Boost wort recovery, reduce turbidity, and accelerate your brewing cycle; with a smart, integrated whirlpool clarification solution.
In brewing, wort separation is a critical stage where clarity and efficiency directly affect beer quality and production speed. Traditional whirlpool tanks depend on gravity settling and time; leading to:
- Product losses from residual trub and hop material.
- Longer whirlpool drain times, slowing down brewhouse throughput.
- Variable wort quality, including solids carryover and haze.
- Excessive water and energy consumption during flushing and reprocessing.
- Limited consistency and control, especially at high solids or hop loads.
These challenges cost time, energy, and yield; reducing both profitability and production capacity.
Our Solution:
- 4B Automation & 4B Systems delivers the Whirlpool / Wort Clarification System (IWS); a modular, automation-ready solution that transforms wort recovery and clarity.
- This system integrates a decanter centrifuge loop with your existing whirlpool tank, continuously separating solids and returning clarified wort to the vessel.
- The result is cleaner wort, faster cycle times, and greater yield consistency; without additional dilution or loss.
- Built on Alfa Laval’s proven decanter and brewing separation technology, this system delivers reliable, energy-efficient clarification. Combined with 4B Automation & 4B Systems’ local engineering, automation, and service expertise, it provides a complete turnkey solution for brewhouses seeking smarter wort management and control.
Key Features / Capabilities
 Real-Time Monitoring:Â
 Continuous tracking of flow, turbidity, trub load, and decanter performance.
Compact Modular Layout:
Skid-built decanter loop integrates seamlessly with existing systems.
Automated Operation:Â
Includes CIP interfacing, flow balancing, and automatic discharge control.
Remote Support & Diagnostics:
Predictive maintenance, remote fault detection, and live alerts.
Performance Data Logging:
Tracks wort recovery, cycle time, yield gains, and energy usage.
Energy Efficiency:
Reduces pumping, water use, and heat loss through cleaner, faster cycles.
Gentle Product Handling:
Maintains flavour and aroma integrity by minimising oxidation and stress.
Local Integration & Support:Â
 Installed, automated, and maintained by 4B Automation & 4B Systems in partnership with Alfa Laval.
