How long does it take to install an oil press in a large oil plant?

When planning an investment, one of the biggest concerns for many customers is: How long does it take to install an oil press? Below, we'll detail the factors that influence the installation timeline, typical installation times, and how to shorten it.

The main factors affecting the installation cycle of the press

1. Factory construction progress

   • If the factory foundation, structure, power supply, drainage and other supporting facilities have been completed, the equipment installation period will be significantly shortened.

2. Number and scale of equipment

   • There is a significant difference between a single oil press and a complete production line. The more equipment there is, the more complex the process is, and the longer the installation time is.

3. Process configuration

   • Whether it includes pre-treatment, filtration, refining, filling and other supporting links will directly determine the construction time.

4. Installation team experience

   • A professional team guided by factory engineers can avoid rework and delays and ensure efficiency.

5. Logistics and supply chain situation

   • Sea transportation, customs clearance and inland transportation may consume additional time.

6. Local construction conditions

   • Power supply, water conditions, transportation convenience, etc. will affect the overall progress.

Approximate time range for oil press installation

Based on our experience in more than 100 engineering projects around the world:

• Single oil press : Installation and commissioning can be completed in 3–7 days.

• Medium-sized oil pressing production line (20-50 tons/day) : 1-3 months.

• Large oil plants (over 100 tons/day) : Installation usually takes 3-6 months.

📌Case reference :

• A 20-50TPD sunflower oil pressing plant in Africa : From equipment arrival to commissioning, it took only three months, two weeks ahead of schedule.

• A 50TPD soybean oil extraction project in Southeast Asia : Due to delayed port clearance, the overall installation period was extended to 50 days.

These cases show that properly coordinating design and logistics during the planning stage is the key to ensuring progress.

How to shorten the installation period?

✅Plan construction and logistics in advance

Ensure that factory construction, infrastructure and equipment transportation are carried out simultaneously.

✅Choose a one-stop solution provider

Penguin Group can provide integrated services including design, manufacturing, installation and commissioning , thus reducing the time loss caused by multi-party coordination.

✅Cooperate with the manufacturer's engineers for guidance

Strictly implement installation specifications to avoid rework due to improper installation.

✅Complete supporting conditions

The power lines, steam pipes, water sources and foundation reservations are completed ahead of time, which can greatly speed up the progress.

What can QIE Group offer?

As an edible oil processing equipment manufacturer with many years of experience, we have provided more than 100 large-scale pressing plant construction solutions to customers around the world. We can provide customers with:

• Plant layout design and process flow planning

• Press and complete set of supporting equipment

• On-site guidance by installation engineers

• Trial operation and staff training

• Rapid production and after-sales support

Help customers achieve stable production in the shortest time and reduce investment risks.

FAQ

Q1: Which step is the most time-consuming in the construction of a large oil refinery?

A1: Usually the first step is plant construction and foundation construction, followed by equipment installation. If the plant is already completed, the installation period will be significantly shortened.

Q2: If I only install a press without refining, will the time be faster?

A2: Yes. The installation time for a single press or a production line consisting only of a pressing process is significantly shorter.

Q3: Can the equipment be installed first before the factory building is completed?

A3: Not recommended. Inadequate factory conditions can easily lead to rework or equipment damage, which in turn delays production.

The installation time for a large-scale oil mill press varies depending on the scale and conditions, generally ranging from several weeks to several months. Advance planning and selecting an experienced equipment supplier and installation team are key to ensuring a quick project implementation.

👉 Contact us now to obtain the "Large-Scale Edible Oil Plant Construction Cycle and Cost Planning Plan" to quickly put your project into production!