How To Prevent Rust On Oil Press Equipment During The Off-Season

When the grain and oil industry enters the off-season, oil press equipment is seldom used or completely idle. Without proper maintenance all year round, whether in summer or winter, the equipment will rust.
Oil presses sell well during oil crop harvesting seasons, while sales drop sharply once the harvesting period ends. Customers in many areas only buy oil presses for short-term oil extraction, leaving the machines shut down for a long time, which makes them prone to rust.

#Comparison between a well-maintained machine and an improperly maintained machine

Below are the protective steps for oil presses before long-term storage:
1.After long hours of operation, thick oil dirt builds up on the machine surface. Wipe and clean the exterior with detergent. Simple cleaning with tools is enough to remove oil stains and residues on internal components.
2.Wipe the whole machine dry with a clean cloth after washing, then leave it in a well-ventilated place to air dry thoroughly.
3.Coat the entire machine with anti-rust oil to avoid corrosion during long-term storage.
4.Store the oil press in a warm and dry environment; normal room temperature can effectively prevent rusting.
5.Cover the machine with a cloth during storage to stop dust and debris from getting stuck in the gaps of strip cages and round cages.
Rust causes severe damage to oil press equipment by wearing down and thinning machine parts. In addition, rust flakes will mix into edible oil during pressing, resulting in secondary contamination of cooking oil and posing great risks to human health. Following the above steps can effectively prevent oil press equipment from rusting while kept in storage.