The Importance of Proper Maintenance for Processing New Crop Soybeans
As harvest season arrives, it’s important to recognize the differences between processing new crop and old crop soybeans. Freshly harvested, new crop soybeans typically have higher moisture content because they haven’t had time to fully dry. This means using a dryer before extrusion is necessary to reduce overall moisture content to 9-11% to facilitate accurate processing. Otherwise, elevated moisture levels can make the beans less free-flowing during extrusion, potentially blocking your equipment and causing production issues.
Worn-out parts can also lead to reduced performance, increased risk of equipment damage, and compromised operator safety. Using extruders and oil presses with parts in good condition significantly increases operator safety by:
– Ensuring proper equipment function and minimizing the risk of malfunction
– Reducing the risk of equipment failure and subsequent injury
– Providing a secure and stable operating environment
Regularly inspect and replace worn-out parts to guarantee:
– Precise fit and functionality
– Optimal equipment performance
– Minimized risk of damage or downtime
– Enhanced productivity and efficiency
– Increased operator safety
Contact us to arrange training sessions to ensure your operators are equipped to handle the demands of new crop soybeans. Our experts will provide personalized guidance on optimal equipment operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Additionally, don’t forget to stock up on essential parts for your Insta-Pro extruders and presses. You’ll be well-prepared to tackle this year’s soybeans and maintain optimal processing performance by prioritizing equipment maintenance, operator training, and timely parts replacement.
