficiency
- Up to 3% drying
- Discharge Power
- 1-1/2 hp (1.2 kW) maximum
- Pressure
- 1 BAR or 15 PSI
- Heat Transfer Tube Material
- Oval 304L SS tubes
- Working Mechanism
- Vertical Conditioning with Air and Heat
- Integrated Steps
- Heating,Drying,Moisture Removal
- Batch vs. Continuous Operation
- Continuous
- Automation Level
- Manual Control of Residence Time
- Residence Time Control
- Adjustable Heating Sections
- Moisture Removal
- Patented Air System
- Density/particle size
- 0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm
- Discharge method
- Low power volumetric rotor discharge
- Heating sections
- Up to 12 stackable sections
- Material
- Oval 304L SS tubes
- Module expandability
- Easily expandable by adding sections
- Inspection feature
- Side inspection covers
- Volume
- 5 models available (25–3,500 MTPD)
- Heating sections
- Up to 12 heating sections
- Residence time control
- Adjustable through seed rate
- Optional heat sources
- Hot water or flash steam
- Discharge method
- Low power volumetric rotor
- Heating tube material
- Oval 304L SS tubes