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ISSN : 14125064     EISSN : 23561661     DOI : https://doi.org/10.23955/rkl.v18i2.34018
The Journal of Chemical Engineering and Environment is an open access journal that publishes papers on chemical engineering and environmental engineering. The following topics are included in these sciences: Food and biochemical engineering Catalytic reaction engineering Clean energy technology Environmental and safety technology Fundamentals of chemical engineering and applied industrial engineering Industrial chemical engineering Material science engineering Process and control engineering Polymer and petrochemical technology Membrane technology Agro-industrial technology Separation and purification technology Environmental modelling Environmental and information sciences Water and waste water treatment and management Material flow analysis Mechanisms of clean development
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Production of Rubber Seed Oil: Study of Parameters and some Food Oil Properties Yuniar, Rizka Ayu; Pusfitasari, Memik Dian; Kumalaningrum, Amalia Nur; Malcheli, Etni Jechonia; Saleha, Shela; Silmina, Silmina
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 19, No 1 (2024): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan (June 2024 )
Publisher : Chemical Engineering Department, Syiah Kuala University, Banda Aceh, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23955/rkl.v19i1.37167

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Rubber seeds are one of the plantation commodities that are underutilized by the Indonesian people, apart from being the generative seeds of rubber trees. Rubber seeds have a reasonably high vegetable oil content of 68.53% with a carbohydrate content of 6.99%, protein content of 17.41%, and ash content of 3.08%. This study aimed to obtain food oil from rubber seeds with fewer chemicals and more affordable production costs. This study investigates the properties of food oil from rubber seeds and analyzes the cyanide content. The oil extracted using the traditional method yielded an 8.48% oil content. The rubber seeds were soaked for four days with rice husk charcoal (1:1) to reduce cyanide levels, followed by cooking to obtain the oil and bleaching with bentonite for purification. The oil was characterized according to Indonesian National Standards (SNI), assessing cyanide content, organoleptic properties, water content, acid values, and peroxide numbers. The resulting oil had a density of 0.87 g/cm and a cyanide content of 0.54 ppm. The tests showed a water content of 0.04%, an acid value of 0.4 mg NaOH/g, and organoleptic properties that met SNI standards. However, the peroxide value of 13.5 meq O2/kg was slightly above the standard, making the oil non-edible.
Synthesis and Characterization of Calcium Phosphate Using Two Stages of Process Anggoro, Achmad Rahditya Viman; Arianti, Rahma Dea Rerindra; Pujiastuti, Caecilia; Sumada, Ketut; Muljani, Srie
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 19, No 1 (2024): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan (June 2024 )
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23955/rkl.v19i1.37829

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Calcium phosphate, a naturally occurring biomaterial found in human and animal bones and teeth, possesses desirable properties such as strength, biocompatibility, and the ability to stimulate tissue growth. This study investigates the synthesis of calcium phosphate through a precipitation method without calcination. The process involves dissolving raw materials in phosphoric acid, followed by precipitation using KOH as the precipitating agent. The resulting precipitate was then calcined for 3 hours. The calcium phosphate product was characterized using XRF, XRD, and SEM-EDX techniques. The results indicate a Ca-P molar ratio ranging from 1.855 to 2.302, with the predominant phase identified as -calcium pyrophosphate. SEM analysis reveals a plate-like morphology with agglomerated particles ranging in size from 888 nm to 7.79 m. The synthesized calcium phosphate holds potential for various biomedical applications due to its unique properties and composition.
Quantitative Structure-Activity Relationship Study of Fatty Acid Derivatives as Lubricant Additive Sugesti, Rahmawita; Sutriah, Komar; Khotib, Mohammad
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 19, No 1 (2024): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan (June 2024 )
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23955/rkl.v19i1.27374

