What do i need to know to build oil expeler?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around the knowledge and mechanical engineering principles needed to build a food oil expeller, particularly for extracting oil from vegetable seeds. Participants explore various methods and considerations related to the project.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant expresses a lack of understanding regarding the initial question about food oil expellers and seeks clarification on the type of oil being extracted.
  • Another participant clarifies that the goal is to extract oil from vegetable seeds.
  • A different participant suggests that various processes may be applicable depending on the seed type and desired outcome, mentioning methods such as crushing under extreme pressure and using super-heated steam.
  • One participant questions the intended use of the extracted oil, indicating a need for further context regarding the project.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants do not appear to reach a consensus on the specifics of the project or the methods to be used, with multiple viewpoints and questions remaining unresolved.

Contextual Notes

There are limitations in the discussion regarding the specifics of mechanical engineering principles relevant to building an oil expeller, as well as the lack of detail on the types of seeds and processes involved.

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Hi all!
I am new to this forum and i know nothing about mechanical engineering.I have degrees in electrical engineering and computer science.I wish to build a food oil expeller and want to know the mechanical engineering basics i need to study before i venture on the project.Any pointers will be greatly appreciated.
thankyou
 
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not understand your question..
food oil expeler?
waste vegitable oil?
expel what?
 
hello Ranger mike,thank you for your reply.I want to extract food oil from ,say, vegetables oil seeds.
 
thanks
i am out of my area on thsi one
good luck
 
Welcome to PF, Bineyame.
I think that different types of processes are used depending upon the specifics of the seeds involved and what the end result is to be. Crushing them under extreme pressure, possibly with heat added, is one way. Attacking them with super-heated steam might also be effective.
 
question - wha t yo u going to do with the oil when you get it?
 

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