The Deutsche Process Mechanical Extraction Unit, “MEU”, is a highly flexible batch style steeping extraction system paired with continuous or batch style oil-solvent separation equipment. The core design consists of a steeping tank that feeds into a solids-liquids separation unit. The separation unit then feeds the liquid to an oil-solvent continuous feed separation unit or to any number of our Surface Kettle Scraper-Solvent Condenser Receivers. The solids are sent to a drying screw where the raffinate is recovered and can be re-used. The MEU is built with solvent storage and sub-zero chilling heat exchangers and can be ran with extraction temperatures as low as 40C. Integrated with the right utilities and automated controls, the MEU is essentially a full extraction and separation operation all in one.
Features
- Temperature controlled solvent extraction
- Up to 175 lb/hr biomass rate
- Fully automated controls
- 600 gallon Solvent storage
- Flexible options for solvent-oil separation and recovery
- Power available in 208V, 240V or 480V 3ph (amperage depends on final options)
- In-line spent biomass drying and solvent reproofing
- Customizable and scalable options available upon request
- Utilities and piping service available
- National Electrical Code Hazard Environment location ratings available (etc. C1D1)