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Fatty acid compounds and their derivatives have been known in tribology as a source of bio-lubricant raw materials. New compounds were developed computationally to sort out the physical properties of the desired lubricant additive before synthesis in the laboratory. In this study, the correlation between the chemical structure of fatty acid derivative compounds and their physical properties through the quantitative structure-activity relationship (QSAR) using the density functional theory (DFT) was determined. QSAR model resulted in two linear regression equations for the wear rate performance test at (1) the value of the weld load with 5%, 500N variation and (2) the value of the wear scar diameter 5%, 150N variation. Validation of the regression model was conducted using the leave-one-out (LOO) method. The new additive lubricants were designed using the obtained QSAR models of the wear rate performance test with the descriptor of total energy, dipole moment, and softness. Stearoyl diethanolamine compound was proposed as a lubricant additive with the best performance parameter of weld load and wear scar diameter at 298.03 kg and 0.29 mm respectively. The percentage performance of stearoyl diethanolamine for weld load and wear scar diameter was increased by 24.18% and 47.60%, respectively.
Kinetic of Aerobic Decomposition Process of Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate (LAS) in a Well-Shaped Bioreactor Using Commercial Inoculum Margono, Margono; Pranolo, Sunu Herwi; Waluyo, Joko; Sembodo, Bregas Siswahjono Tatag; Susanti, Ari Diana; Setyono, Prabang; Dahlan, Irvan
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 19, No 1 (2024): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan (June 2024 )
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23955/rkl.v19i1.34317

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Linear alkylbenzene sulfonate (LAS) belongs to a class of surfactants claimed as an environmentally friendly detergent due to its biodegradability. However, the disposal of LAS waste into the waters without prior treatment causes a risk to the ecosystem. These experiments aimed to study the effects of commercial inoculum size EM-4 on the aerobic decomposition process of LAS in a well-shaped bioreactor. These experiments of LAS decomposition were carried out in a batch system aerated by 2.5 L/min for the low and high initial LAS concentrations. The effects of inoculum acclimation were also investigated for the high LAS concentration. The effects of inoculum size were explored at sizes ranging from 5 to 20% v/v, and samples were taken on a regular basis for residual LAS assessment. The first-order kinetic model gave the best fit to the rate of LAS decomposition, with the highest rate coefficient of 10.44 x 10-2 hour-1. This was achieved by using a 20% v/v inoculum for the initial low concentration of LAS, resulting in the highest decomposition efficiency of 89.4% after 24 hours of incubation. The decomposition rate was slower at the high LAS concentrations than at the low concentrations. The inoculum acclimation increased the decomposition rate for the high LAS concentrations. The results of this study show great potential for the bioremediation of LAS detergent waste using commercial inoculum in a well-shaped batch bioreactor.
The Use of Papaya Seeds (Carica papaya L.) as a Biocoagulant in the Dairy Industry Liquid Waste Treatment Process with the Coagulation-Flocculation Method Riananda, Zavira; Wirosoedarmo, Ruslan; Suharto, Bambang
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 19, No 1 (2024): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan (June 2024 )
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23955/rkl.v19i1.33175

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Dairy industry discharges wastewater characterized by high values of Total Suspended Solid and turbidity. The waste is commonly processed using chemical coagulants which negatively impact humans health and the environment. Papaya seeds can be used as a coagulant as their positively charged proteins that can bind the negatively charged particles allowing the resulting floc to settle and clear water to be obtained. The goals of this study are to determine the characteristics of the dairy industry wastewater before and after flocculation coagulation, the characteristics papaya seed biocoagulant, the effect of the biocoagulants dosses, particle sizes, and stirring speed on the turbidity and the Total Suspended Solid of the dairy industry wastewater, and the performance of the biocoagulants in processing the dairy industry waste using Sludge Volume Index and Sludge Mass. The treatments applied in this research are in terms of doses (250 mg, 500 mg, and 750 mg), particle sizes (60,120, and 230 mesh), fast stirring speeds (120 rpm, 180rpm, 200 rpm for 1 minute), and slow stirring speeds (10 rpm, 30rpm, and 50 rpm for 20 minutes) all of which were expected to reduce the wastes turbidity and the number of Total Suspended Solid. This study finds that the treatment with the highest reduction of Total Suspended Solid is D3P3KP2, which decreased turbidity from 754 NTU to 92 NTU. The treatment with the highest reduction of Total Suspended Solid was D3P3KP2 which decrease the Total Suspended Solid from 124 mg/L to 79 mg/L. The performance of the papaya seed biocoagulant of D3P3KP2 treatment is considered good as the acquired highest value of the Sludge Volume Index is 83.13 ml/g and as the procured lowest value of the Sludge Mass is 81.48%.
Synthesis of Zeolite from Fly Ash and Bottom Ash and Application for Biodiesel Transesterification Putri, Rika; Goembira, Fadjar; Ulfah, Maria; Andrifar, Muhammad; Yuliarningsih, Rati; Aziz, Rizki
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 19, No 1 (2024): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan (June 2024 )
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23955/rkl.v19i1.33921

