Pyrolysis oil

Benefits of our centrifuges

• Reliable removal of solids and free water for stable oil quality
• Designed for variable feedstock and process conditions
• Nitrogen‑purged operation for safe handling of low‑flash‑point oils
• Compact, skid‑mounted systems for easy integration
• High availability through continuous, automated operation
• Suitable for hazardous areas (ATEX / IECEx)

Pyrolysis oil - From waste to valuable feedstock

Pyrolysis oil is produced by thermally converting organic materials in an oxygen‑free environment. Typical feedstocks include:

• Plastic waste
• End‑of‑life tires
• Biomass such as wood and agricultural residues
• Selected municipal or industrial waste streams

By converting waste into liquid hydrocarbons, pyrolysis supports circular‑economy concepts and helps reduce reliance on fossil resources. At the same time, raw pyrolysis oil is complex and often unstable, making appropriate treatment a critical step before further use.

The key to reliable operation

Untreated pyrolysis oil can be difficult to handle, store and further process.

Fine solids and free water reduce oil stability, while reactive components may accelerate equipment wear and corrosion.

Effective mechanical separation is essential to:

• Reduce solids and water for stable oil quality
• Prevent corrosion and equipment wear
• Enable safe storage and transport
• Prepare oil for further upgrading

Flexible separation for every challenge

GEA applies proven centrifugal separation technology to address the specific challenges associated with pyrolysis oil treatment. Our solutions are engineered to handle variable feedstock compositions while delivering a stable, process‑ready oil quality for downstream use.

GEA designs flexible mechanical separation concepts tailored to solids load, water content, oil properties and target specifications.

Flexible mechanical separation concepts

Primary solids removal

For oils with elevated solids content, an upstream decanter centrifuge can be used to remove coarse particles and stabilize the overall process.

Oil polishing with disk stack centrifuges

High‑speed disk stack centrifuges remove remaining fine solids and free water, resulting in improved oil quality and process stability.

Modular system design

Single‑stage or multi‑stage configurations allow adaption to varying feed qualities and performance requirements.

Your partner for safe, efficient and sustainable pyrolysis oil treatment

GEA supports operators in upgrading pyrolysis oil into a stable and usable feedstock. We combine decades of expertise with proven technology to deliver safe, efficient and sustainable solutions for pyrolysis oil treatment.

From robust equipment to complete systems including nitrogen purging and ATEX compliance we help you turn challenging feedstocks into valuable resources.

GEA keeps your process efficient and your operations future ready.