Gentle, continuous clarification for hard seltzer; maintain brilliance, flavour, and carbonation with efficient disc separation.
In hard seltzer manufacturing, achieving crystal-clear appearance and consistent quality is vital. Even trace amounts of yeast, haze, or particulates can:
- Cloud the product and reduce visual appeal.
- Shorten shelf life and cause flavour instability.
- Overload polishing filters and increase maintenance costs.
- Allow oxygen pickup, leading to oxidation and aroma loss.
Settling or manual filtration methods are slow, inconsistent, and prone to product loss. Producers need a hygienic, automated separation system that secures clarity, stability, and flavour integrity; while maintaining throughput and energy efficiency.
Our Solution:
- 4B Automation & 4B Systems offers Hard Seltzer Centrifugal Separator Systems using Alfa Laval’s Brew and Clara series; engineered for beverage-grade clarification with exceptional control and hygiene.
- These separators continuously remove fine solids and yeast from seltzer streams while maintaining low oxygen levels and COâ‚‚ retention. Using hermetic, bottom-fed designs, Alfa Laval separators ensure gentle handling, protecting carbonation and freshness.
- Each system is skid-mounted, PLC-controlled, and fully automated with real-time monitoring, recipe management, and optional remote diagnostics. Integrated seamlessly into your production line, these units deliver consistent clarity, reduced waste, and stable long-term performance; supported locally by 4B Automation & 4B Systems.
Key Features / Capabilities
Custom-Built Configuration:
Sized for your flow rates, product type, and clarity specifications.
Real-Time Monitoring:
Continuous tracking of flow, torque, and separator status.
User-Configurable Recipes:
Adjust separation settings for base seltzers, flavours, or carbonation levels.
Modular / Skid-Built Design:
Compact, preassembled units simplify installation and scaling.
Fully Automated Operation:
 Automatic start-up, discharge, cleaning, and safety interlocks.
Remote Support & Self-Diagnostics:
 Live data access, and predictive maintenance functions.
Performance Data & Analytics:
Monitors throughput, yield, and energy use.
Energy Efficiency:
Optimised bowl design and drive system reduce power draw.
Product Integrity:
Hermetic, low-shear operation prevents oxygen ingress and flavour loss.
Locally Supported:
Locally integrated and supported by 4B Automation and 4B Systems,
Maintainable Design:
CIP-compatible construction, wear-protected internals, and quick access for maintenance.