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Burning coal in a Coal-Fired Power Plant produces by-products like fly ash and bottom ash. Zeolite synthesized from the ash in Teluk Sirih Coal-Fired Power Plant was applied as a catalyst in the biodiesel transesterification reaction. Zeolite synthesis used the hydrothermal method with acid pretreatment. The operating conditions for fly ash zeolite are a 2.4-molar ratio SiO2/Al2O3 and a crystallization time of 6 hours. The bottom ash zeolite used a 2.0-molar ratio SiO2/Al2O3 and a crystallization time of 8 hours. The performance test of the synthesized catalyst was carried out in the transesterification reaction using waste cooking oil as a raw material with a free fatty acid content of 0.7%. The synthesized catalyst was characterized using x-ray diffraction, scanning electron microscope, and Bruneuer-emmet-teller. The biodiesel with the highest yield was analyzed based on SNI 7182: 2015. The synthesis results of the catalyst produced type A zeolite, shown by the typical X-ray diffraction pattern and supported by the morphological test results using a cube-shaped. The surface area of zeolite fly ash and bottom ash is 12.87 m2/g and 5.13 m2/g. The test showed fly ash zeolite had the highest biodiesel yield of 89.66%. Based on the characterization using SNI 7182: 2015, the color and free glycerol met the standards, while density 40 C, kinematic viscosity 40 C, acid number, total glycerol, methyl ester content, and water content did not meet the standards.
Utilization of Waste Banana Peels and Corn Cobs as Substrates in Neurospora sitophila Fermentation for Production of Natural Yellow Dyes Ramadhani, Aida Nur; Ruwaidah, Listia Aulia; Rahman, Halimah Madania; Nisa, Nadya Khoirun; Septiya, Intan; Kwartiningsih, Endang
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 19, No 1 (2024): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan (June 2024 )
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23955/rkl.v19i1.33570

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In the current situation, biomass gasification has become a major interest in producing clean energy and green chemicals. By gasification, the biomass can be converted to synthetic gas (syngas) for many purposes. However, syngas with high tar content can cause pipeline fouling and disturb the operation of downstream equipment. To reduce tar content, a two-series wet scrubber was installed for syngas cleaning produced by palm kernel shell gasification. Firstly, the gasification is operated at a temperature range of 500 600oC and 700 800oC to determine the conditions where the lowest tar syngas is produced. After that, the wet scrubber is installed with a variety of solvents including isopropyl alcohol, water, used cooking oil, and used lubricating oil. The results show that the lowest tar syngas was produced at a temperature of 800oC with a tar yield of 0.165 g/kg biomass. Meanwhile, in the same condition, isopropyl alcohol delivers the most substantial impact on tar removal efficiency, whereas used lubricating oil results in less impact. The use of isopropyl alcohol resulted in 99.25% tar removal effectiveness while lubricating oil yielded just 50.32%.
Enhancing Diatomaceous Earth Characteristics for Adsorption of Heavy Metals from Acid Mine Drainage: The Impact of Dual Activation Process Muksin, Chalid; Mulana, Farid; Nasrullah, Nasrullah; Azwar, Azwar; Ambarita, Aulia Chintia; Aulia, Muhammad Prayogie
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 19, No 1 (2024): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan (June 2024 )
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23955/rkl.v19i1.33000

