Used Alfa Laval Y8 Solid Bowl Decanter Centrifuge – Stainless Steel, 290 RPM, Olive Oil Application

🏢 Manufacturer Information

• Manufacturer: Alfa Laval

• Model: Y8

• Type: Solid Bowl Decanter Centrifuge

• Year of Manufacture: 2010

• Condition: Used

• Previous Use: Olive oil extraction

• Design: Two-phase separation (liquid/solids)

• Mounting: 4-leg base

• Includes: Control panel, casing, gearbox

📄 Product Description

This Used Alfa Laval Y8 Decanter Centrifuge is a robust, two-phase continuous separation unit, engineered for high-efficiency liquid-solid separation. Specifically designed for applications like olive oil production, this model was built in 2010 and features stainless steel product contact surfaces for corrosion resistance and food-grade compliance.

The unit offers a maximum bowl speed of 2,900 RPM, with a single row of lined cake discharge ports to facilitate efficient solids removal. The machine includes a gearbox, outer casing, base, and integrated control panel, all mounted on a sturdy 4-leg frame for reliable and stable operation.

⚙️ Specifications

• Model: Y8

• Manufacturer: Alfa Laval

• Year Built: 2010

• Separation Type: Two-phase (liquid/solids)

• Construction (Contact Areas): Stainless Steel

• Max Bowl Speed: 2,900 RPM

• Discharge Type: Single row of lined cake discharge ports

• Drive System: Includes gearbox

• Mounting: 4-leg base

• Included Components:

  • Base and casing

  • Gearbox

  • Control panel

• Last Application: Olive oil processing

🧪 Applications

Ideal for food and beverage industries and other sectors needing liquid-solid separation:

• Olive oil extraction

• Vegetable oil clarification

• Juice and pulp separation

• Wine and grape must processing

• Dairy and whey treatment

• Nut and seed oil processing

• Essential oil and herbal extract recovery

• Plant-based milk production

• Edible fats and protein slurry separation

• Nutraceutical processing

🔧 What Products Might This Be Used For?

• Olive oil (virgin, extra virgin)

• Grape must and lees

• Avocado or almond oil

• Citrus juice clarification

• Seed oil separation

• Fermentation biomass

• Herbal infusions

• Cold-pressed fruit juices

• Edible oil residues

• Soy, oat, or almond milk pulp