high used coconut oil extraction plant in durban

   
high used coconut oil extraction plant in durban
                                               
                                               
                                               
                                               
  • high used coconut oil extraction plant in durban
What are the challenges faced by the industries in extracting coconut oil?

Challenges that are faced by the industries in extracting the coconut oil using different methods of extraction are important to be explored so that advancement in the oil extraction technology can be done for efficient downstream processing. This study is vital as it provides insights that could enhance the production of coconut oil.

How is coconut oil extracted?

Coconut oil extracted by this method is extracted from coconut meat that is not dried prior to oil extraction. The coconut milk is first pressed out from the wet coconut meat and the coconut oil is then extracted from the coconut milk by separating the water from it.

How to increase the yield of coconut oil extracted?

Based on the research conducted by Wong in year 2010, a combination of microwave and centrifugation can be used to increase the yield of coconut oil extracted. At a microwave power of 720 W and a centrifugation speed of 12,000 rpm and a centrifugation time of 105 min, the yield of coconut oil extracted is at 46.88%.

Is coconut oil a potential feedstock for biodiesel production in Thailand?

Nakpong P, Wootthikanokkhan S. High free fatty acid coconut oil as a potential feedstock for biodiesel production in Thailand. Renew Energy. 2010;35:1682¨C1687. doi: 10.1016/j.renene.2009.12.004.