Remove alcohol efficiently; preserving full flavour, aroma, and mouthfeel with advanced Alfa Laval dealcoholisation technology.
As global demand for low- and non-alcoholic beverages rises, producers must find ways to remove alcohol without affecting product quality. Conventional distillation or stripping methods often:
- Cause flavour and aroma loss from high-temperature exposure.
- Consume large amounts of energy and utilities.
- Lead to yield loss during alcohol separation.
- Deliver inconsistent alcohol removal performance across batches.
- Require complex retrofitting and long downtime during installation.
Producers need a flexible, low-temperature dealcoholisation system that protects the beverage’s original sensory profile while achieving target ABV levels efficiently and reliably.
Our Solution:
- 4B Automation & 4B Systems delivers Alfa Laval Dealcoholisation Modules, designed for breweries, wineries, cider makers, and ready-to-drink beverage producers.
- These modular systems utilise membrane or stripping-column technologies to gently remove alcohol while preserving taste, aroma, and mouthfeel; operating at low pressure and temperature to maintain product integrity.
- Each skid-built module is fully automated, plug-and-play, and can be integrated directly into existing lines.
- With Alfa Laval’s proven design and 4B Automation & 4B Systems’ engineering, automation, and service support, you gain consistent, scalable, and energy-efficient alcohol removal performance.
Key Features / Capabilities
Custom-Engineered Design:Â
 Configured for your specific beverage type, target ABV, and throughput.
Real-Time Monitoring:
Live tracking of temperature, pressure, condensate rates, and product ABV.
Recipe Control:Â
Define and store parameters for different beverage types or target alcohol levels.
Compact, Modular Layout:
Skid-mounted design simplifies integration and scaling.
Fully Automated Operation:
PLC/HMI control manages stripping, circulation, and heat recovery automatically.
Remote Diagnostics & Predictive Maintenance:
Enables remote tuning, fault alerts, and process optimisation.
Energy-efficient Operation:Â
Heat recovery and vapour recovery systems lower utility costs.
Gentle Product Handling:
Maintains original flavour and aroma by avoiding thermal stress.
CIP/SIP-Ready Hygienic Design:Â
Food-grade stainless steel construction for safe, easy cleaning.
Data Logging & Reporting:
Monitor energy consumption, yield, and performance trends.
Local Expertise:Â
 Installed, automated, and supported by 4B Automation & 4B Systems in collaboration with Alfa Laval.
