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9 follow-up questions to start the brewery

Every brewery project is always different, and there are many issues to consider when opening a brewery. The initial questions and answers will provide an outline for the brewery equipment manufacturer and guide the next project communication. In this article, Micet Craft will introduce the elements that are applicable to most brewing projects and will be covered in the following discussion.
Earlier, we listed 9 questions about potential customers who want to open a new brewery. If you are interested in the questions you need to know before opening a brewery, you can read the “9 questions before opening a brewery” article.
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9 questions before opening a brewery

Micet Craft would like to share with you the questions we asked our customers about opening a brewery when we first chatted with them. The answers to these 9 questions provide us with the framework needed to understand the client’s project. Understanding and being able to answer these questions will be a good start for

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9 questions before opening a brewery

Micet Craft would like to share with you the questions we asked our customers about opening a brewery when we first chatted with them. The answers to these 9 questions provide us with the framework needed to understand the client’s project. Understanding and being able to answer these questions will be a good start for

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9 follow-up questions to start the brewery
3 vessel brewing system

How many containers does brewhouse use?

In the previous question, we discussed how many containers of brewhouse you need. If it is a 4 vessel brewing system, then it will have a single mash tun, lauter tun, kettle, and whirlpool.
For the 3 vessel brewing system, there are two options. One is the combination of mash and lauter, and the other is the combination of kettle and whirlpool. Both of these two combinations have their own advantages and disadvantages:
Combination mash/lauter
When performing back-to-back brewing, the brewer will see that this setting requires less brewing time. Having a separate kettle and whirlpool means you can start the second filtration immediately after the first brew enters the whirlpool. In addition, you can install a small heat exchanger between the kettle and whirlpool. This makes it easy to add aroma hops to lower the temperature of the wort. Brewers add aromatic hops to the colder wort in the whirlpool, and the effect will be better.
Combine kettle and whirlpool
If you want to perform hierarchical mash, then using a separate mash tun means that your mash temperature is more uniform. If you use the combination mash/lauter tun, mash tends to have temperature stratification. In addition, this combined form of brewhouse can make making mash easier.
Next, after transferring the mash to lauter tun, the lauter tun can be the proper dimensions for a thinner bed, better run-off, and efficiency too.
2 vessel 3 tanks brewhouse
Even with the 2 vessel brewing system, we have many options. We can use the “German brewing system”. Although there are only 2 vessels, it is actually 3 tanks.
  • Option 1 – Three tanks for mashing/boiling, lauter and whirlpool
  • Option 2 – Three tanks for mash/lauter, HLT, and kettle/whirlpool

For example, with option 1 the lauter tun is above the whirlpool and so the footprint is for 2-vessels but actually, you have three tanks.
If you want to know about the advantages and disadvantages of different types of brewhouse equipment, you can read the “What are the types of brewhouse?” article. In this article, we have discussed many different types of brewhouse equipment, hoping to help you determine which type of brewhouse to use.

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What are the types of brewhouse?

The brewhouse is the most complex and most varied part of the brewery equipment. The brewhouse system in a craft brewery is mainly composed of four parts: mash tank, Lauter tank, kettle tank, and whirlpool tank. According to different needs, the brewhouse system has different combinations. After that, the brewhouse system can match and combine

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Best brewhouse equipment manufacturer from china Brewing good beer requires brewhouse equipment. Whether you are brewing beer for home, business or brewery, Micet Craft can provide a turnkey solution according to the daily output you need. We have brewhouse equipment with 2 vessels, 3 vessels and 4 vessels, the unique design allows you to do decoction

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What are the types of brewhouse
What are the types of brewhouse?

The brewhouse is the most complex and most varied part of the brewery equipment. The brewhouse system in a craft brewery is mainly composed of four parts: mash tank, Lauter tank, kettle tank, and whirlpool tank. According to different needs, the brewhouse system has different combinations. After that, the brewhouse system can match and combine

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grain conveying system

Do you want a grain conveying system?

The answer to this question usually depends on the size of the brewhouse and your budget. If the brewhouse system is 800 liters or less, we generally do not recommend the use of grain conveying systems. If your brewhouse has a capacity of more than 1500 liters, then having a grain conveyor system would be a great choice. It can help you save man-hours, prevent workers from being injured, and can also achieve a better hybrid mash based on the overall brewhouse design.
In addition, in a larger brewing system, the type of malt miller you choose to purchase will also become a consideration. When planning a large brewery, the overall efficiency of the brewery will be the key factor. Consistent crushing is essential to improve the efficiency of the brewery’s production, which means you may need to upgrade the malt miller. Although the cost of upgrading malt miller is relatively high, you will recover the cost over time.
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Fermentation tank (FV) and Unitank design

