In the fundamental biodiesel production process, vegetable based oils are converted into biodiesel using a process called transesterification. Vegetable oils are primarily composed of triglycerides, which are a combination of fatty acid esters and glycerin.
The oils are filtered and preprocessed to remove water and contaminants. If free fatty acids are present, they are removed or transformed into biodiesel using special pretreatment technologies.
The pretreated oils are then mixed with an alcohol (methanol or ethanol) and a strong alkali catalyst (sodium or potassium hydroxide). The oil molecules (triglycerides) are broken apart and reformed into methyl/ethyl esters and glycerin, which are then separated from each other and purified.
RBF is BQ 9000 certified and produces ASTM D6751 biodiesel meeting the most current standards for quality. RBF is a certified biofuel producer under the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification (ISCC) program.
RBF produces, as a co-product of the biodiesel process, Kosher Glycerin, which is certified by the Orthodox Union.
RBF is strategically located in Port Neches with access to a deepwater port, major rail line, and is in close proximity to major petroleum refineries.
RBF has an experienced staff with expertise in biodiesel and glycerin production, logistics management, and commodity marketing.
