Process of processing fresh palm oil from the beginning to become CPO oil #Sitanggang_Tanggarube

Summary

This video provides a detailed walkthrough of the palm oil production process, from fruit selection to oil distribution. It covers each stage, including sterilization, threshing, pressing, and oil separation, highlighting the use of specialized machines and techniques. The video also touches on waste management, energy production, and the reprocessing of byproducts. Designed to give a comprehensive understanding of palm oil factory operations, this guide offers a clear, step-by-step explanation of how raw fruit is transformed into finished palm oil ready for commercial use.

Takeaways

• 😀 The process of palm oil production begins with selecting the fruit based on predetermined standards to ensure quality.
• 😀 After fruit selection, the fruit is transported to a loading ramp for temporary storage before further processing.
• 😀 The next step involves sterilizing the fruit in a vertical sterilizer at temperatures between 100°C and 130°C for about 90 minutes to kill enzymes and reduce water content.
• 😀 After sterilization, the fruit is separated from the bunches using a thresher, with a slamming system to separate the palm fruit from the bunches.
• 😀 The tankos (fruit bunches) are pressed in an empty bunch press to extract as much oil as possible, followed by filtering to remove impurities.
• 😀 The processed fruit then moves to a digester, where it is heated to 90-95°C to crush the fruit and release the oil.
• 😀 The next step is pressing the crushed fruit in a screw press to extract oil, which is then filtered for sand and impurities.
• 😀 The oil undergoes a further filtration process in the CST (Clarification Tank System) to separate oil, water, and sludge through gravity.
• 😀 After clarification, the oil enters a vacuum dryer to reduce its water content before being sent to storage tanks.
• 😀 The remaining sludge and impurities are filtered out using a centrifuge and brush trainer, with the oil then flowing into the SDT (Sludge Disposal Tank).
• 😀 The seeds are separated, cleaned, and graded before being sent to a nut polishing drum and then cracked in a ripple mill for further processing.

Q & A

What is the first step in the palm oil production process?

The first step in the palm oil production process is the fruit selection and sorting. The fruits are chosen based on predetermined standards to ensure only quality fruits are processed.

Why are the palm fruits sterilized, and what is the sterilization process?

The palm fruits are sterilized to kill enzymes like lipase, reduce moisture, and make the fruit easier to process. The fruits are steamed for about 90 minutes at temperatures between 100°C and 130°C in a vertical sterilizer.

What happens during the threshing process in palm oil production?

During the threshing process, the fruits are separated from the bunches (tangkos) using a slamming system. The loose fruits are separated from the bunches, which are then reprocessed to extract more oil.

How is oil extracted from the palm fruit?

After sterilization and threshing, the palm fruits are sent to a screw press, which crushes and squeezes the fruit to extract the oil. The oil is then filtered to remove impurities.

What is the purpose of the vibrating screen in the palm oil process?

The vibrating screen serves to filter out any remaining impurities, such as sand or other solid particles, from the oil before it is sent to the next stage of processing.

What role does the CST (Clarification Settling Tank) play in the palm oil production process?

The CST uses gravity to separate oil, water, and sludge. The clarified oil is then transferred to a vacuum dryer, where its water content is reduced before storage.

What happens to the sludge and dirt collected during the oil extraction process?

The sludge and dirt are processed in a sludge tank and a centrifuge, which separates the waste from the oil. The clean oil is then directed to the SDT tank for further storage.

How are the seeds separated from the palm fruits, and what is done to them afterward?

The seeds are separated from the palm fruit in a nut polishing drum, which removes any remaining fiber or impurities. The seeds are then sorted by size in a nut grading drum before being sent for further processing.

What is the purpose of the ripple mill in the palm oil factory?

The ripple mill is used to break the seeds, which are then processed through an elevator and sent to further stages, including the separation of the kernel from the shell.

How does the boiler station contribute to the energy needs of the palm oil factory?

The boiler station uses by-products like husks and fibers to generate steam, which powers turbines to produce electricity. The steam is also used for various processing needs in the factory.