Clara series
From compact modules to large industrial systems, the Alfa Laval Clara clarifier centrifuge series covers the widest range of clarification tasks. Clara clarifier separators offer proven performance worldwide in pharmaceutical, fermentation, and food and beverage applications. Innovative features ensure high quality and profitability for any business.
Experience the benefits of Clara series – efficient, high-performance clarifier centrifuges
- High separation efficiency and minimal product loss, allowing you to get the most from your production
- Unique solutions for gentle fluid acceleration that preserves shear-sensitive particles
- Innovative methods for preserving volatile flavours and aromas in food and beverage processing
- Complete plug-and-play systems that enable simple, quick and cost-efficient installation
- Reduced OPEX thanks to low power consumption and a design that is easy to operate and maintain
The Clara clarifier centrifuge series is ideal for a wide range of clarification needs across various industries. Common applications include the clarification of white grape must, young and mature wines, tea and coffee extracts, fruit and vegetable juices, micro-algae, bacteria, yeast, and more. Its versatility makes it a reliable choice for producers seeking efficient, high-quality separation in both food and industrial processes.
Innovative features of Clara series
Hermetic Design™
Clara series separators with Alfa Laval Hermetic Design™ deliver smooth flow, high product quality, and up to 60% lower power consumption. The airtight design prevents oxygen pickup, reduces shear, and ensures optimal process control. It also improves CIP efficiency by ensuring full contact with all product-wetted parts.
eMotion™
Alfa Laval eMotion™ is a unique energy-saving module, available as an add-on for many of Alfa Laval’s separators. By creating a near-vacuum around the separator bowl, eMotion™ reduces air friction enough to improve energy efficiency with up to 25%. There are additional benefits of eMotion™, such as reduced noise levels, lower cooling requirements, and improved cleanability.
Complete plug-and-play system scope
The advanced technology of the Clara series goes beyond the centrifuge itself. To ensure optimal clarification performance, Alfa Laval provides complete system solutions—including automation, piping, valves, and all essential process components. For smaller Claras clarifier centrifuges, the complete system is installed on a moveable skid with wheels. Larger systems feature components mounted on a self-supporting stainless steel frame.
Optiwia™: upgrade for water efficiency
Alfa Laval Optiwia™ is a standalone, plug-and-play water-saving upgrade for beverage production separators, designed to reduce water consumption by up to 70%. By reusing water for cooling, Optiwia minimizes costs, improves efficiency, and supports sustainable beverage production. Easy to install without needing connection to the control system, it ensures constant water pressure and solves yeast discharge issues. Upgrade to Optiwia for a smarter, greener, and more cost-effective beverage process.
Our top-fed range
Alfa Laval’s range of top-fed separators has a number of features enhancing quality. A special disc inlet design enables very gentle acceleration of the feed, and hydrohermetic seal technology helps preserve product quality and prevent oxygen pick-up.
Clara 20
- Capacities up to 4000 l/h
- Skid-mounted separator and system
- The smallest Clara model, ideal for testing applications
Clara 80 / 80S
- Capacities up to 8000 l/h
- Skid-mounted separator and system
- Axial hermetic seal available upon customer request
Clara 200 / 200S
- Capacities up to 20,000 l/h
- Skid-mounted separator and system
- Hydro-hermetic seal available upon customer request
Clara 400/400S
- Capacities up to 40,000 l/h
- Separator with complete associated system
- Hydro-hermetic seal available upon customer request
Our bottom-fed, hermetic machines
Alfa Laval’s unique bottom-fed Hermetic Design™ concept sets a market standard for efficient separation along with reduced power consumption.
Clara 250
- Capacities up to 20,000 l/h
- Skid-mounted separator and system
Clara 450
- Capacities up to 40,000 l/h
- Separator with complete associated system
Clara 600
- Capacities up to 70,000 l/h
- Separator with complete associated system
Clara 750
- Capacities up to 70,000 l/h
- Separator with complete associated system
Introducing Alfa Laval ConditionAlert™
The new Alfa Laval ConditionAlert™ gives you an eagle eye’s view of your separator’s performance at all times. ConditionAlert proactively monitors separator condition and sends immediate alerts if actions are needed. Combined with Alfa Laval’s expert analysis, you have the vital information you need to ensure outstanding performance for your separator throughout its long lifetime.
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 an Alfa Laval Service Agreement for predictable and worry-free operations.
Finding the right solutions for today’s wineries
Whether you are a small family winery or a big exporter producing several styles every season, Alfa Laval has the ideal clarification solution to fit your capacity and the demands of your market. Choose from the most comprehensive portfolio of wine centrifuges on the market and discover more reliable results, in less time and with less work.
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.
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.
