Overview
Atommek Decanter Machines (decanter centrifuges) are precision-crafted industrial tools designed to separate liquids and solids efficiently. Built from stainless steel for durability and corrosion resistance, our decanters cover 50–5000 L capacities to deliver reliable phase separation, higher process uptime, and consistent product quality across demanding applications.
What Is Decanter Manufacturing?
Decanter manufacturing is the design and production of equipment that separates liquids from solids using gravity or, more commonly, centrifugal force. Atommek engineers decanters for the chemical, food & beverage, water & wastewater, oil & gas, pharmaceutical, mining, environmental, and energy sectors. Each system is customized to meet process targets for purity, yield, and throughput while improving waste handling and operating efficiency.
How It Works – Process Steps
- Material Feeding: Slurry or liquid–solid mixtures are metered into the rotating bowl.
- Centrifugal Separation: High rotation accelerates the mixture; solids move outward while clarified liquid remains inward, separating by density.
- Solid Discharge: A conveyor transports compacted solids toward the conical end for continuous discharge.
- Liquid Discharge: Clarified liquid exits via adjustable outlets for reuse or downstream processing.
- Adjustable Parameters: Rotation speed, feed rate, and bowl angle can be tuned to optimize clarity, dryness, and throughput.
This continuous process minimizes waste, stabilizes quality, and supports 24/7 industrial operation.
Technical Specifications
| Model | Capacity (L) | Bowl Ø (mm) | Bowl Length (mm) | Max Speed (rpm) | Power (kW) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atommek D50 | 50 | 300 | 1000 | 4000 | 3 |
| Atommek D500 | 500 | 500 | 1500 | 4000 | 7.5 |
| Atommek D1000 | 1000 | 1000 | 2500 | 3200 | 15 |
| Atommek D5000 | 5000 | 1500 | 3000 | 2800 | 22 |
All specifications can be customized based on industrial requirements.
Applications
- Chemical Industry: Purification and separation of process streams.
- Food & Beverage: Fat separation, juice clarification, dairy applications.
- Water Treatment: Sludge thickening and wastewater clarification.
- Oil & Gas: Crude oil and petroleum product separation.
- Pharmaceuticals: Component purification and solvent recovery.
- Mining & Minerals: Ore processing and tailings management.
- Environmental Engineering: Pollution control and waste minimization.
- Energy & Biomass: Biofuel/biogas liquid–solid separation.
Key Features
- Precision-Crafted: All-stainless construction for strength and chemical resistance.
- Customizable: Tunable speed, feed, and bowl geometry for various solids loads.
- Continuous Operation: Engineered for reliable 24/7 duty.
- User-Friendly: Intuitive controls for set-up, monitoring, and cleaning.
- Energy-Efficient: Optimized drive system reduces power consumption.
- Safe: Integrated protections for operators and equipment.
Optional Features
- Explosion-proof design (ATEX certified)
- Fully automatic PLC control with recipe management
- CIP (Clean-in-Place) for food and pharma use
- Custom liquid/solid discharge configurations
Decanter Manufacturing Process
- Material Selection: Stainless and chemical-resistant alloys chosen for duty and compliance.
- Design & Engineering: Bowl dimensions, capacity, and speed defined to meet targets.
- Component Manufacturing: Precision cutting, forming, welding, and machining of bowl, scroll, and housings.
- Assembly: Mechanical build-up and installation of drives, seals, and control systems.
- Testing & Quality Control: Rotation, sealing, balance, vibration, and leak tests verify performance.
Quality Control & Safety Measures
- Incoming material certification and traceability
- Dimensional and weld quality inspections
- Functional testing of rotation, sealing, and automation
- Personnel training and chemical safety protocols
- Environmental and waste-management compliance
FAQ
What materials can Atommek decanters process?
Slurries, pastes, liquid–solid mixtures, chemicals, and food products.
Can the machine operate continuously?
Yes. Atommek decanters are designed for 24/7 industrial operation.
Are the machines customizable?
Absolutely. Bowl size, rotation speed, capacity, discharge, and controls are configurable.
How safe are the machines?
Systems include operator protections, chemical-resistant materials, and optional ATEX certification.
What industries use Atommek decanters?
Chemical, food & beverage, water treatment, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals, mining, energy, environmental engineering, and more.