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With over 40 years of experience in the oilseed extraction industry, Mr. Hon Swee Sang is a highly accomplished professional who began his career with a Diploma in Mechanical Engineering. He started as a Maintenance Supervisor in a sugar mill in Papua New Guinea and later went on to work as a Mill Engineer at Tawau Edible Oil and Kudat Edible Oil Mill, Sabah. During this time, he gained valuable experience and knowledge in the maintenance, operation, and design of machinery and equipment used in the extraction of oil from various oilseeds. Mr. Hon's leadership skills and expertise in the oilseed extraction industry were evident throughout his career, and he held various directorship positions in different companies. By setting up HSS Industrial Products Sdn Bhd in 2004, he assumed the role of founder and MD. HSS Industrial Products Sdn Bhd is involved in the design, and fabrication supply of equipment in the palm oil mill and palm kernel plant
1. HSS offers a machining service and acts as a one stop solution provider for oilseed extraction and palm oil mill equipment. Do bring us to HSS’ journey and achievement.
HSS was incorporated in 2004 as a private limited company to provide complete solutions in the manufacturing of Oilseeds Extraction equipment. HSS focuses on the design, engineering, and turnkey project of a Palm Oil Mill, Palm Kernel Crushing Plant, Coconut oil Crushing Plant, and processing equipment for a variety of edible oilseeds including but not limited to peanut, rapeseed, sunflower, soybean, macadamia, kemiri, etc.
HSS had been awarded Licenses for Non-fire Pressure Vessel Maker to further increase our capabilities to meet the needs of its customers in 2008. Our facility and resources are capable of producing custom made non-fire pressure vessels including sterilizers, back pressure vessels, vacuum dryers, pressure sand filters, water softeners, etc.
HSS has been providing complete solutions for the oilseed extraction industry since 2011. The company has undertaken various Turnkey / EPCC Palm Oil Mill projects, ranging from 5TPH Micro Mill to 120TPH Palm Oil Mill, with a track record of successful completion.
With a focus on innovation and sustainable practices, the company aims to deliver high-quality products and services that meet the evolving demands of the industry. HSS Industrial Products Sdn Bhd is committed to providing exceptional customer service and works closely with clients to ensure their needs are met and expectations exceeded.
EPC Contractor for POM, KCP, EFB Plant, EFB Biomass Plant, Biogas Plant, Solvent Plant for Oilseed Cake/Palm Mesocarp Cake, Vegetable Oilseed Extraction Plant including Coconut, Candle Nut, Soyabean and el cetera
Manufacturer of Sterilizer (Self-Discharge Vertical Sterilizer), Digester, Screw Press, EFB Press, PKO Expeller, Shredder, Copra Press, Thresher, Nut Cracker/Ripple Mill, Hydro-cyclone, Thresher, Pressure Leaf Filter, Filter Press, Power Plant Extractor, etc
2. Share with us how Avatar Technology or known as dynamic sterilization, for the extraction of crude palm oil helps the work environment, sustainability, and profitability.
The advantages of using Avatar Technology in palm oil extraction over traditional systems are manifold. Firstly, it optimizes water consumption, requiring less than 200 liters of water per tonne of fresh fruit bunches (FFB) to be converted into steam and used in the sterilization process. This means that there is no need to add water during the pressing process, as the natural water content of the fresh fruit is sufficient. This results in less dilution water required and only 100-120 kg of steam used in the sterilization stage, and a maximum of 200 kg of steam per FFB processed tonne.
Secondly, Avatar Technology allows for the optimization of biomass by producing rachis fibers with lengths of approximately 1 to 10 cm and low humidity, while also reducing the generation of final effluents to between 350 and 370 liters per FFB tonne. This offers the possibility of making low-cost compost from the mixture of all the effluents together with the final fibers, achieving the concept of Zero Waste palm oil mills.
