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The importance of using stainless steel for beer equipment

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The brewery is committed to producing high-quality beer that meets the tastes of its customers. One key factor that plays a big role in achieving this is the type of equipment they use. Stainless steel beer equipment has become a must-have for breweries around the world due to its many advantages. Stainless steel is also used in food service and manufacturing. As an industry-leading manufacturer of stainless steel brewing equipment, including fermenters, distillation systems, and more, we have a proven ability to provide turnkey stainless steel brewing solutions to breweries of all sizes.
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The importance of using stainless steel for beer equipment

The Importance of Using Stainless Steel Brewing Equipment

Stainless steel is an ideal material for beer brewing due to its durability, corrosion resistance, low reactivity, and ease of cleaning and disinfection.

High corrosion resistance and low reactivity

One of the greatest advantages of stainless steel is its wear resistance. Stainless steel is composed of chromium, an element that provides resistance to corrosion and staining. As long as you follow proper care and maintenance guidelines, it can withstand frequent heating and higher temperature ranges without warping or corrosion.

High corrosion resistance and low reactivity

Stainless steel is far more resistant to corrosion than regular steel, iron or aluminum, especially when you consider the moisture, acidity and temperatures involved in most modern breweries. This means brewers don’t have to worry too much about oxidative damage to their expensive brewing equipment.

Stainless steel equipment does not leak

Another advantage of stainless steel equipment is that it is leakproof. Unless there is some kind of hole, there’s no way a leak could happen. Since the material is quite tough, it is difficult for stainless steel equipment to experience any kind of leakage.

Stainless steel equipment is easier to maintain

This is by far one of the biggest advantages of using stainless steel equipment. Maintenance of steel equipment is very easy compared to wooden coffins. From unwanted residue to waste, all can be eliminated with stainless steel equipment.

Common applications of stainless steel in the beer industry

Stainless steel is becoming a popular material for a range of standard brewing components, including:
  • Kettle or brewing jar
  • Mix and match cuts
  • Fermentation tank
  • Bright tank
  • Beer cooling system
  • Piping system
  • Valves and accessories

Kettle and mash tun

Kettles and mash tuns are two important pieces of equipment in a brewery. The mash tun is used to convert the starch in the crushed grains into sugar, which then fuels the fermentation process, creating the alcohol content of the beer. They are usually made of stainless steel because it is durable, corrosion-resistant, and easy to clean.

While some breweries prefer the classic copper kettle, stainless steel kettles are becoming more common.

Stainless steel kettles and mash tuns also inhibit bacterial growth, keeping the beer safe during fermentation and reducing the risk of microbial corrosion or contamination.

The Importance of Using Stainless Steel Brewing Equipment

Fermenters and bright tanks

Once the wort leaves the brewing kettle, the fermentation tank or fermentation vessel holds everything while the yeast converts the sugar produced during mashing into alcohol and carbon dioxide. Bright tanks are the next step in some brewing processes, where more carbon dioxide is introduced into the fermenting wort to add unique beer bubbles and to clarify the resulting beer before packaging.

beer cooling system

Stainless steel beer coolers use ammonia refrigeration to keep large quantities of beer at precise temperatures during all stages of the processing system. Ammonia is used as the refrigerant and a solution of water and salt (called brine) is used as the coolant. The ammonia is compressed and cooled in the condenser. As ammonia flows through the evaporator coil, the ammonia evaporates and absorbs heat. The brine also circulates through coils, absorbing heat from the ammonia, which is then carried away and dissipated through radiators, fans and other devices. Throughout the process, stainless steel provides reliable performance despite frequent temperature fluctuations, is corrosion-resistant to ammonia and brine, and avoids affecting the flavor, clarity or consistency of the beer.

used stainless steel grades for brewery equipment

Grade 304 stainless steel

304 stainless steel is the most used grade of stainless steel in brewing. It offers excellent corrosion resistance, durability and is easy to clean and disinfect. It is used in kettles, mash tuns, fermenters, bright tanks, piping systems and valves, and other components exposed to harsh environments such as high temperatures or corrosive chemicals.

Grade 316 stainless steel

316 stainless steel is suitable for applications that must enhanced corrosion resistance, such as breweries located near the ocean or breweries that use brackish water sources for their process needs. Increased nickel and molybdenum content help achieve this while also increasing strength compared to 304 stainless steel.

Stainless steel equipment and beer quality

The quality of the beer produced is of utmost importance to the brewery. Stainless steel equipment makes a significant contribution to achieving a high-quality end product. Its inertness ensures that the beer is protected from any external influences, allowing flavors and aromas to shine through.

Also, the smooth surface of stainless steel facilitates the removal of sediments and impurities during the brewing process. This produces a purer, clearer beer and enhances visual appeal. Breweries can impress their customers with beers that are appealing and taste as good as they look.

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