Decanter Centrifuge for Fruit Juice Processing
Description
The Decanter Centrifuge for Fruit Juice Processing is designed for continuous solid-liquid separation in fruit and beverage production, including juice clarification, pulp separation, and fruit residue dewatering.
It efficiently separates suspended pulp, fiber, and solid particles from fruit juice, helping improve juice clarity, increase product recovery, and reduce material loss during processing.
Typical Applications
- Fruit juice clarification
- Citrus pulp separation
- Fruit puree solid-liquid separation
- Apple juice processing
- Berry juice processing
- Vegetable juice clarification
- Fruit residue dewatering
- Juice by-product recovery
Fruit Juice Processing Separation Challenges
High Fiber Content
Fruit materials often contain fiber, pulp, and suspended solids that affect juice clarity.
Product Loss
Traditional separation methods may cause juice loss during pulp and residue handling.
Continuous Production Requirements
Industrial juice plants require stable and continuous processing.
Product Quality Control
Efficient separation is needed to maintain consistent juice quality and reduce suspended solids.
Fruit Juice Separation Solution
Fruit Pulp / Juice Mixture
→ Controlled Feeding System
→ Decanter Centrifuge
→ Clarified Juice + Concentrated Fruit Residue
Clarified Juice → Further Processing / Packaging
Fruit Residue → Recovery / Further Utilization
Peony Can Provide
- Fruit juice separation evaluation
- Decanter centrifuge selection
- Juice clarification solution
- Fruit residue dewatering system
- Food-grade material configuration
- Wear-resistant scroll protection
- PLC automatic control system
- Integration with fruit processing lines
How the Decanter Centrifuge Works
1. Fruit Juice Feeding
Fruit juice containing pulp and suspended solids enters the rotating bowl through a controlled feeding system.
2. Solid Separation
Under centrifugal force, pulp particles and fibers move toward the bowl wall and form a concentrated solids layer.
3. Juice Clarification
Separated juice remains in the inner liquid zone and moves toward the clarified liquid area.
4. Residue Conveying
The scroll continuously transports concentrated fruit residue toward the discharge end.
5. Separate Discharge
Clarified juice and concentrated fruit residue are continuously separated for further processing.
Technical Parameter
| Model |
Diameter (mm) |
Length (mm) |
Length-to-diameter rate |
G force |
Max solid discharge (m³/h) |
Weight (kg) |
Dimension (L*W*H) (mm) |
| PDC-10 |
250 |
1000 |
4 |
4080 |
0.4 |
1000 |
2410*800*1080 |
| PDC-12 |
4200 |
1350 |
4 |
3500 |
0.6 |
1200 |
2610*800*1080 |
| PDC-12 |
4200 |
1350 |
4.5 |
3180 |
1.2 |
1800 |
3495*840*1180 |
| PDC-18 |
4000 |
1600 |
4.5 |
3180 |
1.2 |
3200 |
3497*1020*1385 |
| PDC-18 |
450 |
2150 |
4 |
2500 |
2 |
3800 |
4447*1080*1385 |
| PDC-20 |
400 |
2250 |
4.5 |
2500 |
3.5 |
4000 |
4580*1140*1470 |
| PDC-21 |
530 |
2280 |
4.3 |
2500 |
5 |
5000 |
4924*1170*1540 |
| PDC-26 |
655 |
2800 |
4.3 |
2270 |
8 |
7000 |
4300*1900*1350 |
Main Advantages
Improved Juice Clarity
Efficient removal of pulp and suspended particles improves juice quality.
Higher Product Recovery
Continuous separation helps recover more valuable juice from fruit materials.
Continuous Operation
The decanter centrifuge supports stable operation for large-scale fruit processing.
Reduced Waste Generation
Fruit residues are concentrated for easier handling or further utilization.
Food-Grade Configuration
Materials and sealing designs can be customized according to food processing requirements.
What Data Is Needed for Selection?
Please provide:
- Fruit type
- Feed capacity
- Solid content
- Particle size
- Juice viscosity
- Fiber content
- Processing temperature
- Required juice clarity
- Target residue moisture
- Operating hours
FAQ
Why use a decanter centrifuge for fruit juice processing?
A decanter centrifuge provides continuous separation of pulp and suspended solids while improving juice recovery.
What fruit materials can be processed?
It can process citrus, apples, berries, grapes, and other fruit-based liquid-solid mixtures.
Can it handle high-fiber fruit pulp?
Yes. The adjustable differential speed and torque control allow processing of high-fiber materials.
Does it affect juice quality?
Proper separation settings help improve clarity while maintaining valuable liquid recovery.
Can it operate continuously?
Yes. The decanter centrifuge is designed for continuous feeding, separation, and residue discharge.
Contact Peony for Partnership
Peony cooperates with fruit processing plants, beverage manufacturers, food equipment suppliers, EPC contractors, and process partners.
We also welcome qualified global agents and local partners for industrial separation solutions.
Contact us with your material characteristics and processing requirements to explore long-term cooperation opportunities.
