In a micro brewery, the heating methods of brewhouse are usually steam, direct-fire and electric. What do you prefer about the heating method of your beer brewing equipment? Usually steam heating is most brewers preferred. Let’s talk about steam heating.

With the steam heating method you are able to do step mashing in a mash and lauter combination vessel. Not to mention steam can be used in other equipment in the brewery, such as cleaning, packaging equipment. 

We can also use external HEX for hot liquor tanks – not only for heating your ambient water coming in, but also faster temperature gains altogether by recirculating liquor in the HLT. It’s also useful to note that the same method of employing a HEX for steam heating can be used on the cold side for cooling liquor in the CLT, with exactly the same process as described above, but using glycol as opposed to steam.

An important note – in terms of installation cost, it is typically the most expensive option as steam boilers are expensive and installation of steam lines and componentry is also pricey. In terms of maintenance and upkeep, the steam boilers require professional engineers to maintain the longevity of these units, so choosing the best boiler supplier is crucial. 

So about the steam heating:

Pros: flexibility, efficiency, multi use around the brewery, fastest heating.
Cons: expensive installation, regulations and maintenance.

Usually for brewery equipment capacity which higher than 2000L, steam heating of brewhouse is preferred and a good option.
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