A cream separator is a machine used to separate whole milk into cream and skim milk. However, there are various synonyms for this agricultural equipment, including milk separator, dairy separator, butter separator, centrifuge separator, and skim milk separator. They all function in the same way and are essential in the milk separation process. These devices are critical in the production of butter, cream cheese, and other dairy products, and they have been used for many years to help farmers separate milk in bulk. They are available in various sizes and designs, all designed to ease the milk separation process in dairy farms.