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What are palm oil processing machines and their prices in Nigeria?

2025-07-08

As one of the world’s important palm oil producers, Nigeria’s palm oil processing industry has shown a dual trend of equipment upgrading and capacity expansion in recent years due to the surge in domestic demand and the linkage effect of the international market. This article combines the latest market data to analyze the market pattern of palm oil processing machines in Nigeria from the dimensions of equipment type, price range, technology trend and industry challenges. I. Core Equipment Types and Capacity Distribution Nigerian palm oil processing equipment is mainly divided into three modules, namely pressing, refining and fractionation, covering the whole process from fresh fruits to finished oil productsPressing equipmentSmall double-screw oil press: daily processing capacity of 0.5-2 tons, applicable to family workshops or small cooperatives, with a price of about 100,000-300,000 yuan (e.g., Henan Forester Intelligent Technology’s basic type production line).Medium-sized continuous oil press line: daily processing capacity of 1-5 tons, equipped with automated fresh fruit disinfection, shelling, pressing system, price of about 1 million – 2 million yuan (such as Zhengzhou Zhiqian Machinery 50 tons / day full continuous equipment).Large-scale industrial oil pressing plant: the daily processing capacity is more than 50 tons, integrating steam treatment, screw pressing and gross oil storage, and the investment of a single set of equipment is more than RMB 5 million (e.g. Henan Guorui Oil & Grease’s 1,000 tons/day project for Akwa Ibom State, Nigeria).Refining equipmentIntermittent refining tower: It is suitable for small and medium-sized factories to improve the quality of fats and oils through acid and alkali neutralization, decolorization and deodorization processes, with a price of about RMB 500,000-1,500,000 (e.g. Gongyi Wanlong Machinery’s 10t/d refiner).Full continuous refining line: adopting molecular distillation technology, it can produce zero trans fatty acid high-end oils and fats, the price is over RMB 3 million (e.g….

How should palm press fibers from palm oil production be utilized?

2025-06-21

Palm oil, an important pillar of the global edible oil market, has long been regarded as a low-value by-product in terms of the palm press fiber generated during its production. However, with the deepening of the concept of circular economy and breakthroughs in material science, this natural cellulose-rich material is gradually transforming from a waste to a high value-added resource. In this paper, we will systematically sort out the diversified utilization strategies of palm pressed fiber from the three dimensions of technology path, industrial application and market prospect. I. Optimization and upgrading of traditional energy utilization In traditional palm oil mills, pressed fiber and husk are often burned directly for power generation, and their calorific value can be up to 4420MJ/kg, and each ton of solid fuel can produce 578kg of steam, which meets more than 80% of the mill’s energy demand. However, this crude utilization method has problems such as low thermal efficiency and high pollutant emission. Modern technology has been upgraded by: Gasification for power generation: Fibers are pyrolyzed in an oxygen-deficient environment to generate syngas for gas turbine power generation, raising the energy conversion efficiency to more than 35%, an increase of 12 percentage points over direct combustion. Biomass carbonization: biocarbon is produced by controlling the combustion conditions, with a calorific value of 30 MJ/kg, which can not only be used for industrial heating, but also be used as a soil conditioner to enhance the carbon sink capacity of farmland. Biogas co-production system: the fiber and palm oil mill wastewater synergistic anaerobic fermentation, each ton of fiber can produce biogas 150-200 cubic meters, to achieve the double benefits of energy and environmental protection. Second, technological breakthroughs in the utilization of high value-added materialization Through physical and chemical modification technology, palm pressed fibers are gradually penetrating into high-end…

How to choose roasting machine for palm kernel oil processing line?

2025-06-21

The core process of palm kernel oil processing includes killing fermentation, de-fruiting, pressing, refining and so on, while roasting is a key step to improve the flavor and quality of the oil, and its equipment selection directly affects the market competitiveness of the final product. This paper combines the characteristics of palm kernel oil processing and industry practice experience to provide systematic suggestions on roaster selection from the three dimensions of production scale, equipment performance and process suitability. I. Equipment matching strategy based on production scale Small-scale processing scenariosFor plantations or family workshops with a processing capacity of less than 1 ton/hour, it is recommended to choose 500kg/h single screw oil presses with small roasters. This kind of equipment has a small footprint and low cost (about RMB 6,650/unit), and supports dual power sources of diesel engine or electric motor, which is suitable for scenarios with scattered raw materials and low processing frequency. For example, the 500kg/h single screw model introduced by Guorui Oil & Grease has a press screw made of 2CR13 high-strength wear-resistant alloy steel, which has a long service life and is suitable for small-scale processors who are investing for the first time.Medium-sized industrialized productionFactories with a processing capacity of 1-15 tons/hour need to consider a double screw press + automated roasting line. The double screw model (such as 1TPH, 5TPH) works with the hydraulic pump station through the tail gear box, which has high oil output efficiency and is not easy to be clogged. For example, Guorui oil and grease’s 1t/h double screw model supports hydraulic system control, can operate continuously and the residual oil rate is as low as 4%, which is suitable for forming a standardized production line with leavening tanks, fruit removal machines, plate and frame filters, etc., with an investment cost of…

What is the process of buying palm oil press machine?

