Biodiesel production - steps for success · 2019-04-03 · 0 500 1,000 1,500 2,000 2,500 3,000...
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Biodiesel processor
John Nowatzki
Kristi Thostenson
John Nowatzki
1. How many gallons can be processed perbatch?2. How long does each batch take to process?3. Is the system capable of heating the oiland/or the alcohol-catalyst mixture?4. Does the system include methanol recoveryequipment? Methanol transfer system? Test kits?5. Does the system have the capability to washand dry the biodiesel?6. Does the system require any extraplumbing, fittings or pumps?7. Does the system require that a specific catalyst be used?8. Does the manufacturer provide technical support?
Adapted from Schumacher, 2007
Further information
http://www.tnstate.edu/extension/publication_index.aspx
http://www.extension.org/ag_energy
Jason de [email protected]: @TSUBioenergy