The Biggest: Separator PSS 8 from FAN

FAN optimizes separation with its biggest separator PSS 8

A further step towards sustainability

With the new press screw separator PSS 8, FAN, the technology leader in the field of separation technology, is expanding its portfolio and taking a further step towards sustainability. The remarkable throughput of the new PSS 8 makes it predestined for larger farms, such as biogas production or dairy farming, but also for industrial applications. Thanks to the increased impact of a single machine, energy, space usage, costs and labour related to peripheral devices are saved and the ecological footprint is reduced.

A solid-liquid separator stands for sustainability par excellence and is a pivotal equipment on modern farms. Separation opens up effective and lucrative options for further processing and reuse. The solid material can be turned into compost or valuable bedding. The liquid phase can be spread on the field as fertiliser and ensures reliable growth of the plants in every vegetation phase.

Designed for continuous use on large farms

With its impressive dimensions of 3.6 x 0.9 and a height of 1.3 m up to the inlet, the PSS 8 separator, developed for continuous operation on large farms, is an extremely robust machine. The proven FAN press screw concept has been retained while the components have been enlarged: The 2200 mm long and 350 kg heavy auger is additionally supported by a head bearing. With a diameter of 400mm, the sieve is also generously sized. The built-in auger is driven by a 30 kW electric motor running at 400V/50Hz. This ensures worldwide use for different applications.

Excellent separation results and constant output

With cattle manure with a dry matter content of 7 to 9%, the PSS 8 achieves a throughput of up to 65 m³ per hour. The dryness of the solid obtained can be varied by the number and position of counterweights using a patented output regulator. The user can trust on constant output and a high-quality pressing result: the dry matter content, once set, remains unchanged throughout the entire period of use. Up to 36% dry matter content in the solids can be achieved consistently with the PSS 8. It is possible to use sieve baskets with five different gap widths from 0.25 to 1.00 mm.

Long service life, simple maintenance
Like the entire FAN product range, the PSS 8 is also built from carefully selected materials. The screw features wear-resistant reinforcement, and all parts that come into contact with the medium are made of stainless steel. This ensures an exceptionally long lifespan for the machine. Thanks to the floating sieve bearing and the associated continuous cleaning of the sieve by the screw, the PSS 8 remains almost wear-free even over long operating periods. A swivelling press head on the sieve housing makes maintenance easy.

For a green tomorrow

With its large dimensions and increased throughput, a single PSS 8 can replace two or more smaller machines. Energy costs, space usage and labour in connection with operating the necessary peripheral equipment, such as pump stations, are all reduced. This saves time and money, decreases the environmental footprint and makes the PSS 8 an important ambassador for a green future.