Industrial centrifuge for beer clarification

Achieve high-clarity beer with minimal oxygen pickup through advanced centrifugation, enhancing flavor stability and efficiency in brewing.

Centrifuges and Clarifies Beer Efficiently

Alfa Laval’s Brew Series is a line of disc stack beer centrifuges designed to enhance brewery operations. These centrifuges provide swift beer clarification and polishing, utilizing a hermetic design that minimizes oxygen pick-up and preserves flavor. Ideal for craft brewers and breweries of all sizes, they efficiently handle a range of beers including IPAs, stouts, lagers, and specialty beers.

Operating on a continuous, high-speed process, these centrifuges support pre-clarification and final conditioning by effectively separating solids and reducing fouling of downstream filters. Models such as the Brew 250 and Brew 750 offer capacities up to 1000 hl/h, ensuring compatibility with both small and large production volumes. Automated control systems featuring Siemens or Allen Bradley allow seamless integration into existing production lines and facilitate real-time adjustments via turbidity measurement and capacity control.

The Brew Series’ energy efficiency and low maintenance costs are bolstered by features like the eDrive and eMotion technologies, contributing to reduced energy consumption. Constructed from high-grade materials for durability and hygiene, these centrifuges include options for continuous improvement through available upgrades. Alfa Laval also offers engineering support and customization to fit specific production needs, making the Brew Series a vital asset for breweries looking to optimize their beer production processes.

Benefits

  • Enhances beer quality by minimizing oxygen exposure and preserving aroma.
  • Increases production capacity with quick turnaround of fermentation tanks.
  • Reduces filter fouling, leading to lower maintenance and operational costs.
  • Saves energy with low power consumption technologies like eDrive and eMotion.
  • Offers flexible integration with existing systems through automated control options.

General


Applications
Beverages,Craft beer,Alcoholic drinks,Brewing,Fermented beverages,Beer,Breweries
End products
Specialty beer,Pilsner,Microbrew,Ipa (indian pale ale),Lager,Amber ale,Pale ale,Belgian beer,Hazy beer,Stout,Barleywine,Saison,Sour beer,Bock,Wheat beer,Porter
Steps before
Pre-clarification,Green beer separation,Hot wort separation
Steps after
Polishing,Beer recovery,Packing,Carbonation
Input ingredients
pre-clarification,green beer,hot wort,beer
Output ingredients
clarified beer,crystal clear beer,hazy beer,concentrated solids
Market info
Alfa Laval is renowned for its expertise in heat transfer, separation, and fluid handling technologies, providing innovative, energy-efficient engineered-to-order solutions for various industries including food, marine, and energy.

Technical Specifications


Capacity
Up to 1000 hl/h
Oxygen Pick-up
Low to zero
Power Consumption
Low
Turbidity Triggering of Solids Discharge
Included in upgraded Plus version
Hermetic Design
Practically zero risk of oxygen pick-up
Automation
Siemens or Allen Bradley
Skid-mounted System
Yes

Operating Characteristics


Working mechanism
Hermetic disc stack centrifuge
Inline vs. batch processing
Inline continuous
Oxygen pick-up control
Minimal to zero
Energy efficiency
Low power consumption
Automation level
Siemens or Allen Bradley Automation
Turbidity control
Capacity control by inlet turbidity
Cleaning method
Hermetic design for cleaner separation
System Flexibility
Plug,Play skid

Material Compatibility


Cleanability
Yes,CIP/SIP compatible
Corrosive resistance (e.g. acids)
Stainless steel construction
Density/particle size
0.5–2.5 g/cm³ / 50–1000 µm

Physical Characteristics


Compact footprint
Skid-mounted separator and system
Control panel type
Siemens or Allen Bradley Automation
Discharge method
Turbidity triggering of solids discharge

Custom Options


Control Automation
Siemens / Allen Bradley
Turbidity measurement system
Available
Capacity control by inlet turbidity
Included in Plus version
Turbidity triggering of solids discharge
Included in Plus version
Hermetic design
Axial hermetic outlet
Plug,Play skid
Available
Siemens Automation
Included
Automation type
Manual / PLC / SCADA
Oxygen control
Low oxygen pick-up – OxyStop seal
EDrive and eMotion
Available in Brew 750e