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Automation of the Vertical Clarification Tank (VCT) process at a palm oil mill
Automation of the Vertical Clarification Tank (VCT) process at a palm oil mill. The VCT is a critical piece of equipment for oil recovery — automating sludge removal and hot water addition improved oil recovery rate and reduced operator workload significantly.
Scope of Works
- VCT process review and automation design
- Level and temperature sensor installation
- Sludge pump control automation (PLC)
- Hot water addition control system
- HMI development with VCT process mimic
- Commissioning and process tuning
Project Outcome
Oil recovery rate improved by 1.8% following automation. Sludge losses reduced. Operators commended the clarity of the HMI process mimic screen. Client has since requested extension of the automation scope to other tanks.
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