Hands-on Biodiesel Homebrewing Workshop with Andrew Morris
In Oakland, Saturday, Feb. 23 9:30-5:30
$90 Including Lunch Limit 8 Participants
Second person from the same household 1/2 price
To register: email morris1524@yahoo.com
This class gives you the hands on experience you need to start making your own high quality fuel.
Topics Include: We will Demo & Practice
* Basic Chemistry of Making Biodiesel
* Oil Quality Testing - Free Fatty Acid Titration and Quantitative
Water Test
* Calculations for Methanol and Catalyst Use
* Understanding trade-offs
* Fuel Quality Testing For Conversion
* Washing Techniques
* Separating Fuel From Glycerol and Water
* Processor Operation
* Avoiding & Breaking Emulsion
* Processor Design & Building Tips
* Basic Safety Guidelines
* Using Biodiesel in Your Diesel Vehicle
This class combines lab, practical, theory and Q&A.
Recommended Resources:
http://www.biodieselcommunity.org
http://biodiesel.infopop.cc