2025-06-19

As an important source of edible oil in the world, the purchase of palm oil pressing equipment is directly related to the production efficiency and economic benefits. This article is based on industry practice and technical standards, combing the complete purchase process of palm oil presses, to provide practitioners with scientific decision-making reference. I. Define the production demand and equipment type Capacity planning Small plantations or family workshops are recommended to choose single screw model, with a capacity of 300-500kg/h, suitable for initial investment or flexible operation. Medium-sized processing plant can choose 1-5 tons / h double screw model, to support continuous production and reserve space for line expansion. Large enterprises need to configure 5-15 tons/h equipment, supporting automatic control system and hydraulic adjustment function. Process Adaptation Cold pressing process retains more nutrients and is suitable for high-end market; hot pressing process has high oil yield and is suitable for large-scale production. It is necessary to choose the pressing method according to the characteristics of raw materials, for example, African oil palm fruits need high temperature softening treatment, while Southeast Asian varieties may be suitable for low-temperature pressing. Core equipment selection criteria Comparison of technical parameters Pressing efficiency: the double screw model adjusts the distance between the screws through the hydraulic system, and the oil yield is increased by 15%-20% compared with the single screw model. Energy consumption control: high quality models are equipped with intelligent temperature control system, which can reduce power consumption by 10%-15%. Material durability: The service life of the screw made of high strength martensitic stainless steel is 2-3 times longer than that of ordinary carbon steel. Automation Configuration Modern model integrates PLC control system, which can monitor pressure, temperature and other parameters in real time, and shorten the fault warning response time to within 30…

Traditional VS Mechanized Palm Kernel Oil Extraction Methods

2025-06-19

Palm kernel oil, as an important source of edible oils and industrial raw materials worldwide, and the evolution of its extraction process reflects the epitome of the process of agro-industrialization. From the traditional hand-pressing in West Africa to the modern mechanized assembly line, the two methods show significant differences in terms of raw material handling, oil production efficiency, oil quality and environmental impact. Through comparative analysis, this paper reveals the core contradictions and development logic of traditional process and mechanized production. First, raw material processing: from manual sorting to intelligent grading Traditional palm kernel oil extraction relies on manual operation, the kernel needs to go through the polishing drum to remove surface impurities, and then through the nucleus grading sieve to screen the difference in particle size. The shelling process relies on the kernel-shell separator wind selection technology, but limited by the efficiency of manual sorting, the impurity mixing rate is as high as 5% -8%. Mechanized production introduces optical color sorter and X-ray foreign object detection system, which can accurately remove moldy kernels and metal impurities, and the impurity mixing rate is reduced to less than 0.1%. For example, the intelligent grading system manufactured by Henan Guorui reduces the kernel breakage rate from 12% in the traditional process to 2.3% through AI image recognition technology. Second, pressing technology: from lever extrusion to double-screw pressurization Traditional pressing adopts lever-type wooden presses, driven by manpower or animal power, with a single pressing cycle of 4-6 hours and an oil yield of only 18%-22%. The core defect lies in the uneven pressure distribution, resulting in less than 60% of kernel cell breakage. The modern mechanized production adopts double screw oil press, equipped with frequency conversion speed control system and pressure feedback device, which can realize 120MPa continuous high pressure, and the kernel…

What is the cost of setting up a palm oil processing machine for small scale business?

2025-06-19

Palm oil, one of the most consumed vegetable oils in the world, has a processing industry with significant economic value in Southeast Asia and Africa. For small-scale enterprises planning to enter this field, clarifying the investment cost of processing machines is a key part of project initiation. This paper will be from the equipment configuration, production scale, market price fluctuations and other dimensions, analyze the small-scale palm oil processing plant equipment investment costs. I. Equipment Configuration and Cost Range The core equipment of small-scale palm oil processing plant includes fruit removal machine, cooking and killing fermentation tank, crusher, oil press, filter and refining equipment. According to the different processing capacity, the cost of equipment shows significant difference: Basic equipment: suitable for small-scale plant with daily processing capacity of 0.5-2 tons, configured with fruit removal machine, 500kg/h double screw oil press and plate and frame filter, costing about 300,000-600,000 RMB. This kind of equipment has simple structure and is suitable for start-up enterprises or family workshops. Standard equipment: for medium-sized factories with daily processing capacity of 1-5 tons, it needs to add killing fermentation tank, mashing tank, rotary vibrating screen and other links, costing about 800,000-1.5 million yuan. This configuration can realize continuous production and improve the efficiency of oil production. Customized equipment: If you need to process special raw materials or pursue higher quality, you can customize the hulling machine, low-temperature pressing equipment, etc., and the cost may exceed 2 million RMB. This kind of equipment is usually used in high-end market or special process demand. Second, the analysis of cost drivers Production scale: the cost of equipment is positively correlated with the processing capacity. For example, the unit price of 500kg/h oil press is about 50,000-100,000 RMB, while the unit price of 10 tons/h equipment may exceed 500,000 RMB….

