AFPX
Alfa Laval AFPX protein separators are engineered for the meat and fish processing sectors, purifying and boosting the recovery of valuable protein fractions, fats, and oils. These robust, high-performance protein centrifuges are specifically built for demanding separation tasks, meeting the food industry's tough requirements and exceptionally high hygiene standards. With an AFPX separator, achieve outstanding, high-quality fats and oils, often with 99.7% purity.
Experience the benefits of AFPX protein separator, achieving high efficiency in animal protein and fat separation
- Easy to operate and maintain. Automated operation for consistent and efficient performance
- Excellent wear and corrosion resistance
- Maximized uptime which ensures increased yield
- Cleaning in place (CIP) facility to keep the costs down
- High solids handling capacity with maximum flow rate
Tailored for your specific needs
Built with flexibility in mind, each AFPX separator unit can be configured in one of three modes — concentrator, purifier, or skimmer — depending on the feed composition and process requirements. This adaptability makes it a perfect fit across a wide range of applications in the animal and fish processing industries.
What sets the AFPX centrifuge apart in fat, oil & protein separation?
The AFPX protein centrifuge is designed to handle intermittent solids discharge while separating immiscible liquid phases with different densities. It’s ideal for processing fish press water, stick water, and extracts, as well as purifying fish oil, liver oil, animal fat, and peel oil. Versatile and efficient, it’s a reliable solution for fat, oil, and protein recovery across animal and marine processing industries.
Service
Extending the performance of your equipment
Our dedicated global service network supports you with parts and expertise, wherever you are, whenever you need it. By ensuring greater uptime, availability, and optimization, we help bring you peace of mind and maximize your return on investment. We can work with you to integrate our services into a Performance Agreement for predictable and worry-free operations.

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.
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.

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