What Equipment Does a Small Oil Press Plant Need? A Must-Read Guide for New Investors

💡 Especially novice entrepreneurs in edible oil factories often encounter such problems:
👉 What equipment does a small oil press need?
👉 How much does it cost to open a cooking oil processing plant?
👉 How to plan the investment budget and factory?

Today, QIE Group has compiled a complete guide for beginners on how to open an oil mill .

1. Market positioning – deciding which oil is more profitable

🔍 Before building a factory, you need to understand the market:

• Do local consumers prefer peanut oil, rapeseed oil, or soybean oil?

• Is the daily demand large or small?

• Are there many local competitors?

Tip : If it is a small oil mill, it is recommended to choose oil varieties with sufficient local raw materials and obvious consumption habits, such as peanut oil or rapeseed oil.

2. Raw material supply - the key to cost control

⛽ The core of the oil mill is the supply of raw materials:

• The factory should be located as close as possible to the main oilseed production area (soybean, peanut, sunflower seed, etc.);

• This can reduce transportation costs;

• It can also ensure the long-term stability of raw materials and avoid profit losses due to price fluctuations.

3. Factory and Procedures – Compliance is the key to long-term development

🏭 The plant building of a small oil press does not need to be too large, but it must meet the following standards:

• Comply with environmental protection and fire protection standards;

• Handle food production licenses, business licenses and other formalities;

• Plan the factory layout in advance to facilitate later expansion.

4. Equipment selection - What equipment does a small oil mill need?

⚙️ Oil mills of different sizes have different equipment configurations:

• Small oil mill (10-50TPD)
  👉 It is recommended to use an oil pressing + refining machine, which has a high degree of automation, occupies a small area, and is suitable for starting a business.

• Medium and large oil mills (50-200TPD and above)
  👉 Generally, it is necessary to configure pretreatment equipment + screw oil press + solvent extraction equipment + refining production line , which is suitable for mass production.

Summary : If a novice has a limited budget, he can start with a small oil press plant and expand it later according to demand.

5. Capital Budget – How much does it cost to start an oil mill?

💰 The capital investment for opening an oil mill mainly includes:

• Factory construction costs

• Equipment procurement costs

• Labor costs

• Raw material procurement costs

👉 Generally speaking:

• The investment for a small oil pressing plant ranges from hundreds of thousands to millions of RMB ;

• Medium to large oil mills require millions to tens of millions .

FAQ

Q1: What is the minimum investment required for a small oil press?

👉 Starting from 10TPD, the investment amount starts from hundreds of thousands, QIE Group can provide you with a detailed budget plan.

Q2: What oils can the equipment process?

👉 Common peanuts, soybeans, rapeseed, sunflower seeds, rice bran, cotton seeds, palm kernels, etc. can be processed.

Q3: How long does it take for a small oil press to make a profit?

👉 Depending on the production capacity and raw material prices, the cost can generally be recovered within 1-3 years.

Q4: Does the equipment meet export and international standards?

👉 Our equipment is ISO and CE certified and can produce cooking oil that meets international standards.

If you are starting a business for the first time, it is recommended to start with small oil press equipment , which requires little investment, has low risk, and can guarantee the output and quality of oil products.
💡 Want to know how much money it will cost, what equipment to buy, and how long it will take to get your money back?
👉Contact QIE Group now to receive your exclusive "Oil Press Equipment Investment Plan" and easily plan every step of opening a factory!