This project was delivered by QIE Group in Malawi. It adopts an integrated solution combining mechanical pressing, small-scale continuous refining, and finished product filling, covering the key processes of peanut pretreatment, pressing, refining, oil storage, and filling. The project helps the customer establish a stable and sustainable peanut oil processing system and supports the industrial utilization of local peanut resources.
Located in Malawi, this project was designed as a 50 TPD peanut pressing production line and positioned as a complete edible oil processing plant. QIE Group was responsible for overall process planning and equipment integration, enabling the project to go beyond raw material pressing and form an industrial production system from peanut raw materials to finished edible oil.
The final project objective is clear: to achieve stable production and sustainable operation under local industrial conditions, while leaving room for future capacity optimization and process upgrades.
The client aimed to establish a peanut oil production line capable of long-term operation, with core requirements focused on capacity, stability, product quality, and operating cost.
Mechanical pressing + small-scale continuous refining + finished product filling integrated solution
Taking into account the characteristics of peanut raw materials and the implementation conditions at the project location, we adopted a mature, controllable, and easy-to-manage process route. This solution is suitable for peanuts with high oil content and maintains process stability without introducing overly complex system configurations.
During project execution, the challenges were not limited to equipment installation, but also included raw material fluctuations, energy conditions, and operational management.
| challenge | Impact |
|---|---|
| Fluctuations in raw material moisture content and impurities | Affect pressing stability and subsequent oil quality control |
| Unstable local energy supply | Places higher requirements on continuous production, heat matching, and process rhythm |
| Limited operator experience | Requires a process design that is easier to train and easier to implement |
| High demand for continuous and stable production | Requires the system to remain controllable and consistent during long-term operation |
Based on the conditions above, we carried out an integrated optimization of pretreatment, pressing, refining, and auxiliary systems so that each section works together to achieve stable output, stable oil yield, and stable operation.
This project was delivered under an EPC turnkey model, covering the main stages of the production chain and creating a complete system from raw material handling to finished product packaging.
With turnkey line delivery, the client did not need to coordinate multiple system suppliers separately, making project execution more centralized and subsequent operation management clearer.
After commissioning, the production line supports continuous and stable operation, with process rhythm and equipment maintenance easier to control. Based on project performance, the overall results are reflected in the following aspects:
The significance of this Malawi peanut oil pressing production line project goes beyond the delivery of a set of equipment. More importantly, it helped the client establish a sustainable peanut oil processing capability. The project enabled the industrial utilization of local peanut resources, created a complete chain from raw material processing, pressing, and refining to filling, and also left room for future refining upgrades and capacity optimization.
For companies planning to build a peanut oil production line, a peanut oil processing project, or a turnkey edible oil processing plant, this project shows that systematic process design and equipment integration can improve production stability, operating efficiency, and brand consistency while controlling investment and complexity. With its capabilities in grain and oil machinery R&D, manufacturing, and engineering delivery, QIE Group continues to provide edible oil processing solutions tailored to local conditions for global customers.
50TPD peanut pretreatment installation site
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50TPD peanut cooking equipment
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Peanut oil pressing workshop equipment
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Finished peanut oil storage tank system
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