Horizontal lagering tank are specialized tanks used in brewing process specifically for the lagering phase, where the beer is conditioned and aged after fermentation. The lagering process involves storing beer at cold temperatures to allow flavors to mellow, and the beer to become clear and stable, usually a lager beer requires longer cold conditioning times than ales to produce a top-quality product.
 
1. Key Features of Horizontal Lagering Tanks
 
● Horizontal Orientation: unlike traditional vertical fermenters, these tanks are designed to lie horizontally. This provides a larger surface area for beer contact with the tank, which can promote more efficient cold crashing and beer conditioning.
 
● Aging and Maturation: horizontal lagering tanks are primarily used for the maturation and lagering(cold aging) process. During this time, the yeast settles, and the beer can clarify and develop smoother flavors.
 
●Capacity: they can come in various sizes, like 1000l, 2000l, 20bbl and 3000l that commonly used by medium to commercial breweries.
 
● Structure: the tanks are usually stacked by up to 2 or 3 tanks high to save on floor space.
 
2. Specifications of Tiantai Horizontal Lagering Tank
 
Design&Exterior Features:
 
Tiantai horizontal lagering tanks boast a sleek, space-saving horizontal cylindrical design, optimized for easy integration into brewery layouts. Key exterior features include:
 
**Robust construction: made from high-grade 304/316 stainless steel, ensuring corrosion resistance and compliance with food safety standards.
 
**Dimensions: compact footprint with a diameter of 1000-1200mm and length of 2000-2500mm (customized based on client needs)
 
**Surface Finish:
Exterior Finish : Oil brushed finish(2B, 8K Mirror finish optional);
Interior Finish: Sanitary 2B finish, Pickled and Passivated; (8K Mirror finish optional).
 
**Support Structure: different styles of saddles provided to well-hold tanks of the same weight on top. Top saddle plates are slotted for easy fit-up in the field.
 
Structural Components:
 
The tanks integrates advanced brewing technology through its precision-engineered components:
 
**Tank Body: horizontal cylindrical vessel with dished ends for optimal pressure distribution.
 
**Cooling Jacket: external dimple jacket for efficient glycol-based temperature control.
 
**Pressured Management: working pressure: 2 bar; safety valves and pressure gauges for secure operation.
 
**Inlet/Outlet Ports:
Tri-clamp fittings for easy and sanitary connections.
Dedicated ports for CO2 injection, sample valves and carbonation stones.
 
**Access Points:
Large sanitary manhole for easy internal inspection and cleaning.
CIP(Clean in Place) spray ball for automated sanitation.
 
**Instrumentation:
Mounting brackets for temperature probes, sight glasses and level sensors.  
 
3. Applications
The horizontal lagering tanks are ideal for:
--Final beer conditioning and carbonation,
--Bright beer storage before packaging(kegs, cans or bottles)
--Serving directly to taps in brewpubs.
 
4. Certifications
Compliant with FDA, EU and brewing industry regulations. CE, UL, ATEX Certifications provided.
 
5. Technical Parameters for 1000L Horizontal Lagering Tank:
 
| Parameter          | Details                          |  
|---------------------|----------------------------------|  
| Capacity            | 1,000 liters (working volume) Total volume: 1200l   |  
| Material            | 304/316L stainless steel         |  
| Pressure Rating     | 2bar/30psi                     |  
| Temperature Range   | -5°C to 40°C                   |  
| Certifications      | CE, ASME, GB (customizable)     |
| Insulation: TH=80mm with low thermal conductivity PU  |
| Cooling Jacket: Dimple plate on bottom and side wall, welded without over burning|
 
Photos of different styles of horizontal lagering tanks:
 
 
 
 
 



 
 
We are excited about the chances to work with you for your brewing project, if any questions or other interested details about horizontal lagering tanks, please feel free to contact us anytime at conveniences, our team is here ready for help!
 
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Sharon
Tiantai Brewery Equipment Company