There are many sizes of breweries. There are small and large commercial units, as well as microbreweries. The beer type and degree of automation determine the process diversity. Each section of a large crew can have its own purpose and may be divided into different sections. We will discuss the cost of this equipment in this article.
Factors that can affect the cost of brewery equipment
No matter how small the unit is, it’s essential to get an accurate estimate of equipment costs. It all depends on how much beer you want to make. Below are some factors that could impact the price.
Material
Equipment can be made from different materials, including stainless steel and copper.
Copper: The units were traditionally made from copper because it is readily available and can be melted down to its pure form. This metal is also capable of transferring heat very quickly, which is excellent for this purpose. This metal can react with many other chemicals to produce metallic flavors. Copper can also be affected by many cleaning products.
Stainless Steel: Commercial breweries today use stainless steel kettles. Many kettles have copper cladding, which gives them a timeless appearance. It is important to remember that the cladding can only be used cosmetically. This metal doesn’t react well with many chemicals.
The beer’s flavor won’t be affected by stainless steel unless it is cleaned with modern bleach. Stainless steel is more robust than copper,
Neu or used
Other than the size of the item, the price will also be affected by whether it is used or new. Microbrewery owners today don’t have the capital to invest in large equipment. To save money, they often opt for pre-owned gear. Below is a list of equipment that you will need for your brewery.
Kegs
Storage tanks
Fermentation tanks
Kettles
Boilers
The Brewhouse’s size
Brewhouses are companies that manage brewing companies. It also refers to the components that a brewery needs for its brewing stage. Below are the most common components.
Whirlpool
Boil kettle
Hot liquor tank
Lauer tun
Mash mixer
A five-vessel unit is used in large brewery companies. Each component of the vessel is a vessel. A microbrewery, on the other hand, is a 2-vessel unit that creates a combination of hot liquor tank and lauters tun as well as a mash mixer.
A 3.5-bbl unit costs around $50,000, while a 20-bbl unit may cost as much as $100,000.
Fermentation tanks
The second stage of the fermentation process is the most important. This tank has a cone-shaped bottom, which helps speed up the yeast recovery process. Although jacketed fermenters are more expensive, they can control the temperature of your mash.
We recommend that you read this article if you are looking for an estimate on the cost of equipment. This will allow you to make the right decision.
