White flake desolventization for oilseed processing
In oilseed processing, maintaining the integrity of white flakes during desolventization is crucial for producing high-quality, high PDI or NSI meal. The challenge lies in gently removing solvents while ensuring the maximum amount of whole flakes and minimal fines.
Effective desolventization with gentle handling
The White Flake Desolventization system by Crown Iron Works gently processes white flakes across heated trays to preserve their integrity during desolventization. The system uses low-pressure indirect steam to drive off hexane vapors at low temperatures, reducing hexane losses to less than 500 PPM. Its compact design requires minimal floor space, and the system uses fewer than 40hp for a 10-ton-per-day capacity. Additionally, fewer moving parts mean less downtime and lower maintenance costs. This system can be finely tuned to optimize PDI, residual hexane, and steam consumption, making it highly flexible for varied operational needs in oilseed processing industries.
Benefits
- Low operating costs due to reduced hexane losses
- Maintains flake integrity with gentle handling
- Compact design saves floor space
- Low energy consumption at less than 40hp for 10 TPD
- Flexible operation for optimal processing