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title: Centrifuge
description: A modern processing system used expel olive oil from the olives.  It spins at a very high speed, separating the oil, water and solid olive particles.
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# [Centrifuge](https://www.centrafoods.com/glossary/bid/331673/Centrifuge)

 Written by [Hannah Broaddus](https://www.centrafoods.com/glossary/author/hannah-broaddus) | Jan 26, 2013 6:00:00 AM

A modern processing system used expel olive oil from the olives.  It spins at a very high speed, separating the oil, water and solid olive particles. This is a alternative to the traditional pressing system, and is used in most modern manufacturing facilities. 

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