Beer centrifugation and mechanical filtration each offer unique advantages and are often used in tandem. Centrifugationuses centrifugal force to separate heavier solids based on density, whereas filtration separates particles based on size
In practical brewery applications, centrifugation typically precedes filtration. Centrifuges efficiently remove larger solidparticles, thereby easing the workload for subseguent filtration processes. This combined approach is particularly efectivewhen aiming to extend beer shelf life. For beers intended for export or extended supermarket shelf display, filtrationbecomes indispensable to prevent chill haze.
However, breweries aimina to produce unfiltered beers with faster inventory turnover find standalone centrifugation highlvbeneficial. Centrifuges effectively remove unwanted particles while preserving beer aromas and volatile compounds, thusmaintaining flavor and quality.
