While centrifuges or high-speed separators have traditionally been the preserve of large industrial breweries, most small breweries have relied on natural settling time and a variety of cost-effective filters. Sedimentation, clarification, and filtration are crucial steps in the fermentation process

What vessels does the brewery need?In response to the initial question, we discussed how many brewing vessels were needed. A four-vessel brewing system would include a wort tun, a lauter tun, a brew kettle, and a whirlpool. A three-vessel brewing system offers a choice: a combined wort/lauter tun or

What is the purpose of a brewery floor plan?A floor plan is a map of the entire physical space of your brewery. Every inch of the building should be considered. A floor plan is a visual representation of the finished brewery and will guide the physical layout. In many states, a floor plan is also re

Beer StorageOnce beer production is complete and ready for market, it needs to be stored. Storage is typically short-term and takes place within the brewery. Craft breweries will store beer in the original fermentation tanks until it is transferred to containers. In packaging breweries, it can take