This is not a big problem, but most breweries now choose to use unitanks instead of dedicated fermentation tanks. This also means that you need to configure carbon fossils for these unitanks. Carbonized stone is usually placed directly above the cone in the tank. If you want to know how to choose between unitank and fermentation tank, you can read the article “Bright Tank VS Unitank: Which To Choose?“.
In addition, if you open a brewpub, space will be very valuable, and you may need a “leaner” tank. Of course, if the height of the building allows, you can also choose to stack fermentation tanks. Therefore, you can install the required number of tanks in a small space to achieve sales demand based on sales forecasts.
If your brewing process needs to use a lot of hops, then you need to have a dedicated and large enough hop port. Next, we also need to discuss the location of the manhole you want: do you want a side or top manhole? If you use the top manhole, you may not need a hop port.
In addition, we also need to discuss the work pressure of the tank and spunding. In modern breweries, most tanks have rotary valves, and the working pressure of tanks made in China is usually 30PSI. Also, don’t forget those PRV (pressure relief) valves.

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Choosing the fermentation equipment is crucial, for any brewery. This article dives into the discussion on whether to use tanks or unitanks providing insights into their functions, benefits and considerations. With the rise of craft brewing understanding the details of each option can greatly impact the quality, efficiency and cost effectiveness of the brewing process.

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stack brite beer tank

Do you want brite beer tanks (BBT)?

Now, some breweries choose to abandon the use of BBT, they choose to use only fermentation tanks and packages. If you are a brewpub and sell everything in a tank, then it might be useful to you.
If you do prefer to use BBT, then the rule of thumb is 1 BBT for every 5 fermentation tanks. This is just a simple guide, you need to configure BBT according to the beer style you brew. Of course, if you don’t know how to configure it, you can contact Micet Craft. Our engineers will help you solve these problems.

What are the regulations in your country?

Some countries are stricter than others in terms of steam. If you want to open a brewpub in an urban area, you may not be able to use steam heating due to health and safety regulations.
If you are in Australia, you need AS1210 certification and provide your tank’s design registration number. If you plan to open a brewery in Europe, then you need CE certification. We will discuss this in the follow-up discussion, and determine the selected manufacturer and their situation.
pilot brewing system

Do you want a pilot brewing system?

Having a pilot brewing system allows you to experiment with new brewing recipes or ingredients, helping you determine whether it is worth expanding to a large brewing system for production.
Having a pilot allows you to have fun and make some super niche beers to keep your “crafted” customers happy, without doing large volumes.

Can you store it off-site?

Many of our customers are thinking about making small-scale canned beers in brewpubs. When you are ready to start making canned beer, a large number of empty cans can take up a lot of space. When opening a brewpub, you definitely want to provide customers with the largest dining area. Therefore, we often ask customers whether they will store offsite.
Normally, the warehouse will be set up near brewpub but will be located in a cheaper rental area. If you plan to make canned beer, you will most likely need to hire a delivery driver. This also means that you can transport the cans to the brewery for filling production when needed.

Do you need to filter?

The relatively small brewpub may not choose filter beer. But in a production brewery, you may need some form of separation technology, depending on the size of the brewery and your project budget. Micet Craft will help you explore all available options and choose the one that best suits your needs and financial situation. If you need help, please contact us.
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Production and operation

Many customers often ask us if we can help them with the installation, the brewery into operation, and train the team. Previously, Micet Craft engineers helped install and debug many brewery projects in other countries. Now because of the impact of Covid-19, engineers may not be able to leave China. However, we will debug the equipment before it leaves the factory and mark the numbers on the connected pipes. You only need to connect according to the data to complete the installation of the brewery equipment. Of course, if you have any questions, our engineers will provide you with solutions online. If necessary, you can communicate via video.
In addition, the Micet Craft team also provides other types of services, such as brewing recipe development. If you have any questions, we can remotely help you online. We can also help you create:
  • Brewing time table
  • Production planning template
  • If needed, it can also help calculate the cost of beer

Conclusion

The first 9 questions we mentioned in the previous article can help me understand the general situation of your brewery project. As the follow-up questions of the start of the brewery project, we will learn some key details. Many factors need to be determined to start a brewery, so this is a process that takes time.
From the beginning, it usually takes about 30 days to contact the equipment list and place the order. This is a relatively long process. I hope you can have the patience to discuss your brewery project with us.
Micet Craft can provide you with a complete turnkey solution and ensure that it can meet your needs. We have 15 years of equipment production and design experience, can help you reduce the occurrence of errors, and can also provide you with professional guidance.
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Get a turnkey solution for brewery equipment
If you plan to open or expand the brewery, you can contact Micet Craft directly. Our engineers will design and manufacture brewery equipment according to your brewing process. Of course, we will also provide you with a complete turnkey solution. Also, if you plan to expand the brewery, we will provide you with customized solutions.

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