Palm oil process

Separation solutions for palm oil process

Palm oil is one of the two most important vegetable oils in the world’s oil and fats market. Whatever the step in the palm oil milling process (clari¬fication, POME, fertilizer, composting, biogas, EFB), a solid/liquid separation phase is needed to meet the requirements applying to the final product. The KOEN equipment is the right solution to meet the separation needs of palm oil producers and users.

We are the only supplier that can offer decanters, filter presses, screw presses, belt presses, dryers, and also a way to save 80% on hydraulic oil expenditure thanks to our innovative palm olein power pack (POPP). POPP enhances food safety by driving the hydraulic system with palm olein, which is superior to food grade mineral hydraulic oil. If a spill occurs, the oil will not be contaminated.

Also, this system allows substantial cost savings by recycling the palm oil, thus eliminating the use of mineral oil or food grade mineral oil.

To dewater anaerobic ponds of POME or digestate, the palm oil mill operator is looking for low energy consumption and low maintenance. The TurboJet system allows a 15 to 20% reduction in power consumption, and the ANDRITZ decanter centrifuge is maintenance-friendly as well, with very competitive maintenance costs. The high-performance, open-flight conveyor contributes towards ensuring good dewatering behavior.