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Palm Oil Industry Solutions

Flow · Pressure · Level · Temperature Instruments

Palm Oil Industry Overview

Palm oil is one of the most widely used vegetable oils in the world, serving food, biofuel, and industrial sectors.

With growing global demand, palm oil production continues to expand across Southeast Asia, Africa, and Latin America.

However, palm oil processing presents significant challenges for measurement:

▪ High viscosity liquids

▪ Presence of fibers and solids

▪ High temperature processes

▪ Steam and vapor interference

▪ Harsh industrial environments

Reliable instrumentation plays a critical role in ensuring:

▪ Stable production processes

▪ Accurate measurement and control

▪ Reduced downtime

▪ Improved product quality

Typical Palm Oil Process

Instrumentation in Palm Oil Process

Key Measurement Parameters

Palm oil processing plants rely on accurate monitoring of several key parameters:

Flow Measurement Solutions

Flow measurement is a critical parameter in palm oil processing, ensuring accurate control of crude oil transfer and refining operations.

F&V provides reliable flow measurement solutions for different media in palm oil processing.

Recommended Instruments:

• Turbine Flow Meter → Refined Oil

• Vortex Flow Meter → Steam

• Electromagnetic Flow Meter → Wastewater

• Metal Tube Flow Meter → Chemical Dosing

Typical Applications:

• Crude Palm Oil transfer lines

• Sludge and wastewater flow

• Steam and condensate flow

• Chemical dosing (e.g., phosphoric acid)

Turbine Flow Meter

Turbine flow meters are ideal for high-accuracy measurement of refined palm oil and finished oil products.

Advantages:

• High accuracy up to ±0.2%

• Fast response time

• Excellent repeatability

• Suitable for clean, low-viscosity liquids

Typical Applications:

• Refined palm oil measurement

• Finished oil transfer

• Loading and unloading systems

• Oil distribution pipelines

Level Measurement Solutions

Accurate level monitoring ensures stable storage and process control.

Recommended Instruments:

• Radar Level Transmitter → Oil Tanks

• Magnetic Level Gauge → Visual Monitoring

• Ultrasonic Level Transmitter → Open Tanks

Typical Applications:

• Sterilizer condensate tanks

• Crude Palm Oil (CPO) storage tanks

• Clarification & sludge tanks

• Kernel silos and storage bins

Radar Level Transmitter Radar level transmitters provide accurate and reliable level measurement in palm oil storage tanks. Advantages: • Non-contact measurement • Not affected by steam or vapor • High accuracy up to ±2 mm • Suitable for large storage tanks Typical Applications: • Crude palm oil tanks • Refined oil storage tanks • Intermediate process tanks

Pressure Monitoring Solutions

Pressure measurement is essential for monitoring system safety
and performance.

Instruments include:

• Pressure Transmitters

• Differential Pressure Transmitters

• Hirschmann Pressure Transmitter

Typical Applications:

• Pump outlet pressure

• Filtration systems

• Pipeline pressure

Temperature Monitoring Solutions

Temperature control is critical in palm oil processing.

Instruments include:

• Temperature Transmitter

• RTD Sensors

• Thermocouples

Typical Applications:

• Sterilization process

• Oil heating systems

• Refining processes

Advantages of F&V

▪ Viscous Media

Handles thick oil and fibers without clogging.

▪ High Temperature

Maintains accuracy under high temperatures.

▪ Steam Conditions

Works reliably in steam and humidity.

▪ Rugged Design

Durable for harsh environments.

▪ Easy Maintenance

Quick to install and service.

▪ Long-Term Stability

Stable with minimal drift.

Flow Meter Selection Guide

Selecting the right flow meter requires considering several factors:

• Liquid viscosity

• Presence of solids or fibers

• Flow conditions

• Temperature and pressure

Turbine flow meters are the preferred choice for refined palm oil measurement.

Level Instrument Selection Guide

Selecting the appropriate level measurement technology depends on:

• Tank height

• Presence of vapor or steam

• Installation conditions

• Required accuracy

Radar level transmitters are ideal for palm oil storage tanks.

Product Series Overview

Product	Accuracy	Output	Application
Turbine Flow Meter	±0.5% ±1%	4–20 mA,RS485,HART	CPO transfer,RBD palm oil
Radar Level Transmitter	±2 mm ±5 mm	4–20 mA,RS485,HART	CPO tanks,clarification tanks,buffer tanks
Electromagnetic Flowmeter	±0.2% ±0.5%	4–20 mA,RS485,HART	POME wastewater,process water,cooling water
Vortex Flow Meter	±0.5% ±1%	4–20 mA,RS485,HART	Steam
Magnetic Level Gauge	±10 mm	4–20 mA Switch Output	Chemical tanks,hydraulic oil
Pressure Transmitter	±0.2% ±0.5%	4–20 mA,HART	Pressing &clarification,steam lines
Temperature Transmitter	±0.2%	4–20 mA,HART	Sterilizers,digesters,refining process,heat exchangers