lemon grass oil making machine

Lemon Grass Oil Making Machine - Professional Essential Oil Extraction Equipment 

The enterprise-level lemon grass oil making machine from XI'AN BIOLAND INSTRUMENT CO., LTD is designed to be as pure and effective as possible. Through careful steam distillation, our method gets oil outputs of 0.7% to 1.2% from dried biomass. This equipment is made of either Food Grade SUS304 or Pharmaceutical Grade SUS316L stainless steel. It has smart temperature control (RT<100°C), multi-process flexibility (SD, UAE, SFE-CO₂), and PLC automation is a possibility. Some of the production lines we've set up successfully are 500L lavender and 1000L lemongrass. We promise GMP/FDA compliance, factory-direct pricing, and lifelong expert support for all of your essential oil production needs. Our products are certified by CE, ISO, UL, and SGS.

Why Choose Us?

Over 15 Years of Industry Expertise

We are experts in methods for distillation and extraction. Our experienced tech team knows how hard it is for you to make things.

Certified Quality You Can Trust

Each machine has certificates from CE, ISO, UL, and SGS. To make sure our products are pharmaceutical-grade, we follow GMP guidelines.

Factory-Direct Competitive Pricing

When there are no brokers, you get a better deal. Get high-end gear without the high-end price tag.

Customization That Fits Your Needs

With our OEM/ODM services, we can make tools that fit your needs exactly. We create it so it can hold 50L for a lab or 2000L for a commercial setting.

Fast Delivery Timelines

Most models are sent out in 5 to 7 days. Within 30 work days, you can get custom options. We help with freight by sea, train, and air.

Professional After-Sales Support

Quality guarantee for one year, with upkeep for life. Every week, our technical team sends photos and movies to show how the production is going. We stay with you after the work is done.

Transparent Production Tracking

You get daily updates on your progress. Before you ship, set up a Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) at our location. Not a surprise.

Proven Track Record

Our machines extract essential oils globally. From small cooperatives to large pharmaceutical plants, we deliver results.

Technical Parameters

Working Principle

Your lemon grass oil making machine operates through precise steam distillation technology. Here's how it works:

Step 1: Thermal Energy Transfer

Steam enters the double-layer jacketed distillation tank or internal coils. Heat transfers evenly through the biomass bed without direct flame contact.

Step 2: Volatile Oil Release

As temperatures reach 100-105°C, essential oil glands in lemongrass rupture. Citral and other aromatic compounds vaporize and mix with steam.

Step 3: Vapor Ascension

The vapor mixture rises through the column. Proper vapor velocity prevents heavy oil molecules from condensing prematurely.

Step 4: Efficient Condensation

The shell-and-tube condenser rapidly cools vapor below 30°C. The heat exchange surface ratio of 1:1.5 ensures zero volatile loss.

Step 5: Phase Separation

The oil-water mixture enters the florentine flask separator. Since lemongrass oil (specific gravity 0.86-0.90 g/cm³) is lighter than water, it naturally floats. The sight glass lets you monitor the separation interface clearly.

Step 6: Collection and Discharge

Pure oil collects at the top for easy drainage. Spent biomass (marc) discharges pneumatically. The system supports both water-separate and co-water extraction modes.

Process Flow

Pre-Processing → Loading → Heating → Extraction → Condensation → Separation → Collection

1. Material Preparation: Harvest fresh lemongrass and wilt for 24 hours (optimal yield balance)
2. Loading Chamber: Pack dried grass loosely in the distillation tank (avoid compression)
3. Steam Generation: Activate electric or external steam heating
4. Distillation Cycle: Maintain 100-105°C for 2-4 hours depending on batch size
5. Continuous Condensation: Monitor outlet temperature stays below 30°C
6. Real-Time Separation: Watch oil-water interface through sight glass
7. Quality Collection: Drain separated oil into storage vessels
8. Post-Processing: Allow oil to settle 24-48 hours, optionally treat with anhydrous sodium sulfate
9. CIP Cleaning: Use ethanol flush and steam sterilization between batches

   

    

Application Fields

Your equipment serves diverse industries:

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Get high-purity citral out of plants to make vitamin A and other useful chemicals. With continuous operation, work plans can run 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Cosmetic & Personal Care

Make therapeutic-grade oils for high-end lotions, soaps, and scented items. Vacuum distillation at low temperatures keeps the delicate notes of fragrances.

Fragrance Industry

Give perfume companies the best essential oils possible. Accurate temperature control gets the real smell profile that buyers want.

Food & Beverage Sector

Make natural preserves and flavourings. GMP-compliant building makes sure that the production is safe for food.

Agro-Processing Cooperatives

Value-adding crops on-site before moving them. Versions that have been toughened up can handle changing power sources and bad water quality near farms.

Research & Development Labs

Small units (50L to 100L) are great for trying formulations and analyzing quality.

New Materials Development

Get bio-based chemicals and green solutions from plant-based materials.

Quality Certification

We hold multiple international quality certifications:

• CE certification means that safety and health standards set in Europe are met.
• The international quality management method ISO certification
• UL Certification: Approval for testing products for safety
• SGS Certification: An outside check of quality
• Pharmaceutical and food-grade production must follow GMP/FDA standards.

Every machine goes through strict tests:

• Testing the hydrostatic pressure at 1.5 times the working pressure
• Dye Penetrant Testing to Check the Strength of Welds
• Use Positive Material Identification (PMI) to make sure the steel is real SUS304/316L
• Condenser Efficiency Test, making sure the temperature at the exit is less than 30°C
• Mirror-polished finish (Ra ≤ 0.4µm) keeps the surface clean.

Cooperation Case

FAQ

Q1: What oil yield can I expect from my machine?

With quality biomass, you'll achieve 0.7%-1.2% yield from dried grass. Semi-dried material (wilted 24 hours) gives the best balance of volume and quality.

Q2: Can I extract oils from other plants?

Absolutely. Your machine handles lavender, rosemary, citronella, and similar botanicals. Adjust steam pressure and packing density for different plants. Heavier roots need longer extraction times.

Q3: What heating options do you offer?

We provide electric heating for precision pilot-scale work, steam heating connecting to external boilers for large-scale production, and direct gas or wood firing for areas with unreliable electricity.

Q4: How do I prevent cross-contamination between batches?

Use the CIP (Clean-In-Place) spray ball system. Flush with ethanol solvent, then run a steam sterilization cycle between different botanical types.

Q5: Why does my oil look cloudy initially?

That's normal micro-emulsification right after extraction. The separator removes bulk water, but oil needs 24-48 hours settling time. Add anhydrous sodium sulfate to remove final moisture traces.

Q6: What's your delivery timeframe?

Standard models ship in 5-7 business days. Customized equipment typically takes 30 business days. You receive weekly production updates with visual documentation.

Q7: Do you offer installation support?

Yes. We provide detailed installation manuals, video guidance, and remote technical support. On-site installation services available upon request.

Contact Us

Ready to boost your essential oil production with a lemon grass oil making machine? Reach us at info@biolandequip.com for customized solutions, technical consultation, and competitive quotes today.