A Complete Analysis Of Efficient And Reliable Beer Fermentation Tanks

What is a beer fermentation tank?

A beer fermentation tank is a container for beer yeast to ferment sugar to produce alcohol and flavor substances. It is not only a microbiological reaction site, but also an important system for temperature control, pressure maintenance, and cleanliness. The performance of the fermentation tank directly determines the flavor quality, fermentation cycle, production efficiency, and safety and hygiene standards of beer.

A modern fermentation tank is not just a "tank", but an intelligent device that integrates a cooling system, a cleaning system, a sampling system, a pressure control system, and a heat preservation system. It is widely used in commercial breweries, craft breweries, teaching experimental brewing, and catering and entertainment scenarios.

Structural composition of the fermentation tank

Our stainless steel fermentation tank adopts a cone-bottom vertical structure. The design standard refers to the EU EN standard and the US ASME standard. It has a scientific structure, convenient operation and meets the hygienic standards.

1. Main tank body

Inner tank: SUS304/316 food-grade stainless steel

Volume: can be customized from 50L-30000L

2. Conical bottom (taper 60°)

It is convenient for yeast sedimentation and discharge, suitable for upper and lower layer sampling, and improves the purity of fermentation.

3. Refrigeration jacket

Equipped with ice water cooling jacket, it provides efficient constant temperature control. According to the size of the volume, it is divided into upper, middle and lower multi-zone temperature control to improve the heat exchange efficiency.

4. Insulation layer

Adopt high-density polyurethane foam material, which can effectively insulate and heat, save energy and reduce consumption.

5. Pressure control system

The design pressure of the tank can reach up to 3 bar, and it is equipped with a pressure gauge, safety valve and exhaust valve to meet the requirements of low-pressure fermentation and secondary fermentation.

6. CIP cleaning system

Integrated spray ball, supports online high-temperature alkali solution circulation cleaning (CIP), ensures that the internal hygiene of the equipment meets the standards and prevents pollution.

7. Manhole and sampling port

Optional top or side manhole for manual observation and maintenance. Equipped with sanitary sampling port for easy detection of fermentation process.

Core advantages of fermentation tanks

The fermentation tanks we manufacture are not only refined in materials and structural design, but also pursue excellence in control systems and user experience, reflecting the following advantages:

1. High-quality stainless steel material

SUS304 or SUS316L food-grade stainless steel is selected, which has good corrosion resistance, high temperature resistance, compressive strength, and a service life of more than 15 years.

2. Fine polishing sanitary liner

The inner surface is mirror-polished, with no dead corners, in line with GMP hygiene standards, ensuring that the beer is odorless and pollution-free.

3. Precise temperature control system

With PLC control system and temperature sensor, precise temperature control is achieved, automatic cooling and data recording are supported, and it is suitable for the fermentation needs of various types of lager and ale yeast.

Whether you are a small brewery just starting out or an industrial brewery pursuing efficiency and hygiene, a set of excellent fermentation tank equipment is the core of brewing success. With reliable manufacturing capabilities, scientific engineering design, and perfect after-sales service, we help global brewers create better beer flavor and brand value.

If you are interested in our fermentation tank products, please feel free to contact us for customized solutions, quotations and technical drawings. We are willing to be your solid partner in brewing!