ICM has signed a new agreement with Little Sioux Corn Processors to install ICM’s proprietary FOT Oil Recovery system at the company’s 170 MMgy ethanol plant in Marcus, Iowa. The project includes engineering, equipment procurement, and construction, with completion targeted for the first quarter of 2026.
FOT Oil Recovery is ICM’s proprietary two-step separation technology that improves solids-liquid separation after distillation. It includes a dedicated solids-washing step that significantly boosts the amount of distillers corn oil available for recovery, ensuring oil remains accessible throughout the process rather than being lost in the wet cake.
The system has now been successfully deployed at several ethanol facilities across the U.S., and ICM is proud to see reliable, high-impact results and positive customer feedback.
Nick Bowdish, president and CEO of Little Sioux Corn Processors, explained what led the company to select the FOT Oil Recovery system for this project. “We know FOT Oil Recovery is a proven technology because our team is already operating it successfully at our Atlantic, Iowa and Jackson, Nebraska facilities. ICM’s execution capability, from design through startup, has been dependable. We also value that this system comes with no ongoing royalty fees. This gave us confidence that FOT Oil Recovery is the right fit for our Marcus plant.”
Chris Mitchell, president and CEO of ICM, emphasized the collaboration and field-proven results. “We’re excited to support Little Sioux with a solution that continues to meet and exceed performance expectations. FOT Oil Recovery helps producers capture more value, and we look forward to seeing this system deliver results for their team
