A centrifugal device divides whole milk into its constituents based on density. The lighter cream rises to the top of the spinning drum while the denser skim milk is forced outwards. This process allows for the efficient and hygienic separation of cream for various uses like butter and cheese production, leaving behind skim milk suitable for other applications.
This separation technology revolutionized dairy farming and food processing. Before its advent, cream separation was a slow, gravity-based process. Modern devices offer a much faster, more sanitary, and scalable solution, contributing significantly to the growth of the dairy industry. The ability to efficiently separate milk components opened up possibilities for producing a wider range of dairy products and increased the overall profitability of dairy operations.
