XENA / X-FLOW oil tube skimmers are compact mechanical devices designed for the continuous removal of oil, grease, petroleum products, and other floating contaminants from the surface of liquids.
The skimmer operates using a special collector tube that moves across the liquid surface. Oil, grease, and petroleum products adhere to the outer surface of the tube, while water remains in the tank or reservoir. The contaminated tube then passes through the skimmer body, where the collected oil is removed from the tube surface and directed to a separate collection outlet.
This simple and reliable operating principle allows X-FLOW skimmers to separate free-floating oil from water, coolants, emulsions, washing solutions, wastewater, and other industrial liquids.
XENA / X-FLOW tube skimmers are suitable for industrial plants, workshops, wastewater treatment facilities, oil separation systems, food production facilities, transport companies, and other sites where oil or grease contamination appears on the liquid surface.
XENA / X-FLOW oil tube skimmers are designed for:
- removal of free-floating oil from the surface of water and industrial liquids;
- collection of grease, petroleum products, lubricants, and technical oils;
- cleaning of coolants from tramp oil;
- separation of oil contamination from washing solutions and emulsions;
- reduction of oil content in wastewater tanks, separators, and industrial sumps;
- continuous maintenance of process liquids in workshops and production facilities;
- improvement of wastewater treatment efficiency;
- reduction of unpleasant odours and surface contamination caused by oil and grease;
- support of industrial cleanliness and environmental safety.
Portable XENA / X-FLOW oil tube skimmers can be used in:
- wastewater tanks and settling tanks;
- oil wells and oil production sites;
- oil separators;
- circulating systems for washing parts and assemblies;
- grease traps in food production and catering facilities;
- industrial sumps and sludge pits;
- heat treatment equipment;
- washing machines and parts-cleaning systems;
- coolant tanks and metalworking fluids;
- workshops, service stations, and industrial maintenance areas.
- Continuous oil removal: The skimmer can operate continuously to remove floating oil and grease from the liquid surface.
- Simple mechanical design: The tube skimmer has a reliable construction with easy operation and minimal maintenance requirements.
- Compact and portable: The equipment is easy to install, move, and use in different tanks, reservoirs, and industrial systems.
- Efficient separation: The collector tube attracts oil and grease while reducing unnecessary water collection.
- Wide range of applications: Suitable for wastewater, coolants, emulsions, washing solutions, process liquids, and industrial sumps.
- Easy installation: The skimmer can be mounted using a simple fixing system, including the “Easy mounting” option with two bolts.
- Optional accessories: Additional options may include a magnetic rack and timer, depending on the model and operating requirements.
Principle of Operation
The XENA / X-FLOW oil tube skimmer uses a closed-loop collector tube that continuously moves across the surface of the liquid.
Oil, grease, and petroleum products floating on the surface adhere to the external surface of the collector tube. As the tube enters the skimmer body, special scraper elements remove the collected contaminants from the tube surface. The separated oil is then discharged through the outlet pipe into a collection container or recovery system.
Because the collector tube is oleophilic and hydrophobic, it attracts oil-based contaminants while minimising the collection of water. This helps achieve efficient oil separation with low water content in the collected product.
| Model. | X-FLOW 500 | X-FLOW 240 | X-FLOW 50 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Productivity, l/h. | up to 500 | up to 240 | up to 50 |
| Collector tube, mm | ⌀21.5 | ⌀21.5 | ⌀18 |
| Power consumption, W | 180 | 180 | 120-180 |
| Power supply, V | 230/1-phase – 400/3-phase | 230/1-phase – 400/3-phase | 230/1-phase – 400/3-phase |
| Drainage pipe, mm | ⌀63 | ⌀63 | ⌀25 (outside), ⌀22 (inside) |
| Operating temperature, ºC | -20/+90 | -20/+90 | -20/+90 |
| Size of the skimmer body, mm | 500x250x290 | 500x250x290 | 500x250x290 |
| Weight, kg | up to 16.5 | up to 16.5 | up to 10.5 |
| Button (on/off) | is | is | is |
| Fasteners | “Easy mounting” with 2 bolts. Rack with magnet (optional) | ||
| Special equipment | timer (optional) | ||
Why Choose X-FLOW Oil Tube Skimmers
X-FLOW oil tube skimmers provide a practical and cost-effective solution for removing free-floating oil, grease, and petroleum products from industrial liquids and wastewater.
They are easy to install, simple to operate, and suitable for continuous use in different industrial environments. Thanks to their compact design and reliable operating principle, X-FLOW skimmers help reduce oil contamination, improve liquid treatment processes, and support cleaner and safer production conditions.
For facilities dealing with oily wastewater, contaminated coolants, washing solutions, or industrial process liquids, X-FLOW tube skimmers offer an efficient solution for daily oil separation and environmental protection.