Next, this technology reduces oil losses by up to 0.2-0.35% over total fibers, thus increasing the oil extraction rate. By pressing the whole fruit bunch, losses due to attached fruits, loose fruits, unthreshed green fruits, and oil impregnation in rachis are avoided. This results in totally controlled losses of 1% +/- 0.2%.The technology is also flexible and appropriate for processing hybrid fruit, which is difficult to press in conventional processing plants.
Lastly, Avatar Technology decreases operating and investment costs by requiring less plant-covered area per installed tonne compared to known conventional processes. The elimination of equipment such as rail wagons, tractors for moving trucks or mechanical systems, rail wagon turners, threshing drums, and empty bunches presses, reduces the number of processing machines and lowers mill maintenance costs by up to 20%. Investment in civil works and the plot of land for the implementation of a project is also decreased.
3. How does this technology assist in the circular economy concept? How does it obtain the same time as the maximum possible oil extraction rate (OER)
Avatar Technology contributes to the circular economy concept by reducing waste generation and promoting the reuse of by-products. It allows for the production of a low-cost compost from the mixture of all the effluents together with the final fibers, achieving the concept of Zero Waste palm oil mills. This compost can be used as a natural fertilizer, promoting the reuse of waste and reducing the need for synthetic fertilizers.
In addition, Avatar Technology reduces operating and investment costs by eliminating equipment such as rail wagons, tractors, mechanical systems, threshing drums, and empty bunches presses. By reducing the number of processing machines, there is a reduction in mill maintenance costs, which also contributes to the circular economy concept by promoting the reuse of resources.
Regarding oil extraction rate (OER), Avatar Technology allows for the maximum possible extraction rate while minimizing losses. The technology enables the whole fruit bunch to be pressed, including attached fruits, loose fruits, unthreshed green fruits, and rachis. This process ensures that the oil extraction rate is maximized, and process losses are minimized by up to 0.2 - 0.35% over total fibers, which is significantly lower than conventional systems. The result is a higher yield of crude palm oil, which is an essential aspect of the palm oil industry.
4. The Malaysian Palm Oil Council said that palm oil production is set to recover in 2023 after three years of decline, perhaps could there be any growth opportunity for the Malaysian palm oil market?
Yes, there could be growth opportunities for the Malaysian palm oil market in the coming years, as palm oil production is expected to recover in 2023 after three years of decline, as predicted by the Malaysian Palm Oil Council. This positive outlook for the industry can be attributed to several factors, including the growing demand for palm oil in emerging markets, such as China and India, and the increasing use of palm oil in biofuels.
As long as there is a demand for food, the demand for palm oil is likely to remain strong. Palm oil is a widely used ingredient in many food products, including baked goods, snacks, and processed foods. As the global population continues to grow, the demand for food will also increase, which could lead to a corresponding increase in demand for palm oil.
Furthermore, palm oil is also used in non-food products, such as cosmetics and biofuels. The demand for these products is also likely to increase as the global population grows and standards of living improve, which could further support the demand for palm oil.
In conclusion, the demand for palm oil is likely to remain strong as long as there are humans with a demand for food and other products that use palm oil. This could create a favorable environment for investment in the palm oil industry and present growth opportunities for the Malaysian palm oil market.
5. Any plans that you would like to share with the readers?
HSS is currently placing a strong emphasis on promoting Avatar Technology, which will be our main focus for the next two years. We believe in the potential and advantages that Avatar Technology offers in achieving sustainability in the palm oil industry, particularly in meeting the standards set by the Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO).
RSPO certification ensures that palm oil is produced in an environmentally responsible manner, promoting the concept of the circular economy, which HSS is committed to achieving. In addition, we are collaborating with foreign partners to explore opportunities in other oilseed processing ventures,
such as kemiri in Indonesia.
Continuing to introduce more solutions for the Palm Oil Milling industry is an important part of our mission to provide innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients. We are constantly exploring new technologies and solutions that can help our clients improve their operations and increase efficiency