4 Things to Consider for More Efficient Centrifuge Separators

When it comes to centrifugal separation, there are numerous ways to increase efficiency and optimize the separation process. We’ve found that by taking the time to analyze your process and identify areas for improvement, businesses see a dramatic improvement to their bottom line.

Here are four things that commonly affect the efficiency of centrifugal separation.

1. Machine Startup and Operation

Routine operational tasks like machine startup and cleaning have an impact on the separation process. If employees are not trained on basic centrifuge principles, it’s likely that your separation process will be inefficient. Employees and business owners alike can benefit from learning how their separators work and how they need to be operated.

2. Flow Rate

While each piece of separation equipment is rated by pounds per hour, actual processing might be much lower. If that’s the case, there’s probably an opportunity to increase the efficiency of your separation process. It’s also worth noting that even if your equipment is processing the correct pounds per hour but the final product is not separated properly, there’s still an opportunity for improvement. For instance, if your dairy separator allows cream to get into the skim. 

3. Valve Adjustments

For optimal separation, valve adjustments may be necessary. Valves help to maintain pressure and control the flow of your product. If valves are not properly set for your product, process, and flow rate, you could be leaving tens of thousands of dollars on the table, annually.

4. Maintenance

Just like with any piece of equipment, maintenance is essential to proper function. If maintenance is ignored or neglected, a machine will continue to function for some period of time, but it will do so at a reduced rate. With centrifugal separators, avoiding maintenance needs can result in the need for expensive service and a dangerous workplace environment.

Here at Separators we have service technicians that provide top-of-the-line centrifuge service to our clients all around the United States. From facilities with a single centrifuge to facilities with 30+ machines running around the clock, we have the resources and experience to help you optimize your separation equipment. And for issues related to but beyond the centrifuge itself, we have our technical service group. If there’s a way to optimize your separation process, they’ll uncover it.