Deliver premium clarity and stability in olive oils; high-performance centrifugal separators designed for gentle polishing and consistent quality.
- After initial extraction using a decanter centrifuge, olive oils often retain fine particles, moisture, and colloidal haze. These residuals can reduce clarity, compromise shelf life, increase downstream filtration costs, and affect flavour and aroma.
- Traditional clarification systems may lack the speed, hygiene, or handling needed for premium oil production. Producers need a high-efficiency, low-shear polishing separator that continuously removes fine impurities; improving yield, colour, and clarity without damaging delicate components.
Our solution:
- 4B Automation & 4B Systems supplies and integrates Alfa Laval disc-stack centrifugal separators specifically designed for olive oil clarification and polishing.
- These separators work downstream of decanters (such as Alfa Laval’s X-Series or Foodec units), removing fine solids, moisture, and emulsified impurities to achieve superior clarity and flavour.
- Built on Alfa Laval’s globally proven edible-oil technology, the separators combine gentle product handling with energy efficiency and hygienic construction. They are ideal for premium extra-virgin, cold-pressed, or refined olive oils requiring consistent quality.
Key Features / Capabilities
High-Efficiency Clarification:
Removes ultra-fine solids, haze, and emulsions from oil after decanter separation.
Gentle Handling:
Hermetic or semi-hermetic feed design reduces oxidation and protects delicate flavours and nutrients.
Continuous Operation:
Ensures consistent polishing performance and reduced process interruption.
Automation & Monitoring:
Real-time control of bowl speed, discharge intervals, vibration, and flow rate for optimal performance.
Compact, Skid-Mounted Design:
Easy to integrate into existing extraction or refining systems.
Hygienic Construction:
All stainless steel with CIP-ready internals and food-grade sealing materials.
Energy-Efficient Performance:
Optimised bowl geometry reduces power consumption while maintaining high throughput.
Remote Support & Diagnostics:
Enables proactive maintenance and performance tracking.
