Rules for this forum:
1.No swearing or abusive behavior will be tolerated.
2.No spamming by any means - we WILL spot spam.
3.Advertising is allowed in the classified section only, unless you have paid for a banner at the top of the pages.
4.No dangerous equipment can be advertised and all chemical processors must be vetted beforehand.
5.You are free to voice your opinions on any subject. Most of our posts are only opinions and should not be taken as fact.
6.Non of the opinions or posts on this forum, by moderators, administrators, or otherwise, represent the opinions or policies of Goat Industries.
7.To keep this a friendly place, a sense of humor is appreciated.
Health and safety:
1.Biodiesel production is a potentially dangerous process and should only be undertaken by competent people. It is not suitable for unsupervised children etc.
2.Methanol has explosive vapors and is deadly poisonous. It burns with an invisible flame.
3.Sodium hydroxide/potassium hydroxide/caustic/lye will burn skin. Do not breathe in the dust. Animals will try to eat it as it smells of salt.
4.Concentrated sulphuric acid will burn skin and explode if water is added to it.
5.All these chemicals should be stored properly and kept away from children.
6.Most common serious accident: Processor blows up due to immersion heater being accidently switched on when empty.
