• How does Alfa Laval refine crude oil into edible oil?
  • Refining crude oil into edible oil requires deep process knowledge¡ªfrom degumming, neutralization and dewaxing through to bleaching, deodorizing and GE and 3-MCPD mitigation. Edible oil producers worldwide rely on Alfa Laval know-how to remove impurities and volatile components and optimize refining processes.
  • Which process is used for refining edible oils and fats?
  • Two processes have been developed for refining edible oils and fats. The decision as to which process is to be used depends on the type and quality of crude oil to be processed. sodium soaps are separated by means of separators. The neutral oils are subsequently bleached and deodorized.
  • Why should you choose Alfa Laval foodec decanter centrifuges?
  • Alfa Laval Foodec decanter centrifuges are ideal for industries where delicate food and beverage products are processed ¨C and where easy cleaning is crucial. Our experts share know-how to optimize edible oil refining processes, remove impurities and volatile components for better product quality, safety and yield.
  • What is vegetable oil refining?
  • As vegetable oil is an important component of the human diet, the source and the processing play an important role in consumer acceptability. To remove impurities that affect the color, palatability, stability, and safety of oil, crude vegetable oil must be refined. This review highlights the processes and steps used in vegetable oil refining.
  • Why is refining edible oil important?
  • Refining of edible oil by chemical or physical processes aims towards removing the undesirable impurities that affect oil quality and stability. Understanding the chemical nature of oil and associated impurities is important to designing refining steps.
  • Can edible oil-based nanomaterials be used in industrial applications?
  • Before realizing the industrial application of vegetable oils, the abovementioned problems need to be solved in a timely and effective manner. In addition, the preparation of edible oil-based nanomaterials and their synergy with other active ingredients are a focus of future research.