Due to cooking, the oil droplets in the seeds come together and also the cell wall is broken, this results in improved oil yield and low power consumption. A continuous screw press is used to extract the oil. The castor seed passes through the machine where the screw shaft is rotated in the parallel direction and crushing the seeds.
What is castor oil extraction machine?
To extract the oil they must be crushed and pressed with screw pressing at high or low temperature. The castor oil extraction machine is an advanced vegetable oil press machine, characterized by its simple design, easy operation, wide suitability and continuous operation, high productivity and high oil output rate.
Where is castor seed oil extracted?
We are experienced in turnkey Castor Seed Oil Extraction Plants. Our machines are working successfully in over 55 countries. Major Castor Seed producing countries are Brazil, India and Argentina. Other countries growing Castor include Indonesia, Indo-China, Madagascar, Angola and Mozambique.
Should castor oil be extracted in South Africa?
As the benefits of castor oil continue to dominate the local and international media, most individuals are expressing interest in the unique oil product. The suggested castor oil extraction plant in South Africa should be sufficient to meet the local demand for castor oil and even provide a surplus for export.