Oilseeds flaking is a common processing technology, which is mainly used to improve the oil yield and processing efficiency of oilseeds. In the process of oilseeds processing, flaking is a key step, which can change the physical form of oilseeds and make the subsequent oil pressing or leaching process more efficient. The following are the main reasons and functions of oilseeds flaking.

First of all, flaking can increase the surface area of oilseeds. Oilseeds, such as soybeans, peanuts and rapeseed, are usually granular or blocky in their original state, which is not conducive to the extraction of oil. By flaking, the oilseeds can be pressed into thin sheets, which can significantly increase its surface area, thus increasing the contact area between oilseeds and solvent or mechanical equipment. This increase in contact area is helpful to improve the extraction efficiency of oil.

Secondly, flaking can destroy the structure of oilseeds cells. The oil in oilseeds is mainly stored in cells, and the cell wall has a certain protective effect on oilseeds. By flaking, the cell wall is partially destroyed and the oil is more easily released. This step creates favorable conditions for the subsequent oil extraction or leaching process, thus improving the oil yield.

Besides, flaking can also improve the physical properties of oilseeds, making it more suitable for subsequent processing. For example, the thickness of oilseeds after flaking is uniform, which is convenient for equipment handling; At the same time, flaking can reduce the gaps in materials and improve the density of materials, thus saving storage and transportation space.

Finally, flaking can also reduce processing energy consumption. In the process of oilseeds pressing or leaching, the oilseeds that has not been pressed by pressing sheet may need higher pressure or temperature to extract oil, but after flaking, these technological conditions can be appropriately reduced, thus reducing energy consumption and improving economic benefits.

To sum up, the purpose of oilseeds flaking is to improve oil yield, improve processing efficiency and reduce production costs. This process not only optimizes the oil extraction process, but also provides technical support for modern large-scale production, which is an indispensable link in the oil industry.