Evaluasi Pengaruh Efisiensi Ripple Mill pada Kotoran Inti  Menggunakan Metode Regresi Linear Berganda

Cristian Gani Situngkir; Ifan Panjaitan; Rogate Simanjuntak; Widya Fernanda Putri; Sri Wahyuni

doi:10.61132/manufaktur.v3i2.1055

Authors

Cristian Gani Situngkir Universitas Prima Indonesia
Ifan Panjaitan Universitas Prima Indonesia
Rogate Simanjuntak Universitas Prima Indonesia
Widya Fernanda Putri Universitas Prima Indonesia
Sri Wahyuni Universitas Prima Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.61132/manufaktur.v3i2.1055

Keywords:

Kernel Impurities, Machine Efficiency, Palm Oil, Preventive Maintenance, Ripple Mill.

Abstract

This research was conducted at PTPN IV Regional II Adolina Palm Oil Plantation and Mill Unit with the aim of evaluating the effect of Ripple Mill machine efficiency on palm kernel impurity levels through a multiple linear regression analysis approach. Ripple Mill is a vital piece of equipment in the palm kernel cracking process, which plays a role in determining the quality of the palm kernel. This machine works by breaking the kernels to produce kernels that are separated from the shells. However, when machine efficiency decreases due to technical and operational factors, palm kernel impurity levels tend to increase, characterized by an increase in shell fragments, fibers, and other foreign materials. This condition can have an impact on decreasing product quality and increasing further processing costs. Data collection was carried out over five days of observations covering the variables of machine efficiency and kernel impurity levels obtained from production results. The study found a strong negative correlation between machine efficiency and impurity levels in palm kernels. This means that the higher the efficiency of the Ripple Mill, the lower the resulting palm kernel impurity levels. This finding also confirms that quality control in the production process is not only determined by raw material factors but also highly dependent on the performance of the processing machine. Furthermore, the research results demonstrate the importance of implementing preventive maintenance strategies, including regular inspections of the rotor bar, square bar, and drive motor, as well as regulating operating parameters such as rotational speed and machine load. Proper preventive maintenance and operational control are essential to sustain machine efficiency and product quality. Therefore, continuous improvement in technical and managerial aspects is essential to maintain palm kernel quality and support optimal palm oil mill productivity.

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