Energy conservation study on Simplot potato processing plant, Heyburn, Idaho

Technical Report · Fri Mar 01 00:00:00 EST 1985

OSTI ID:7224875

This report presents the findings of an energy study done at the Simplot potato processing plant in Heyburn, Idaho. The study includes all electrical energy using systems at the plant but does not address specific modifications to process equipment. The plant receives raw potatoes and produces a mixture of pre-fried and frozen potato products including french fries and pre-formed patties, a dehydrated frozen product, starch, and processes and ships raw potatoes. The plant also contains a box line that makes cardboard cartons for all Simplot plants. The plant contains all necessary equipment and processes to produce a finished product and has long-term cold storage. 13 figs., 16 tabs.

• Research Organization: Seton, Johnson, and Odell, Inc., Portland, OR (USA)
• OSTI ID: 7224875
• Report Number(s): DOE/BP-8010989; ON: DE88010989
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

32 ENERGY CONSERVATION, CONSUMPTION, AND UTILIZATION
FOOD INDUSTRY
ENERGY CONSERVATION
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
FOOD PROCESSING
FREEZERS
POTATOES
FOOD
INDUSTRY
PLANTS
PROCESSING
TUBERS
VEGETABLES
320303* - Energy Conservation
Consumption
& Utilization- Industrial & Agricultural Processes- Equipment & Processes