- Highest separation performance with over 12,000 g for the finest particles - Made in Germany
- Available in two basic versions: Clarifier (2-phase) & Separator (3-phase)
- Patented Soft Shot® FLEX system for low-noise and efficient solids discharge
Flottweg Separator
Highest speed for finest substances
Centrifugal separators for clarifying and separating liquids
Flottweg's disc stack centrifuges epitomize German engineering excellence, offering robust purification and clarification for a diverse range of applications. These separators stand out with their impressive centrifugal accelerations of over 12,000 g, optimizing liquid processing beyond the limits of decanter centrifuges. The innovative disc stack design ensures efficient solids separation and maximized liquid phase purity, while the Soft Shot® discharge system guarantees smooth operation with accurate partial and full discharges in any combination. Flottweg's separators are not only powerful, thanks to their three-phase standard motors and belt drives, but also offer flexible speed regulation and efficient lubrication systems for long-term reliability. Safety is paramount, with all components manufactured to withstand the rigors of high-force operations, ensuring a continuously safe separation process. Tailored to meet specific customer requirements, these separators integrate seamlessly into existing systems, marking them as the final stage in a comprehensive purification process.
From algae harvesting to beer clarification and protein extraction: If you want to separate or purify liquids or remove ultra-fine particles you need powerful and robust separators. With their enormous centrifugal acceleration of up to over 12,000 g, Flottweg separators are real purification and clarification all-rounders - highest quality made in Germany.
Where decanter centrifuges reach their performance limits, the use of separators begins. Thanks to their high speeds, they are able to optimally process liquids. Clarifiers (2-phase separation), separate the finest solid particles from a liquid. Purification separator (3-phase separator), separate liquid phases of different densities, and simultaneous removal of solids.
Flottweg separators remain stable even under acceleration forces of over 12,000 g: Their compact, robust design ensures smooth running and simplifies maintenance. The number of wear parts and seals is reduced to a minimum, reducing downtime and operating costs. The patented Soft Shot® FLEX discharging system is the absolute highlight: it is probably the most flexible and quietest discharging system on the market.
In addition, Flottweg's know-how as a system partner is of great importance, as separators are often the last stage in an extensive separation process. They are often combined with an upstream decanter or Tricanter®. Flottweg customizes the process to the customer's requirements and also finds the best possible separator solution that can be integrated into existing piping and plant systems.
Flottweg disc stack separators are available in two basic designs and are suitable for a wide range of applications:
How the Flottweg separator works
The product to be clarified runs through an infeed pipe into the interior of the bowl. This is where the distributor gently accelerates the product to full speed. The disk pack in the bowl divides the product stream into many thin layers, thereby creating a large surface area. The centrifugal force within the disk pack causes the solids to separate from the liquid and settle to the edge of the bowl.
A hydraulic system in the lower part of the bowl periodically ejects the separated solid particles at maximum speed. Subsequently, the clarified liquid is discharged under pressure via an impeller. If a purification separator is used, the liquid phase is separated into its light and heavy phases within the disk pack. Solids discharge is performed in parallel.
Product features
Flottweg separators combine numerous sophisticated components to deliver maximum flexibility in product processing and excellent separation results. With their innovative construction and intelligent design, they provide an efficient solution tailored to our customers' needs that maximizes operational success.
Soft Shot® Flex – the quietest and most flexible discharge system on the market
Flottweg’s patented Soft Shot® FLEX technology enables flexible and precise adjustment of the emptying process, resulting in higher productivity and optimized energy efficiency. With individually adjustable combinations of full and partial discharges, operation remains consistently productive while reducing energy consumption and costs:
- Minimal noise: Greater employee comfort thanks to silent discharge
- Any emptyingsequence is possible: Tailored to your product for maximum yield
- Variable, partial,and full discharge: Perfect adjustment for increased productivity
- Speed-independent: The same separation results are achieved at lower speeds, with lower energy consumption
- Increased dry matter content: Very short and precise emptying times for higher yield and less product waste
Automation and control system – Intelligent Process Control
With state-of-the-art automation technology, Flottweg offers complete and intuitive process control. The storage and easy selection of recipes facilitate consistent quality and prevent operating errors:
- Intuitive recipe management: Optimized recipes, selectable with two clicks, save time and ensure consistent results
- Completely automated: Minimizes operator errors and increases process safety
- Plug & Play: Perfect coordination between skid, control system, and machine for a smooth production start
Flottweg Longlife Concept – Consistent design following our simple and smart approach
The Flottweg Longlife Concept maximizes the service life and operational reliability of our separators while keeping operating costs to a minimum. Low-wear components, an automated lubrication system, and extensive monitoring devices ensure reliable long-term operation and reduce maintenance and spare parts costs:
- Inlet system with non-contact seals: Less wear, lower maintenance costs
- Minimal number of wear parts: Lower spare parts costs and thus lower operating costs
- Compact assemblies: Facilitate quick and easy maintenance
- Efficient beltdrive: Highly energy efficiency without additional cooling
- Standard drivemotor: Easily sourced spare parts and uncomplicated repairs are possible
- Safety & Solutions: Monitoring of temperature, speed, and vibration for increased process safety.
- Hygienic design & CIP capability: Hygienic design, fully automatic cleaning.
The Little Atlantique Brewery in Nantes, France uses the AC1700 separator from Flottweg for beer clarification.
Passion for fresh beer, brewing craftsmanship and creativity – this is what the French brewery Little Atlantique in Nantes stands for. Together with the use of a Flottweg separator and the integrated Flottweg recipe control, the brewery has made its processes more efficient and saved costs.
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