Flottweg separators
for 3-phase separation

Optimum separation and discharge of two liquids and a solid phase
High-quality, durable and efficient separators - Made in Germany
Patented Soft Shot® FLEX system for low-noise and efficient solids discharge

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Separation down to the last drop

Separators for separating liquids

If two liquids have to be separated, purifiers (3-phase separators, purifiers) are usually used. They separate liquid phases of different densities from each other and simultaneously separate the remaining fine solid residues. Decades of experience and a quality made in Germany make Flottweg separators high-quality, durable and efficient.

Due to their special configuration, Flottweg purifier separators are optimally configured for the separation and discharge of two liquids and one solid phase. The 3-phase separator offers optimized flow conditions within the bowl to ensure maximum separation efficiency. Also with this disk separator, the discharge of solids is hardly audible.

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Application areas for Flottweg 3-phase separators

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Fats, oils, biofuels

In the production of oils and fats, separators refine the end product or support the production of biodiesel.

To fats, oils, biofuels

How the 3-phase separator operates

The product to be clarified runs through a stationary inlet pipe into the interior of the bowl and is gently accelerated to full speed by the distributor. The disc stack in the bowl divides the product stream into many thin layers, thus creating a large surface area. Within the disc stack, the liquid mixture is separated and the solids are discharged.

The liquid phases separated by centrifugal force are discharged from the bowl under pressure via two centripetal pumps. Due to the strong centrifugal force, the separated solids settle at the edge of the bowl. The separated solids are expelled periodically at full speed by a hydraulic system located in the lower part of the bowl.

Liquid gold from Andalusia

Over 90 percent of all olives are harvested in the Mediterranean region. One of the most important cultivation areas is Andalusia. Flottweg machines are in use in many companies in the southern Spanish region, for example at Virgen del Voto SL in the city of Bujalance.

In order to obtain the "liquid gold" in the highest purity, the manufacturer relies on Flottweg separator technology for oil clarification and refinement.

Flottweg separation technology for olive oil production at Virgen del Voto S L

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Flottweg AC series purifier separator

AC1000

Dimensions [mm/ft]*	1200x700x1100 / 3,77x2,3x3,44
Weight [kg/lb]*	390 / 858

AC1200

Dimensions [mm/ft]*	1200x900x1300 / 3,81x2,95x4,2
Weight [kg/lb]*	820 / 1804

AC1500

Dimensions [mm/ft]*	1600x1100x1600 / 5,04x3,64x5,28
Weight [kg/lb]*	1550 / 3410

AC1700

Dimensions [mm/ft]*	‍1400 x 1000 x 1400 / 4,48 x 3,29 x 4,01
Weight [kg/lb]*	1300 / 2860

AC2000

Dimensions [mm/ft]*	1600x1200x1800 / 5,18x3,81x5,74
Weight [kg/lb]*	2900 / 6380

AC2500

* The values are approximate and may differ from the actual values.
Dimensions [mm/ft]*	2100x1300x2000 / 6,82x4,36x6,46
Weight [kg/lb]*	3750 / 8250

Features for process optimization

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Soft Shot® FLEX

The solids discharge of a Flottweg separator is performed by the patented Flottweg Soft Shot® FLEX discharge system. The system allows a precise and user-defined combination of partial and full emptying. Depending on the products to be processed and the consistency of the solids, the type of discharge can be adjusted to ensure highly efficient operation. Further information about the system can be found here:

Soft Shot® FLEX

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Centripetal Pump

The centripetal pump ensures optimum discharge of the clarified liquids from the centrifuge. It discharges the clarified liquid under pressure from the separator bowl and prevents the product from foaming. Further information:

Centripetal Pump

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Lubrication system

A lubrication circulation system ensures fully automatic lubrication of the bowl spindle bearings. It lubricates the bearings regularly with an optimum oil quantity. This enables precise and speed-independent lubrication. Further information:

Separator lubrication system

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Disc stack

The actual splitting up of the liquid mixture takes place in the separator bowl disc stack. The disc stack consists of a large number of vertically arranged conical individual discs. The disc stack increases the clarifying area in the separator bowl and thereby the separation efficiency. Further information on the disc stack can be found here:

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InGo

The Flottweg separators are controlled by our InGo operating philosophy. It enables optimum interaction of all process components and shows all important process parameters at a glance. Further information on the user interface can be found here:

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