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This book covers the technology of vegetable oil extraction, including theory, process technologies used for various oilseeds, machinery operation and design aspects. Pertinent topics are covered in two parts: mechanical expression and solvent extraction. The importance of each preparation operation is explained as related to oilseed structure, outlining the differences in the quality of prepared material from various oilseeds. It also covers modern press designs, designs of extractors, desolventisers and distillation line, and support equipment. Effect of each unit operation on final product quality, levels of safety and precautions in plant operation, and plant automation, are discussed. Finally, the book takes a peek at possible novel and green technologies to find solutions to problems faced by the industry. Mechanical Expression Introduction Technology of Preparation of Oil-Bearing Materials Prior to Mechanical Expression - Preparation Equipment – Operation Principles & Design Aspects Screw Pressing Cake Cooling and Storage Oil Filtration Cooling and Storage Process Control and Automation Utilities Requirement for Oil Mills Quality Issues Safety and Environment Aspects Solvent Extraction Introduction Preparation Prior to Solvent Extraction Preparation Equipment – Construction Features and Design Aspects Solvent Extraction Technology and Plant Operation Solvent Extraction Plant Equipment – Operation, Construction and Design Aspects Meal Pelleting and Edible Products of Soybean Bagging and Storage of Meal Effect of Processing on Quality of Oil and Meal Utilities Requirement for Oil Extraction Plants Environmental and Safety Issues