GEA GSI 260 separator skid for the beverage industry

The GEA GSI 260 skid is a new generation of separators for the beverage industry. With Kinetic Edge Design, the machine features a direct drive, resource-saving features and modular adaptability. 

The optimised bowl and disc geometry is designed to increase the clarification area. This enables the skid to separate even ultrafine particles with high efficiency.

The Twin Hydrohermetic replaces conventional seals with two water barriers and a CO₂ gap. This is designed to keep oxygen intake below 5 ppb to protect beer flavour and shelf life. The hygienic skid design facilitates cleaning and shortens commissioning time.

The synchronous direct drive is designed to achieve a higher efficiency than flat-belt systems and to run more quietly in a compact design. The entire drive unit can be replaced as a module, reducing downtime.

Overall service time is estimated to be around 6 h shorter compared to other drive concepts, although the exact figure depends on installation and location.

To address water and energy in beverage production, the GEA Centrifuge Water Saving Unit can be used to cut freshwater use by up to 99.9%, while the EngyVac system can help to reduce air resistance in the bowl and lower drive energy. Even without additional modules, the machine is designed to reduce water consumption through its sensor control.

The skid is operated with GEA X-Control and will be able to be linked to the GEA InsightPartner Separation KPIs dashboard in the future.

The machine is suitable for a variety of applications, from medium-sized and large breweries to wine, juice and tea producers, as well as manufacturers of plant-based beverages.