Drum decanting unit for high viscosity liquids
Efficiently decant high viscosity liquids like solvent-based paints and essential oils while minimizing waste with an integrated, self-cleaning system that ensures precision and repeatability in your production line.

Decants and Cleans High-Viscosity Liquids
The Drum Decanting Unit from Adelphi Masterfil is a semi-automatic solution specifically designed for the efficient processing of high-viscosity liquids. It employs a robust decanting system with an output of 195 liters per minute at a viscosity of 1,000 cSt, streamlining operations for chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturers, among others. Ideal for use with 200L drums and 1,000L IBCs, it enhances productivity by tilting near-empty drums for maximum product recovery and uses a self-cleaning lance to minimize downtime. The unit is ATEX compliant for handling flammable substances, ensuring safe operation across various industries. Additionally, it integrates seamlessly into existing production lines with optional weigh-scale systems, while its energy-efficient design contributes to reduced operational costs. Available with stainless steel construction, it offers durability and corrosion resistance, meeting the stringent hygiene requirements for pharmaceutical and food industries.
Benefits
- Increases profitability by minimizing product waste through efficient drum tilting and rinsing.
- Enhances operational efficiency with a high decanting output of 195 liters per minute.
- Reduces cleaning time with an automatic self-cleaning lance system.
- Ensures safe handling of flammable materials with ATEX compliance.
- Offers durable performance suitable for high-viscosity liquid processing across diverse industries.
- Applications
- Personal care,Food,E-liquid,Research,Beverage,Laboratory,Household products,Oil,Cosmetics,Veterinary,Chemical,Lube oil,Agrochemical,Pharmaceutical
- End products
- Animal vaccines,Cooking oils,Detergents,Biological samples,Sunscreen,Engine oils,Liquid medications,Solvent-based paints,Culture media,Shampoo,Herbicides,Liquid nicotine,Fruit juices,Essential oils
- Steps before
- Product preparation,Container positioning
- Steps after
- Product rinsing,Product packaging
- Input ingredients
- 200L drums,1000L IBCs,viscous liquids,hot base oil,flammable products
- Output ingredients
- decanted liquids,cleaned drums,reduced waste,profitability increase
- Market info
- Output Rate
- 50L per min
- Maximum Product Viscosity
- 13,000 Cst
- Maximum Product Temperature
- 100 Celsius
- Ideal Drum Size
- 200L Drums and 1,000L IBC's
- Pump Output
- 195L @ 1000 cSt per minute
- Self-Cleaning Capability
- Rinsing kettle
- Hot Rinsing Medium
- Hot base oil
- Working Mechanism
- Automatic decanting with pump and lance
- Integrated Steps
- Decanting,self-cleaning
- Clean-in-Place (CIP)
- Automatic self-cleaning during rinsing
- Batch vs. Inline Flow
- Batch or inline
- Automation Level
- Manual / Semi-auto
- Changeover Time
- Quick,with self-cleaning
- Safety Compliance
- ATEX compliance optional
- Container Size
- 200L Drums / 1,000L IBC's
- Machine Footprint
- Compact design
- Tank Size
- Rinsing kettle from 500 litres to 1,000 litres
- Feed/Discharge Method
- Drum tilting and decanting pump
- Drum Capacity
- 200L Drums and 1,000L IBCs
- Compliance
- ATEX compliant for flammable products
- Rinsing kettle option
- 500 to 1,000 litres with weigh scale option