CR series
Alfa Laval CR centrifuges are ideally suited to delicate separation tasks in beverage and citrus processing, such as de-oiling and peel oil recovery. That’s thanks to a unique design, specially tailored to provide high separation performance in three-phase polishing and concentration duties. With Alfa Laval’s unique bottom-fed Hermetic Design, the CR series ensures maximum product recovery combined with the market’s best preservation of volatile aromas.
Concentrator centrifuges for improved yield and quality of citrus oils
- High separation efficiency enables maximum oil recovery, giving you the most from your raw materials
- Gentle processing together with minimized oxidation to preserve the quality of valuable oils
- Hygienic, easy-to-maintain equipment with improved design for cleaning-in-place (CIP)
- Cut your power bill and CO2 footprint with a range of innovations for reduced energy consumption
- Complete plug-and-play, automatic system concept for simple and reliable operation
The right CR to match your capacity demands
If you are looking for a reliable and cost-efficient concentrator or polisher, our separation experts can work with you to find the right CR centrifuge for your needs.
CR 250
- Capacities up to 10 000 l/h for small-to-medium-sized producers
- Skid-mounted separator and system
CR 450
- Capacities up to 16 000 l/h, suitable for mid-sized production
- Separator with complete associated system
CR 750
- Capacities up to 30 000 l/h for large-volume production
- Separator with complete associated system
Complete plug-and-play system scope
The advanced technology of the CR series goes far beyond the centrifuge itself. To make sure you get the best polishing or concentration performance, Alfa Laval can deliver the entire system scope, complete with everything you need to ensure reliable and efficient separation. This includes automation solutions as well as all piping, valves and other relevant process components. For CR 250 models, the complete system is installed on a moveable skid with wheels. CR 450 and 750 models feature components mounted on a self-supporting stainless steel frame.
Ask our separation experts
Curious about the difference an Alfa Laval CR series concentrator centrifuge can make in your production? It comes down to leading technologies that Alfa Laval has developed over decades of separation innovation. Hear from our application experts to learn more.
How can the CR series help me recovery even more peel oil?
The CR series is designed for precision oil recovery from citrus peel—a highly valuable by-product. Operating at high pressure, it ensures minimal loss by clearly separating light and heavy phases. In a real-world case from Sicily, 98% oil recovery was achieved, delivering exceptional return on investment.
For example, with a 20,000 L/h capacity, you can recover up to 100 liters of oil per hour. This means the machine can pay for itself within just a few months. Watch the video.
Why Hermetic Design™ so important for de-oiling and peel oil recovery?
In citrus juice de-oiling, preserving aroma is everything. The CR series uses fully hermetic technology to prevent oxygen from entering the process—protecting the highly volatile essential oils.
By keeping the oil stream sealed off from air, the machine ensures the aroma stays intact. In Italy, this has enabled producers to extract premium-grade bergamot oil, sold directly to the perfume industry at high value. Thanks to the Hermetic Design, nothing is lost—only preserved. Discover how CR delivers quality and profit.
Reduced energy use and improved quality in bergamot oil extraction
Capua 1880 is a family-owned producer of essential oils Reggio Calabria, Italy. Learn what happened when they invested in an Alfa Laval CR 250 for the delicate process of extracting valuable, volatile oils from the precious bergamot fruit.
Other products for citrus processing
Meet the most advanced, most complete portfolio of centrifuges for citrus processing. From patented solutions for continuous pulp removal, to designs for improving quality in juice de-oiling and cold pressed peel polishing, Alfa Laval offers high-end disc stack separation technology for every element of today’s demanding citrus market.
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Test, validate, and scale up your next separation solution
Whether upgrading your production line or running a proof of concept, Alfa Laval helps you choose the right separator solution with confidence. Simply get in touch to arrange a consultation and trial at one of our test centres, or to rent a unit for onsite testing.
Take advantage of Alfa Laval features
All CR models are developed with the benefit of Alfa Laval’s more than 130 years of experience with disc stack separation technology and our deep knowledge of customer processes. Find out how all that expertise has gone into unique features for improved separation performance.
The Separator Innovator
Would you like to know more about our innovations in separation technology? Click on the link below. Alfa Laval invented the first disc stack separator and has led the way in the development of centrifuge technology for over a century. We are glad to share with you the expertise we have gained along the way. Visit our Separator Innovator knowledge base to learn more about advancements in separation and the steps Alfa Laval is taking to continue revolutionizing the technology.
