How to build your small scale palm oil mill plant with limited investment cost?

The investment cost in building a palm oil mill plant mainly focuses on the location, equipment, raw materials and employee training. This article will describe how to solve these problems within a limited investment cost.

1. Make the site selection near the palm plantation to save transportation cost and waste of fresh oil palm bunches

The location of your palm oil press plant plays a crucial role. It should be in close proximity to the source of palm fruits to minimize transportation costs and spoilage. Look for areas with good access roads for the easy delivery of raw materials and the dispatch of the final product.

The photo of palm plantation

Additionally, ensure that the site has access to basic utilities such as water and electricity. If possible, choose a place where you can expand the plant in the future. Prepare the site by leveling the ground and constructing a simple but sturdy structure to house the equipment.

2. Buying the palm oil milling machine based on the actual needs to save the equipment purchasing cost

The size of the palm oil factory depends on the capacity and the selection of the machines of the palm oil production line. The whole process of the palm oil is sterilization, thresher, digester, oil presser, filter. If your processing volume is very small, perhaps you can consider stand-alone oil press equipment, such as single screw palm oil presser or double screw palm oil presser. Small investment, good effect, simple use, and simple maintenance.

If your processing volume reaches a production line of 1 ton per hour. It is recommended that you consider a small three-piece set of equipment or a large production line configuration. For the first investment, if you don’t want to invest a lot, you can consider a three-piece set, fruit threshing, oil pressing and filtration.

Small three-piece set of palm oil processing equipment

If the processing volume is relatively large and the funds are sufficient, you can consider the full production line configuration, sterilization, fruit threshing, digesting, pressing, filtration, and subsequent red palm oil refining machine. For specific circumstances, you can contact Henan Glory Company via leaving a message in the below table.

3. Make sure raw material sourcing long-term, stable and fresh if you don't have own oil palm plantation

Establishing a steady supply of palm fruit is key to the success of a small-scale palm oil mill plant. You can plant your own palm plantation or develop a relationship with a local palm fruit grower. This way, you can ensure a regular supply of fresh fruit. Consider setting up a collection point near the farm to make it easier for farmers to deliver the palm fruit bunches. Carefully check the quality of the palm fruit upon receipt to avoid any low-quality or spoiled fruit from entering the production process.

High quailty palm fruits picture

4. Do workers training carefully to saving the production cost later

You can hire local workers and provide them with comprehensive training on palm oil crushing plant operations. The training should cover equipment operation, safety procedures, and basic quality control. Encourage your employees to have a thorough understanding of the palm oil production process so that they can identify and resolve any potential problems in a timely manner. A well-trained workforce can increase productivity and reduce the risk of accidents or errors.

With careful planning and efficient management, your small scale palm oil mill plant will be built within limited cost, and I believe it can become your profitable and sustainable business venture.