Making biodiesel is actually separating the vegetable oil or the fat, incase it is produced from animal, from the glycerin. The chemical process name is transesterification. At the end of the process we receive two materials, glycerin and bio diesel also known with its chemical name as methyl ester.
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As you can understand, the process of making biodiesel is not complicated and it is very easy to follow several steps. For the process of transesterification there are three ingredients, vegetable oil or animal fat, methanol (i.e. alcohol) and lye or soda caustic. In the bio-diesel production, the glycerin will be excluded from vegetable oil or the animal fat by a chemical reaction. In order to create this chemical reaction we use methanol and a catalyst such as lye. The ratio between these three ingredients is:
* 75% vegetable oil or animal fat
* 22% methanol
* 3% lye or soda caustic
* 75% vegetable oil or animal fat
* 22% methanol
* 3% lye or soda caustic
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Mix all three materials in one container and leave the rest for the chemical reaction for about 50 minutes. After the chemical reaction take place the products are separated according to their specific weight. The glycerin is the heaviest so it will settle on the bottom of the container. The biodiesel will be above the glycerin.
Mix all three materials in one container and leave the rest for the chemical reaction for about 50 minutes. After the chemical reaction take place the products are separated according to their specific weight. The glycerin is the heaviest so it will settle on the bottom of the container. The biodiesel will be above the glycerin.
Generally, this is the description of making bio diesel. Some biodiesel producers make it with different ingredients or that they mix the resulted biodiesel with paraffin or other type of petrolatum to make it thinner and more liquid but basically this is the process and by using or preparing biodiesel you help for a cleaner environment and being economically wise.
Reasons for Using Biodiesel
For me it is so obvious to prefer and to use biodiesel over petrodiesel but many others who are not familiar with all the biodiesel benefits it is not. For these people, the following reasons are a good starting point for understanding why biodiesel is the right and preferred choice of energy.
For me it is so obvious to prefer and to use biodiesel over petrodiesel but many others who are not familiar with all the biodiesel benefits it is not. For these people, the following reasons are a good starting point for understanding why biodiesel is the right and preferred choice of energy.
Bio-Diesel is Economical
Let's say it loud and clear, making biodiesel saves money! If you make biodiesel at home, you can save more than 50% of your petrodiesel expenses. The fact that making biodiesel procedure is an easy process encourages more and more people to use biodiesel.
Let's say it loud and clear, making biodiesel saves money! If you make biodiesel at home, you can save more than 50% of your petrodiesel expenses. The fact that making biodiesel procedure is an easy process encourages more and more people to use biodiesel.
Bio Diesel Resources are Reproducible
Biodiesel is produced from vegetable oil or animal fat. These resources can be regrown and considered infinite in comparison to crude oil that is limited. When using biodiesel instead of petrodiesel, the demand for crude oil products is reduced and as a result their prices decrease.
Biodiesel is produced from vegetable oil or animal fat. These resources can be regrown and considered infinite in comparison to crude oil that is limited. When using biodiesel instead of petrodiesel, the demand for crude oil products is reduced and as a result their prices decrease.
Using Biodiesel is more Environment Friendly then other Energy Alternatives
While using biodiesel the exhaust emission is significantly less polluting. According to studies, there are several parameters like hydrocarbons and carbon dioxide that are reduced when using biodiesel for running diesel engines.
While using biodiesel the exhaust emission is significantly less polluting. According to studies, there are several parameters like hydrocarbons and carbon dioxide that are reduced when using biodiesel for running diesel engines.
Supporting Agriculture Industry
The main ingredient for preparing biodiesel is vegetables oil or animal fat. With the growth of use of biodiesel going on, there is a growing need for the main biodiesel resources which are the seeds like canola, corn, soy and others. The growing demand of biodiesel resources enables the agriculture in general and the farmers in particular to have another market to sell to. This way this industry is more stabilized.
The main ingredient for preparing biodiesel is vegetables oil or animal fat. With the growth of use of biodiesel going on, there is a growing need for the main biodiesel resources which are the seeds like canola, corn, soy and others. The growing demand of biodiesel resources enables the agriculture in general and the farmers in particular to have another market to sell to. This way this industry is more stabilized.
Reducing Dependence on Petro-Diesel and Fuel Companies
The more we use biodiesel instead of petrodiesel the less dependent we are in an infinite resource (crude oil). It means that these crude oil companies and in many cases countries, have less domination on other countries in the aspect of energy resources. This will lead for a better balanced world.
