Dolphin Centrifuge provides turnkey Oil Recovery Systems (ORS) engineered to reclaim sale-quality crude from tank bottoms, slop oil, and production waste. Operating at up to 8,000 G with three-phase disc stack separation, these systems process 15–60 GPM continuously, delivering crude at less than 0.5% BS&W. Based in Warren, Michigan, with over 40 years of upstream and midstream oil separation experience.
Overview
Dolphin Centrifuge provides turnkey Oil Recovery Systems (ORS) engineered to reclaim sale-quality crude from tank bottoms, slop oil, and production waste. Our disc stack centrifuge platforms have processed millions of barrels across upstream and midstream operations, consistently delivering crude at less than 0.5% BS&W.
Whether you are dealing with high-solids tank bottoms or emulsified slop oil, our systems combine high-speed centrifuge technology with automated controls to maximize recovery rates while minimizing operating costs.
Crude Oil Applications
Explore our specialized crude oil centrifuge solutions below.
Crude Oil Centrifuge
Tank Bottom & Slop Oil Recovery
Recover sale oil from tank bottoms, slop oil, and production waste streams. Our Oil Recovery Systems (ORS) process crude to less than 0.5% BS&W.
Oil Centrifuge (General)
All Oil Separation Applications
Overview of all oil separation applications. Whether you need to purify, clarify, or polish any petroleum or bio-based oil — we have a solution.
How Centrifuge Oil Recovery Works
A disc stack centrifuge separates crude oil from water and solids using centrifugal force up to 8,000 G. The feed stream enters the rotating bowl, where heavy solids and water are driven outward while clean oil is collected at the center. This three-phase separation produces pipeline-quality crude in a single pass.
Our ORS platforms include feed heating, chemical injection, and PLC-based automation for unattended operation. Each system is designed around the specific gravity and viscosity of your crude, ensuring optimal separation efficiency. For clients who need to validate performance before committing, we offer sample testing at our Warren, MI facility.
Recovering Crude from Tank Bottoms or Slop Oil?
Our ORS systems deliver crude at less than 0.5% BS&W. Send us a sample — we'll test your oil and size the right centrifuge system for your throughput and API gravity.
Why Dolphin Centrifuge
With over 40 years of experience and 150+ centrifuges in stock, Dolphin Centrifuge delivers faster lead times and lower costs than OEM alternatives. Every system ships fully factory-reconditioned with a performance guarantee. Our engineers handle system sizing, installation support, and ongoing technical consultation for the life of your equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is BS&W and why does it matter in crude oil?
BS&W stands for Basic Sediment and Water — the combined percentage of water, solids, and emulsified material in crude oil. Pipeline specifications typically require less than 0.5% BS&W. High BS&W crude is penalized at the point of sale, so reducing it directly increases revenue per barrel.
Can a centrifuge recover oil from tank bottoms?
Yes. Dolphin Centrifuge's Oil Recovery Systems (ORS) are specifically designed for tank bottom recovery. They process high-solids, emulsified tank bottoms — separating sellable crude oil from water and sludge — at flow rates of 15–60 GPM. These are three-phase disc stack centrifuge systems with integrated heating and chemical injection.
What is a three-phase centrifuge and when is it needed?
A three-phase disc stack centrifuge separates oil, water, and solids simultaneously in a single pass. It is needed when the crude oil stream contains significant water content (as in tank bottoms or produced water) alongside solid particulates. Two-phase clarifiers are used when the stream is primarily oil with solids but minimal free water.
How fast can Dolphin Centrifuge deliver a crude oil recovery system?
Dolphin Centrifuge maintains 150+ centrifuges in stock at their Warren, MI facility. Reconditioned Oil Recovery Systems (ORS) are typically available for rapid deployment. Custom-built or larger systems have longer lead times — contact our team for current availability.
Does Dolphin Centrifuge offer sample testing for crude oil applications?
Yes. Dolphin Centrifuge offers sample testing at our Warren, MI facility. Send us a representative crude oil, tank bottom, or slop oil sample and our engineers will test it to confirm separation performance and recommend the correct centrifuge model and operating parameters.
Get Pipeline-Quality Crude from Your Waste Streams
Dolphin Centrifuge ORS systems. Less than 0.5% BS&W guaranteed. 150+ units in stock. Fast delivery from Warren, MI.