HOW TO OPTIMIZE SUGAR PRODUCTION: CHECK 5 TIPS

Sugarcane was the first crop in Brazil and, since then, the country has remained the world leader in the production and export of sugar.

From here, around 18% of the production and 36% of the global trade of the product, used in food and as the biofuel ethanol.

In order to maintain themselves in this favorable scenario, sugar producers constantly invest in mechanization and in planting and manufacturing technologies, in order to maintain the Brazilian sugar and ethanol sector as one of the most competitive and sophisticated in the world.

In addition to investing in new technologies, it is necessary to have technical knowledge to ensure efficient sugar production.

Good practices for sugar manufacturing

Do you want to know how to further optimize sugar production? Check out, below, the tips we have prepared for you to produce better and profit more.

1. Reuse waste and by-products from the sugar manufacturing process

In the manufacture of sugar, waste and by-products are also generated that can be transformed into profitability, in addition to reducing production costs and environmental impact.

Bagasse, filter cake and molasses are some of the waste that can be reused by the producer, eliminating any waste. See what each of them can become:

Bagasse: fuel for boilers, pulp production and for feeding confined cattle.

Filter cake: rich in phosphorus, it can be used as fertilizer for crops.

Molasses: ethyl alcohol, raw material for the production of protein, animal feed, pressed yeast for baking, antibiotics.

2. Adopt preventive maintenance in the off season

The sugar production season normally starts in mid-May and can last until November. Therefore, the period between December and April is considered off-season.

At this time, it is important for the sugar producer to plan preventive maintenance actions at the plant, which involve:

•  Steam turbine
•  Speed reducer
•  Thermoelectric plants
•  Parts
•  Accessories
•  Components

The adoption of preventive maintenance in the off season reduces the occurrence of future problems, failures, interruptions and possible unnecessary stops of steam turbines, speed reducers and thermoelectric plants.

Also read: Efficient equipment for packaging sugar

3. Invest in smart technologies

One eye on production, the other on the technologies that we see emerging. This is how the sugar producer must observe innovations to improve his manufacturing process and achieve the best yields.

Novelties in intelligent machines and equipment make agribusiness activities increasingly profitable and efficient.

4. ISeek cost reduction in sugarcane logistics

Industry data indicates that the cutting, transshipment and transport (CTT) stage of sugarcane is equivalent to 28% of the cost of a ton of cane and 10% of the value of each bag; the numbers alone demonstrate how important it is to look for ways to optimize this step.

Also read: FG-4 gravimetric feeder, guarantee of safety, speed and accuracy.

5. Optimize the packaging step with Indumak solutions

Indumak offers a complete line of equipment to automate each stage of sugar packaging. They are dosers, packers, balers, complete palletizing systems and accessories that add speed to the process and collaborate for stricter quality control within the manufacturing plant.

It’s a cost-effective investment, tailor-made to transform your industry.

Talk to us to know the lines, request your quote and learn about the financing conditions for your industry.