The more we use biodiesel instead of petrodiesel the less dependent we are in an infinite resource (crude oil). It means that these crude oil companies and in many cases countries, have less domination on other countries in the aspect of energy resources. This will lead for a better balanced world.
Better for engine's health
Experience shows that engines running on biodiesel, its lubricity is improved compared to petro diesel fuel. The higher lubricity enable the engine to work in a smoother manner and because it works better it reduce the physical deterioration of the engine.
Experience shows that engines running on biodiesel, its lubricity is improved compared to petro diesel fuel. The higher lubricity enable the engine to work in a smoother manner and because it works better it reduce the physical deterioration of the engine.
Best Energy Alternative to Fuel
Checking all energy alternatives of fuel for diesel engines, there is an absolute one conclusion that pops up. Each alternative to petrodiesel fuel requires adjustments and modifications, sometimes it is in the fuel injection system and sometimes another tank should be installed. The only exception is biodiesel. The majority of diesel engines will work smoothly with biodiesel with no modifications requirements. Another advantage of biodiesel over the other energy alternatives is the mileage per gallon. It is important to mention about the little drop in power when compared to petrodiesel. Biodiesel has a drop in power of around 9%, which most drivers not even notice or notice a non significant drop in power.
Checking all energy alternatives of fuel for diesel engines, there is an absolute one conclusion that pops up. Each alternative to petrodiesel fuel requires adjustments and modifications, sometimes it is in the fuel injection system and sometimes another tank should be installed. The only exception is biodiesel. The majority of diesel engines will work smoothly with biodiesel with no modifications requirements. Another advantage of biodiesel over the other energy alternatives is the mileage per gallon. It is important to mention about the little drop in power when compared to petrodiesel. Biodiesel has a drop in power of around 9%, which most drivers not even notice or notice a non significant drop in power.
If Tomorrow Never Comes
If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you fall asleep,
I would tuck you in more tightly,
And pray the Lord your soul to keep.
If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you walk out the door,
I would give you a hug and kiss,
And call you back for just one more
If I knew it would be the last time
I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would tape each word and action,
And play them back throughout my days
If I knew it would be the last time,
I would spare an extra minute or two,
To stop and say "I love you,"
Instead of assuming you know I do.
So just in case tomorrow never comes,
And today is all I get,
I'd like to say how much I love you,
And I hope we never will forget.
Tomorrow is not promised to anyone,
Young or old alike,
And today may be the last chance
You get to hold your loved one tight.
So if you're waiting for tomorrow,
Why not do it today?
For if tomorrow never comes,
You'll surely regret the day.
That you didn't take that extra time
For a smile, a hug, or a kiss,
And you were too busy to grant someone,
What turned out to be their one last wish.
So hold your loved ones close today,
And whisper in their ear,
That you love them very much, and
You'll always hold them dear.
Take time to say "I'm sorry,"
"Please forgive me," "thank you" or "it's okay".
And if tomorrow never comes,
You'll have no regrets about today
~ Norma Cornett Marek ~
If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you fall asleep,
I would tuck you in more tightly,
And pray the Lord your soul to keep.
If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you walk out the door,
I would give you a hug and kiss,
And call you back for just one more
If I knew it would be the last time
I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would tape each word and action,
And play them back throughout my days
If I knew it would be the last time,
I would spare an extra minute or two,
To stop and say "I love you,"
Instead of assuming you know I do.
So just in case tomorrow never comes,
And today is all I get,
I'd like to say how much I love you,
And I hope we never will forget.
Tomorrow is not promised to anyone,
Young or old alike,
And today may be the last chance
You get to hold your loved one tight.
So if you're waiting for tomorrow,
Why not do it today?
For if tomorrow never comes,
You'll surely regret the day.
That you didn't take that extra time
For a smile, a hug, or a kiss,
And you were too busy to grant someone,
What turned out to be their one last wish.
So hold your loved ones close today,
And whisper in their ear,
That you love them very much, and
You'll always hold them dear.
Take time to say "I'm sorry,"
"Please forgive me," "thank you" or "it's okay".
