Used FLOTTWEG horizontal Decanter centrifuge - Year 2022Technical
Specifications & Performance DataThis Flottweg decanter centrifuge is
a two-phase horizontal decanter designed for continuous solid/liquid
separation across demanding process applications. Built in 2022, it
combines robust engineering with a fully integrated process skid to
simplify installation and operation in production environments ranging
from edible oil processing to beverage clarification and industrial
packaging workflows.Manufacturer: FlottwegModel: Z3E-4/401 (variant:
Z3E-4/401 SP 3.09)Type: Two-phase horizontal decanter centrifuge
(continuous solid/liquid separation)Max. bowl speed: 5,250 rpmMax.
sediment density: 1.6 kg/dm³Product temperature range: 0–100
°CInstalled power: 39 kWElectrical supply: 400 V / 50 HzApprox.
weight: 2,300 kgControl interface: Flottweg Automation touchscreen
HMIAdvanced Automation & Control SystemsThe centrifuge features an
integrated Flottweg Automation HMI for intuitive control, recipe
handling, and process monitoring. Electrical integration is
standardized for 400 V, 50 Hz plants, streamlining tie-in with
existing production controls and line PLCs. Operator guidance is clear
and accessible, complemented by safety iconography and machine
interlocks to support safe operations.Touchscreen HMI with process
visualizationStandard 400 V / 50 Hz electrical specificationIntegrated
control cabinet on the process skidAutomation-ready for
upstream/downstream line synchronizationProduction Line Integration
CapabilitiesEngineered for flexible plant integration, this decanter
centrifuge is supplied as a complete process installation with drive
assembly, sanitary stainless-steel piping, pneumatic/manual valves,
food-grade hoses, process instrumentation, compressed air unit, CIP
circuit, vertical multistage pumps, and two expansion vessels. It can
operate as a standalone separation module or be integrated into a
broader used bottling line or second hand industrial packaging line,
supporting beverage production and food-grade processes where reliable
clarification, dewatering, or solids recovery is required.Standalone
or inline operationSanitary piping and food-grade hosework
includedCompressed air unit and CIP circuit on-boardEasy tie-in with
tanks, filters, and packaging machineryMachine Condition & Maintenance
HistoryBuilt in 2022 and supplied as a complete process platform, this
machine is presented in ready-for-operation condition. The inclusion
of auxiliary systems (pumps, valves, CIP, and instrumentation)
supports swift commissioning and minimal downtime during
installation.Operational Performance & VersatilityDesigned for
continuous two-phase separation, the Z3E-4/401 delivers stable
clarification and dewatering performance across a wide product
temperature envelope (0–100 °C). Its hygienic design and sanitary
connections make it well-suited for food and beverage applications,
while the robust drivetrain and bowl design ensure reliable operation
in continuous-duty environments. This flexibility enables efficient
integration with industrial packaging and downstream bottling
equipment where clarified product quality and consistency are
essential.Continuous operation for high uptimeHygienic,
stainless-steel process contactsBroad temperature handling for diverse
productsConsistent separation quality for downstream
processingInstallation Requirements & Site PreparationThe decanter is
supplied as a compact, integrated process platform to simplify site
preparation. Required utilities include a 400 V, 50 Hz electrical
supply and compressed air service for pneumatic actuation. The onboard
CIP circuit facilitates cleaning integration with existing plant
hygiene procedures.Electrical: 400 V / 50 HzUtilities: Compressed air
for valves and controlsProcess: CIP-ready with included circuit and
sanitary pipingSafety Standards & Compliance CertificationThe
centrifuge includes operator safety iconography and an HMI-based
control environment supporting safe start-up, shutdown, and fault
handling. The sanitary construction and enclosed design contribute to
safe and hygienic operations within food and beverage settings.Safety
signage and operator guidanceEnclosed separation areaSanitary,
easy-to-clean process connections