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Automated Processors


275 gallon processor
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These Automated Processors are designed and engineered by Biodiesel Logic Inc., specifically for small to medium biodiesel producers desiring to make 100-6000 gallons a week per processor. They are manufactured in the United States to the highest industrial standards with the duty cycle to operate 24/7 and last a lifetime. In addition to being robust, they are capable the single stage base, base/base, or the acid/base methods of making biodiesel, giving them the flexibility to process almost any organic oil. The PLC controls provide for semi-automation, reducing human interaction to only a few points in the processing. A single batch takes 14-16 hours starting with wet unfiltered oil. With the addition of a Dewatering and Preheat Tank the plant will produce one batch every 6-8 hours using the single stage base method.


The automation for single stage base method requires human intervention to

  1. load the oil into the processor
  2. titrate the oil and load the methoxide tank
  3. pump off the glycerin and start the drywash
  4. pump off the finished biodiesel



55 Gallon Processor 

$20,000 + shipping

55 gallon Processor
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  • 55 gallons of ASTM spec biodiesel per batch
  • 14-16 hours per batch when starting with wet, unheated oil.
  • 6-8 hours per batch starting with dry heated oil
  • 12% FFA is the maximum recommended for WVO feedstock using the single stage base method, higher levels can be processed, but will result in lowered yields and/or longer processing times
  • 84 gallon holding/storage tank with integrated Amberlite dry wash cell
  • 600 micron WVO pre-filter
  • 1 micron final filter
  • Maintenance access covers w/gasket
  • 15 gallon HDPE methyl/oxide  mixing tank
  • Heavy duty steel stand
  • 110VAC 12 GPM oil mixing & glycerin removal/dry wash transfer pump
  • 110VAC high speed methoxide prop mixer with stainless steel shaft and 3-blade prop
  • 110VAC fuel transfer pump
  • Pneumatic methanol/methyl-oxide pump
  • Internal 220VAC heater
  • 220VAC flash separator/heater
  • Methanol recovery condenser
  • Visual level indication gage's
  • Solid state low liquid level controls
  • NEMA-12 control panel
  • Vacuum breaker
  • Pressure relief valve
  • 88 lb Amberlyte charge
  • removable man-way cover for routine maintenance and cleaning of reactor,
  • Insulated with 1/4" high density ceramic fiber insulation
  • Wrapped with a aluminum cover
  • 4.5 inch color touch screen with visual operating aids
  • Instructions with step-by-step directions for use

275 Gallon Processor

$48,000 + Shipping
  • 275 Gallons of ASTM spec biodiesel per batch
  • 14-16 hours per batch when starting with wet, unheated oil.
  • 6-8 hours per batch starting with dry heated oil using the single stage base method
  • 12% FFA is the maximum recommended for WVO feedstock using the single stage base method, higher levels can be processed, but will result in lowered yields and/or longer processing times
  • 330 gallon cone bottom stainless steel reaction tank
  • 290 gallon holding/storage tank with integrated Amberlite dry wash cell
  • 600 micron WVO pre-filter
  • 1 micron final filter
  • Maintenance access covers w/gasket
  • 80 gallon HDPE methyl/oxide mixing tank
  • Heavy duty steel stand
  • 220VAC 35 GPM oil mixing & dry wash transfer pump
  • 220VAC high speed methoxide prop mixer with stainless steel shaft and 3-blade prop
  • 110VAC glycerin removal pump
  • 110VAC fuel transfer pump
  • Pneumatic methanol/methyl-oxide pump
  • Internal 220VAC heaters
  • 220VAC flash separator/heater
  • Methanol recovery condenser
  • Visual level indication gage's
  • Solid state low liquid level controls
  • NEMA-12 control panel
  • Vacuum breaker
  • Pressure relief valve
  • 264 lb Amberlyte charge
  • Removable man-way cover for routine maintenance and cleaning of reactor
  • 1/4" high density ceramic fiber insulation
  • Wrapped with a aluminum cover
  • 4.5 inch color touch screen with visual operating aids
  • Instructions with step-by-step directions for use

WVO Dewatering & Preheat Tank



55 gallon Dewatering & Preheat Tank 

$5,200 + Shipping

This system (shown on the left) will heat 55 gallon of WVO to 180 degrees F and dewater WVO in approximately 6 hours.

64 Gallon cone bottom De-Watering Tank on heavy duty welded steel stand with installed  control panel with on/off switch, thermostat and indicator light,  internal stainless steel 110 VAC 1575W heater, lid, liquid level safety switch, temperature indicator and visual level gage.  Insulated with 1/4" ceramic fiber high density insulation with aluminum cover.


275 Gallon Dewatering & Preheat Tank 

$15,150 + Shipping

This system will heat 275 gallon of WVO to 180 degrees F and dewater WVO in approximately 6 hours.

300 Gallon capacity cone bottom carbon steel De-Watering Tank on heavy duty welded steel stand with integral control panel containing on/off switch, thermostat and mode indication lamps, temperature control/indicator, visual level gage, solid-state electronic Liquid Level Control.  Three each internal stainless steel SCR controlled 220VAC 2250W heaters.  Top lid w/condensation drain.  Unit is insulated with 1/2" ceramic fiber high density insulation with aluminum cover.  


System Specifications

Dimensions:


55 Gallon Processor: 66"w x 26"d x 79"h

275 Gallon Processor: 99"w x 48"d x 98"h.

Overall height adjustable +/- 2”
Weight:


55 Gallon Processor: aprox 900 Lbs. (empty).

275 Gallon Processor: aprox 1800 Lbs. (empty).
Capacity:
55 Gallon Processor: = 55 gals. oil

275 Gallon Processor: = 275 gals. oil
Construction:
Reactor Vessels TIG welded 304 stainless steel body and support legs

Dry Wash Vessels TIG welded carbon steel body and support legs

Painted heavy duty carbon steel stands and bases.
Piping:
Carbon & Stainless Steel
Electrical:

110/230 VAC / 20/20Amp Circuit.
Controls:


Automatic mode controlled by PLC and color touchscreen;Start button initiates automated process, human interaction required for each of four steps of process; Base/base and Acid/base have additional steps and require added human interaction.
Reaction Method:
Base

Base/Base

Acid-catalyzed esterification of free fatty acids followed by base-catalyzed transesterification of triglycerides.

Titration is necessary for all methods.
Maximum Recommended FFA

12% FFA for Single Stage Base and Two stage Base processes

50% FFA for Acid/Base process, multiple acid treatments may be needed

Wash Method:
 Dry Wash with Amberlite; Absolutely no water used.
Batch Time:
 Single Stage Base Method:
  • Reaction Time - 1.5 hrs
  • Settling Time - 2 hrs
  • Dry Wash/Methanol Recovery - 3 hrs

Two Stage Base method:
  • 1st Reaction Time - 1 hr
  • Settling - .5 hrs 
  • 2nd Reaction Time - 1.5 hrs
  • Settling Time - 2 hrs
  • Dry Wash/Methanol Recovery - 3 hrs

Acid/Base method:
  • Acid Reaction Time: - 8 hrs 
  • Base Reaction Time - 1.5 hrs
  • Settling Time - 2 hrs
  • Dry Wash/Methanol Recovery - 3 hrs

Total Process Time:
14-16 hours start to finish when starting with wet, room temperature oil.

6-8 hours between finished batches when starting with de-watered and preheated oil.
Warrantee:
One Year Warrantee on workmanship.
Training:
A full day of training on your machine at the factory in Alabama is included in the purchase.
Ordering Information

Your processor will be built to order and lead times vary from 1 to 3 months.
Financing available.
To place your order, call us at (251) 446-8149