Hands-On Homebrewing Workshop- SF Bay Area - July 26

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morris1524 Posted: 07-09-2008 02:38 AM

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Hands-on Biodiesel Homebrewing Workshop with Andrew Morris
In Oakland, Saturday, July 26 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/By-Product Layer and Water
* Processor Operation
* Avoiding & Breaking Emulsion
* Glycerol Pre-Wash
* 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://www.forums.biodieselnow.com/
http://biodiesel.infopop.cc


What People Say About the Class:

"I want to thank you for a great class. Overall a 9.8!"
Manager for the Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL-NASA)

"Your class was a wonderful gift to those of us that want to make our
own fuel. I applaud your energy, expertise, and ethics in pursuing
this endeavor. I'm grateful that you're willing to share your
hard-earned expertise."
Retired Teacher

PS.  July 19 is Full.