Sunflower is crushed for oil recovery via one of two process methods, hard pressing or prepress solvent extraction. Hard pressing relies upon exerting high pressure on the prepared seed to separate oil from the solids fraction, historically recovering about 25% oil from the seed.
Which extraction method is best for sunflower seeds?
Therefore, prepress solvent extraction, with the highest oil recovery yield, is the process method utilized today for the majority of the sunflower seed that is crushed globally.
How can FY extractio help with sunflower oil production?
Starting your sunflower oil manufacturing with FY Extractio’s production line offers numerous benefits. Our advanced oil extraction technology and equipment are designed to help you extract the maximum amount of oil from sunflower seeds, making it a cost-effective solution for small sunflower oil plants.
What is the production process of sunflower oil?
Sunflower oil is a widely consumed vegetable oil that is extracted from sunflower seeds. The production process of sunflower oil involves several steps, including oil pressing, solvent extraction, refining, and dewaxing. In this article, we will discuss the complete sunflower oil production process in detail. Step 1: Cleaning and Shelling