Food-Grade Palm Oil Production: Critical Machines for Refining Palm Oil

Producing high-quality food-grade palm oil is essential to meet today’s market demands for safety, purity, and stability. Whether you’re expanding your current operation or building a new production line, having the right machine for refining palm oil is crucial to delivering clean, stable, and market-ready palm oil.

Why is Refining Important for Food-Grade Palm Oil Production?

To build consumer trust and achieve longer shelf life, food-grade palm oil must be free from impurities such as:

(1) Free fatty acids (FFA);

(2) Gums and phospholipids;

(3) Unwanted pigments, odors, and traces of metals.

A well-planned process and machine for refining palm oil ensures the removal of these elements while preserving palm oil quality and nutritional value.

Critical Machines for Refining Palm Oil

For example, we at Henan Glory Company offers specialized machines for refining palm oil can help you produce food-grade palm oil with stable quality:

The specialized machines for refining palm oil

1. Degumming & Deacidification Machines

(1) Effectively remove gums and phospholipids through water or acid degumming.

(2) Neutralize free fatty acids (FFA) using caustic soda (NaOH) in a controlled reaction.

(3) Our advanced machines for refining palm oil are engineered for minimal oil loss and maximum yield.

2. Decolorization Machine

(1) Uses activated bleaching earth or clay to adsorb pigments, oxidation products, and residual metals.

(2) Features vacuum decolorization technology to prevent oxidation and improve efficiency.

(3) Our automated decolorization tanks optimize adsorbent usage while maintaining oil clarity.

3. Deodorization Machine

(1) Eliminates off-flavors and odors through steam distillation under high vacuum and temperature (220–260°C).

(2) Our deodorization machines are built with stainless steel for corrosion resistance and long-term durability.

(3) Integrated heat recovery reduces energy consumption by up to 30%, lowering operational costs.

000 Palm oil deodorization machines

4. Fractionation Machine (Optional)

(1) Separates palm oil into liquid (palm olein) and solid (palm stearin) fractions through controlled crystallization.

(2) Our dry fractionation machine ensures precise separation without chemical additives.

Palm oil fractionation machine

5. Filtration Machine

Plate filters remove fine impurities, producing crystal-clear oil that complies with Codex Alimentarius, FDA, and other global standards.

Palm oil filtration machine

In summary, Henan Glory Company provides more than just machinery—we deliver comprehensive, end-to-end solutions for food-grade palm oil production. With our robust and efficient machines for refining palm oil, backed by deep industry expertise and unwavering technical support, we are the trusted partner for you. Ready to enhance your operation's quality, yield, and profitability? Contact us today for a free consultation and let's discuss your specific project needs.