Starch & protein
Proteins
From protein concentrates to isolates, our extraction, separation, purification, concentration and drying technologies will enable you to design the most optimal process for your application, whether it’s an animal feed or a supplement for human food and beverage use.
GEA’s separation technology ensures high recovery levels of top quality product, and our decanter centrifuges and centrifugal separators are designed for maximum separation efficiency, optimal protein yield, minimum energy consumption and hygienic process management. Furthermore, GEA offers a wide range of spray dryers that can be configured to accommodate a broad spectrum of powder properties.
Beyond vegetable protein concentrates and plant isolates, we also offer complete solutions for hydrolyzed fish and animal proteins, including gelatins.
GEA has developed a comprehensive range of technologies, equipment and know-how to configure and install equipment for key process steps in vegetable protein manufacturing.
Plant-based proteins
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Centrifugal Separator
GEA separators are designed for liquid-based applications. Using centrifugal force, they are used for separating suspensions consisting of two or more phases of different densities, i.e. they can be used for liquid-liquid separation, for liquid-liquid-solid separation or for liquid-solid separation. They are equally as effective at separating liq...
Decanter Centrifuge
The decanter’s hour has come as soon as the solids content in the suspension to be processed is particularly high. These machines provide the benefits of high clarifying efficiency and maximum dewatering as well as the separation of liquids with the simultaneous removal of solids. The main requirements in this respect include a high bowl speed, a...
Evaporation Plants
Sophisticated systems integrating all components of a thermal separation process plant, utilizing various types of evaporators and heat treatment, to achieve maximum energy efficiency, sustainability, and economic viability in industrial processes.
GEA specializes in crafting bespoke evaporation solutions that precisely match each client's unique...
GEA Scan-Vibro Sifters
GEA manufactures a wide range of vibrating sifters that have been designed for use in the food, dairy, beverage, pharmaceutical, chemical, animal feed and pet food industries.
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