Rice is a significant food source for almost half of the global population. While the processing of the grain to produce the edible brown, white, or polished rice is generally uncomplicated, the processing of the bran – or the outer layer of the brown rice where most of the fat and nutrients are stored –…
How To Setup An Oil Mill With Process Bins: 4 Things To Know
One of the many values that we can provide to our clients is the vantage point from working with processors across the globe. Our specialists are routinely at client sites to talk system design, provide training, and troubleshoot problems. From these visits, our specialists learn about industry trends and new practices across the globe. We…
Extrusion Technology Crucial for the Plant Protein Market
Good news for oilseed processors: the plant protein market is heading towards an all-time high. A new research study by The Insight Partners projects that plant protein is expected to grow at a CAGR of 6.2% from 2019-2027 to reach a value of 28 million USD by 2027. Processors have the potential for high profits…
Using Heat to Reduce Trypsin Inhibitors and Urease
When prepared correctly, plants are a nutritional and low-cost source of protein for animal feed. The soybean is especially valuable as a food source because of its high protein content and favorable amino acid profile. However, soy also contains several enzymes that can negatively impact nutrition and potentially harm animals and humans. Cooking and drying…
Oil Oxidation: How To Measure It And Why It Matters
Oil oxidation, also known as rancidity, is a challenge that all processors in the edible oil industry must face. There is no avoiding oxidation – oil is always in a state of oxidation, and the process cannot be stopped completely. However, oxidation can be limited with certain steps. What is oil oxidation? Oxidation is an…
Boost Your Oil Yield: Why the Recycle Loop Matters
There are a few situations that can rapidly diminish profits at an expeller press processing plant. Along with the most common downfalls like unnecessary downtime and inadequate seed preparation, leaving oil in the meal has about the same result as, well, lighting your wallet on fire. To maximize profits, processors should aim to reduce the…
Soybean Meal: Protein Solubility vs. Protein Dispersibility Index
Preview in new tab Soybean is the most valuable oilseed meal on the animal feed market due to its protein content and favorable amino acid profile. Soybean also responds well to heat treatment used to destroy anti-nutritional factors (ANF) necessary for maintaining the health of monogastric animals. Although heat treatment is needed to destroy ANF,…
Maximize Your Expeller-Pressed Oil Process with Overflow
To be effective when processing with an expeller, operators must monitor and adjust several variables. A new batch of material or a different seed type will inevitably respond differently than the last. Everything from the storage of the raw seeds, upstream preparation, and wear on machine parts can impact the expeller-pressed oil process results and…
How High-Shear Dry Extrusion Advances Greener Oil Milling
Pursuing green initiatives in any industry can be difficult, but it can be particularly challenging for the oil milling industry. Regardless of whether oilseeds are processed for consumption, non-edible products like soap, fuel, or animal feed, the financial margin for error is slim. The decision to make changes to long-established practices or invest in new…