Smart Control Systems in Filtered Continuous Oil Press Lines: Simplifying Operations and Achieving Production Standardization

How Smart Control Systems Are Transforming Small & Medium Oil Mills

For decades, small and medium-sized oil mills have relied on traditional batch-type soybean presses — but these systems are now showing their age. With rising demand for higher efficiency, consistent quality, and lower labor costs, many producers are turning to continuous press lines with integrated filtration and intelligent control.

The Problem with Batch Pressing

Traditional intermittent presses struggle to deliver consistent output. Operators often face:

• Low oil recovery rates (typically 87–92%) due to residual oil left in the cake
• Inconsistent product purity, leading to increased refining time and chemical usage
• High dependency on skilled technicians — a major challenge for smaller operations

According to industry data from 2023, over 68% of mid-sized oil plants report that manual operation leads to at least one production error per week — costing an average of $1,200 in wasted materials and downtime.

Why Continuous Press + Filtration Works Better

The integration of a real-time oil filter into the continuous press line changes everything. By removing residual oil from the soybean cake during pressing — not after — it boosts overall oil yield to over 95%, while significantly improving crude oil clarity.

A case study from a Malaysian mill using Penguin Group’s system showed:

Intelligent Controls = Fewer Errors, More Stability

This is where smart automation makes all the difference. Modern control systems offer:

• Auto-alarm alerts for temperature, pressure, or flow anomalies
• Parameter memory that saves settings across shifts — no more guesswork
• Remote monitoring capability via mobile app (available on most models)

These features reduce operator reliance on experience by up to 70%, according to a 2024 survey by the International Oilseed Association. That means even new hires can run complex lines safely and efficiently.

One client in Nigeria shared: “We used to lose 3 days per month to misalignment issues. Since installing Penguin’s smart system, we’ve cut those losses to under 8 hours.”