And if tomorrow never comes,
You'll have no regrets about today
~ Norma Cornett Marek ~
MMM Top 50 Guilty Pleasures
50 - Steve Perry - Oh Sherrie
49 - New Kids On The Block - Step By Step
48 - Animotion - Obsession
47 - Chilliwack - My Girl (Gone Gone Gone)
46 - Sisqo - Thong Song
45 - Tiffany - I Think We're Alone Now
44 - Laura Branigan - Gloria
43 - Candi - Under Your Spell
42 - Tone Loc - Funky Cold Medina
41 - Bon Jovi - You Give Love a Bad Name
40 - Snow - Informer
39 - Asia - Heat Of The Moment
38 - Alannah Myles - Black Velvet
37 - Young MC - Bust A Move
36 - Foreigner - I Wanna Know What Love Is
35 - Gerardo - Rico Suave
34 - Styx - Mr. Roboto
33 - Samantha Fox - Touch Me
32 - Hootie And The Blow Fish - I Only Wanna Be With You
31 - Helix - Rock You
30 - Right Said Fred - I'm To Sexy
29 - Rick Ashley - Never Gonna Give You Up
28 - Men Without Hats - Safety Dance
27 - Aqua - Barbie Girl
26 - Platinum Blonde - Standing In The Dark
25 - Boston - More Than A Feeling
24 - Ace of Base - The Sign
23 - WhiteSnake - Here I Go Again
22 - J. Geils Band - Centerfol
21 - Corey Hart - Sunglasses At Night
20 - Journey - Faithfully
19 - Backstreet Boys - I Want It That Way
18 - Patrick Swayze - She's Like the Wind
17 - Culture Beat - Mr.Vain
16 - Whitney Houston - I Will Always Love You
15 - Rick Springfield - Jessie's Girl
14 - Sir Mix-A-Lot - Baby Got Back
13 - Meatloaf - Paradise By The Dashboard Light
12 - Baha Men - Who Let The Dogs Out
11 - Cher - Believe
10 - Milli Vanilli - Girl You Know It's True
09 - Bonnie Tyler - Total Eclipse Of The Heart
08 - C+C Music Factory - Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)
07 - Air Supply - Making Love Out Of Nothing At All
06 - Vanilla Ice - Ice Ice Baby
05 - Loverboys - Working For The Weekend
04 - Wham! - Wake Me Up Before You Go
03 - MC Hammer - U Can't Touch This
02 - Spice Girls - Wannabe
01 - Celine Dion - My Heart Will Go On
50 - Steve Perry - Oh Sherrie
49 - New Kids On The Block - Step By Step
48 - Animotion - Obsession
47 - Chilliwack - My Girl (Gone Gone Gone)
46 - Sisqo - Thong Song
45 - Tiffany - I Think We're Alone Now
44 - Laura Branigan - Gloria
43 - Candi - Under Your Spell
42 - Tone Loc - Funky Cold Medina
41 - Bon Jovi - You Give Love a Bad Name
40 - Snow - Informer
39 - Asia - Heat Of The Moment
38 - Alannah Myles - Black Velvet
37 - Young MC - Bust A Move
36 - Foreigner - I Wanna Know What Love Is
35 - Gerardo - Rico Suave
34 - Styx - Mr. Roboto
33 - Samantha Fox - Touch Me
32 - Hootie And The Blow Fish - I Only Wanna Be With You
31 - Helix - Rock You
30 - Right Said Fred - I'm To Sexy
29 - Rick Ashley - Never Gonna Give You Up
28 - Men Without Hats - Safety Dance
27 - Aqua - Barbie Girl
26 - Platinum Blonde - Standing In The Dark
25 - Boston - More Than A Feeling
24 - Ace of Base - The Sign
23 - WhiteSnake - Here I Go Again
22 - J. Geils Band - Centerfol
21 - Corey Hart - Sunglasses At Night
20 - Journey - Faithfully
19 - Backstreet Boys - I Want It That Way
18 - Patrick Swayze - She's Like the Wind
17 - Culture Beat - Mr.Vain
16 - Whitney Houston - I Will Always Love You
15 - Rick Springfield - Jessie's Girl
14 - Sir Mix-A-Lot - Baby Got Back
13 - Meatloaf - Paradise By The Dashboard Light
12 - Baha Men - Who Let The Dogs Out
11 - Cher - Believe
10 - Milli Vanilli - Girl You Know It's True
09 - Bonnie Tyler - Total Eclipse Of The Heart
08 - C+C Music Factory - Gonna Make You Sweat (Everybody Dance Now)
07 - Air Supply - Making Love Out Of Nothing At All
06 - Vanilla Ice - Ice Ice Baby
05 - Loverboys - Working For The Weekend
04 - Wham! - Wake Me Up Before You Go
03 - MC Hammer - U Can't Touch This
02 - Spice Girls - Wannabe
01 - Celine Dion - My Heart Will Go On
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