Degumming
is the process of refining vegetable oils where compounds that cause
defects in the oil’s characteristics and preservation problems are
removed, essentially extracting the gums (phospholipids).
Once
the oil is obtained from seeds, such as soybeans or sunflower, the
resulting product can be treated with two-phase decanters to remove
the larger solid particles.
The
liquid phase is then allowed to mature, and a specific three-phase
separator for this product separates the water from the oil and the
gums.
Degumming
is a complex process. Only an experienced operator can achieve
continuous production without interruptions.