Analysis of Important Factors in the Location of Palm Oil Processing Plant

2025-06-18

Palm oil, as a kind of edible oil and industrial raw material widely used around the world, the location of its processing plant has a crucial impact on the operational efficiency, cost control and market competitiveness of enterprises. Reasonable site selection can not only reduce production costs, but also ensure the stability of raw material supply, improve product quality, and help enterprises better adapt to the market environment. The following are important factors to consider when choosing the location of palm oil processing plant. I. Raw material supply factors Distance of raw material origin Palm fruit is the main raw material of palm oil, and its freshness has a direct impact on the quality and yield of palm oil. Palm fruits need to be processed as soon as possible after picking, otherwise they are easy to deteriorate, resulting in lower oil yield and lower oil quality. Therefore, processing plants should be as close as possible to palm plantations to shorten the distance and time of raw material transportation. For example, in Malaysia and Indonesia, as the world’s major palm oil producers, many large palm oil processing mills are located in areas where palm plantations are concentrated to ensure timely access to fresh palm fruits. Stability of raw material supply In addition to the distance factor, the stability of raw material supply also needs to be considered. This includes the size of the plantation, the output and the willingness of the growers to cooperate. A region with large-scale plantations and stable production can provide a continuous and sufficient supply of raw materials for the processing plant. At the same time, the establishment of good cooperative relations with growers, signed a long-term supply contract to help ensure the stability of the supply of raw materials, to avoid the shortage of raw materials…

How much does palm oil processing equipment cost?

2025-06-18

Palm oil, as the most consumed vegetable oil species in the world, the price of its processing equipment shows a significant gradient due to the capacity scale, technical configuration and brand differences. This paper combines the latest market data in 2025, from the type of equipment, technical parameters and industry trends in three dimensions, systematic analysis of the cost of palm oil processing equipment. First, the capacity scale determines the price benchmark Small home equipment For individual farmers or family workshops, single screw palm oil presses have become the mainstream choice. Henan Guorui oil launched 300-500kg/h model, equipped with high-strength carbon steel body and intelligent temperature control system, priced at about 8,000-12,000 yuan / unit. This kind of equipment is easy to operate, but manual assistance is needed to complete the pre-treatment process such as fruit bunch de-fruiting, cooking and fermentation. Small and medium-sized commercial equipment 1-5 tons/hour capacity double screw oil press has become the standard for small and medium-sized processing plants. Take Henan Dongying Environmental Capital’s 10 tons/hour fully automated production line for example, which includes fruit bunch crusher, cooking tank, double screw press and three-stage filtration system, priced at about 126,000-150,000 RMB/set. This line can realize continuous production from fresh fruit to gross oil, and the oil yield is 15%-20% higher than the traditional process. Large industrial production line chemical leaching production line above 50 tons/day scale needs to integrate the four modules of fruit string pretreatment, pressing, solvent extraction and refining. Henan Huatai Cereals and Oils Machinery has launched 100 tons/day palm oil complete sets of equipment, adopting Germany Siemens PLC control system, priced at about 6.87-10 million yuan/set. This type of production line can produce RBD palm oil in line with EU standards, but need to support the construction of sewage treatment and exhaust gas…

Palm Oil Refining Equipment Price

2025-06-11

Palm oil, as an important raw material in the global edible oil market, the price and performance of its refining equipment directly affects the production efficiency and cost control of oil and fat processing enterprises. This article is based on June 2025 market data, combined with the offer information of mainstream equipment suppliers, to provide practitioners with palm oil refining equipment price reference and selection advice. First, market price range analysis According to recent market research, the price of palm oil refining equipment varies significantly due to capacity, process complexity and automation, and is mainly divided into the following three categories: Small equipment (daily processing capacity of 0.5-2 tons) The price range is from 50,000 yuan to 300,000 yuan, which is suitable for family workshops or small-scale processing plants. For example, the 500-type equipment of Henan Kaichuang Machinery is quoted at about 16,000 yuan, while the dephosphorization and deacidification oil refining machine (processing capacity of 1-2 tons) of Zhengzhou Yaoqian Machinery is quoted at 92,000 yuan. This kind of equipment usually contains basic functions such as degumming, dehydration, decoloration, etc., but the automation degree is low and requires manual assistance. Medium-sized production line (daily processing capacity 1-5 tons) The price range is 300,000 to 1 million yuan, suitable for medium-sized oil and grease processing enterprises. Henan Yucheng Cereals and Oils Machinery’s 2-t/d fractionation production line offers about 980,000 RMB, while Zhengzhou Zhiqian Machinery’s 3-t/d refining equipment offers 310,000 RMB. Medium-sized equipment is usually equipped with PLC control system, which can realize the automation of the whole process of degumming, deacidification, decolorization, deodorization, etc. and support customized configuration. Large complete sets of equipment (daily processing capacity ≥ 200 tons) price more than 1 million yuan, mainly for large oil and grease groups or export enterprises. Henan Zhongrui grain and oil machinery…