Continuous, hygienic, and energy-efficient separation for distilleries; recover liquor, reduce waste, and improve sustainability.
Distilleries generate large volumes of solids-laden by-products such as stillage, spent grains, and lees. Managing these materials effectively is vital for efficiency and sustainability, many facilities still rely on outdated or manual systems that:
- Operate in batches, slowing production.
- Leave high moisture in solids, increasing disposal or drying costs.
- Lose valuable product trapped in by-product streams.
- Suffer from fouling, cleaning downtime, and inconsistent performance.
These challenges lead to higher operating costs, greater waste volumes, and reduced yield. A continuous, automated separation system can transform stillage and lees handling; improving recovery, reliability, and environmental performance.
Our Solution:
- 4B Automation & 4B Systems supplies Distillery Decanter Centrifuge Systems using Alfa Laval’s industry-leading Foodec™ decanter technology.
- These fully automated systems deliver continuous, high-efficiency solid–liquid separation across distillery operations, including stillage processing, wash clarification, and lees recovery. Alfa Laval’s design ensures high torque handling, adjustable pond depth, and optimal dryness for solids discharge; while preserving product integrity and aroma.
- Each module is skid-built, automated, and designed for energy efficiency. With integrated controls and real-time performance monitoring, these centrifuges provide stable operation and reduced maintenance. Backed by local expertise from 4B Automation & 4B Systems, they offer reliable separation and sustainable operation for whisky, rum, brandy, and other spirit producers.
Key Features / Capabilities
Custom-Built for Distillery Operations:
Sized for your stillage flow, solids content, and process throughput.
Real-Time Monitoring:
Tracks torque, bowl speed, differential, feed rate, and separation performance.
Modular / Skid-Mounted Design:
Compact and preassembled for quick installation and scalability.
Fully Automated Operation:
Controls for feed rate, discharge, and CIP cycles ensure consistent performance.
Performance Data & Analytics:
Logs yield, solids dryness, clarified liquor quality, and energy usage.
Energy Efficiency:
Incorporates Alfa Laval PowerTubes™ and optimised scroll drives for reduced energy draw.
Adjustable Pond Control (PondCtrl™):
Enables dynamic optimisation of pond depth during operation.
Hygienic Stainless-Steel Design:
All wetted parts made from stainless steel for cleanability and corrosion resistance.
Maintainable Construction:
Spring-assisted covers (EasyLift™) for fast access and simplified cleaning.
Locally Supported:
Integrated and supported locally by 4B Automation & 4B Systems.
