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GEA has introduced the GSE 150 CPR, a separator designed to clarify pulp-rich citrus juices in medium-capacity operations while maintaining process stability under fluctuating solids loads and reducing juice losses.

The launch comes as citrus processors face increasing variability in raw materials. In Brazil, nearly half of the Citrus Belt is affected by citrus greening (HLB), leading to smaller fruit, lower juice yields and inconsistent solids content. At the same time, demand is rising for premium juices with controlled pulp levels.

The GSE 150 CPR (Constant Pulp Removal) uses a separating disc and a second centripetal pump to continuously discharge pulp under pressure of up to four bars. This reduces reliance on solids-holding capacity and allows stable operation even with variable pulp content. According to GEA, the system can process around 50% more product than conventional separators of a similar size.

The machine typically requires two to four solids discharges per hour, compared to up to 30 in conventional systems under high solids loading. Fewer discharges reduce interruptions, improve restart stability and minimise product losses.

An optional automatic pulp control system enables operators to manage pulp levels more precisely. A standard time-based version is available, alongside an advanced system that adjusts discharge based on viscosity measurements. This is intended to support producers supplying different markets with varying pulp specifications while reducing changeover times and losses.

The separator is suitable for orange, grapefruit and lemon juice, as well as pulp washing and cloudy peel extract. GEA cites throughput of up to 17,000 litres per hour for orange juice and up to 12,000 litres per hour for lemon juice, depending on product characteristics.

All product-contact components are made from stainless steel and the system is fully compatible with clean-in-place (CIP) processes. The unit operates at 5,300 rpm and is powered by a 30 kW motor. Optional condition monitoring is available via GEA’s InsightPartner system, which tracks parameters such as vibration to support maintenance.

The GSE 150 CPR expands GEA’s CPR separator range and targets processors seeking a mid-sized solution with lower discharge frequency and improved efficiency. It is positioned as an entry point for companies investing in separation technology in growth markets including Egypt, Turkey and Southeast Asia.