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This study investigates the effects of dual activation methods, including physical and chemical processes, on the characteristics of diatomaceous earth (DE) for the purpose of controlling heavy metal concentration in acid mine drainage. The DE is subjected to physical activation through calcination at 750 oC for 60 minutes, followed by chemical activation using 1N HCl at 80 oC for 24 hours under magnetic stirring. The resulting adsorbent is then characterized using XRD, SEM-EDX, and BET instruments. The analysis reveals that the dual activation methods increase the silica content and eliminate impurities in the DE, leading to a more amorphous structure with decreased crystallinity. The physical activation increases the surface area, while the dual activation process reduces the surface area and increases pore size. These findings provide valuable insights into the adsorption capacity of DE for reducing heavy metals in acid mine drainage.
Tar Removal of Palm Kernel Shell Syngas using Wet Scrubber Putro, Firman Asto; Pranolo, Sunu Herwi; Waluyo, Joko; Basworo, Agung Tri; Norman, Hafiz; Kristiani, Anis; Hidayati, Luthfiana Nurul
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 19, No 1 (2024): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan (June 2024 )
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23955/rkl.v19i1.33341

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In the current situation, biomass gasification has become a major interest in producing clean energy and green chemicals. By gasification, the biomass can be converted to synthetic gas (syngas) for many purposes. However, syngas with high tar content can cause pipeline fouling and disturb the operation of downstream equipment. To reduce tar content, a two-series wet scrubber was installed for syngas cleaning produced by palm kernel shell gasification. Firstly, the gasification is operated at a temperature range of 500 600oC and 700 800oC to determine the conditions where the lowest tar syngas is produced. After that, the wet scrubber is installed with a variety of solvents including isopropyl alcohol, water, used cooking oil, and used lubricating oil. The results show that the lowest tar syngas was produced at a temperature of 800oC with a tar yield of 0.165 g/kg biomass. Meanwhile, in the same condition, isopropyl alcohol delivers the most substantial impact on tar removal efficiency, whereas used lubricating oil results in less impact. The use of isopropyl alcohol resulted in 99.25% tar removal effectiveness while lubricating oil yielded just 50.32%.
Extraction of Tannin from Jamblang Leaves (Syzigium cumini) with Ethanol Solvent to Reduce Phenols in Phenol-Formaldehyde in Wood Adhesives Aprilia, Sri; Bakar, Abu; Fajria, Gebrina Rezky; Yuni, Elza; Amin, Amri; Fitriani, Fitriani; Bilad, Muhammad Roil
Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan Vol 19, No 1 (2024): Jurnal Rekayasa Kimia & Lingkungan (June 2024 )
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.23955/rkl.v19i1.27953

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Phenol formaldehyde is one of the adhesives often used in wood processing, such as panels, particle boards, fiberboards, plywood, and others. However, the implementation of phenol formaldehyde adhesive has been greatly limited because of its non-renewability and toxicity. Modifying phenol formaldehyde adhesives is needed to reduce formaldehyde emission by adding tannin to the adhesive mixture. This study aims to extract tannin compounds from Java plum leaves with ethanol as a solvent for adhesive mixture. The adhesive implementation on plywood was also prepared, with various tannin content in the range of 10%-50%. The obtained data from tannin extraction from Java plum leaves are tannin yield, functional groups, total phenolic content, viscosity, and compressive test on plywood. The highest tannin yield and content are 46.70% and 27.88 mg/L, respectively, obtained at the weight ratio 1:5. At the same time, products of tannin-phenol formaldehyde have a viscosity as SNI 1987 standards for wood adhesives, namely in the range of 0.68-0.71 poise, while the result of the compressive strength is in the range of 0.02-0.05 N/mm2 and has met the requirement of SNI 1998 standards. Therefore, the tannin from Java plum leaves is a promising substitution of phenol in phenol formaldehyde in some aspects of the wood processing industry.

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