What This Tank Is Built For

If you\’re running a 10HL brewhouse, a 1000L fermenter gives you a single-batch vessel that fits most microbrewery production lines without forcing you into oversized utilities. We build these as jacketed conical fermenters in SUS304, with dimpled cooling jackets on the cone and lower cylinder. That coverage matters during active fermentation, when exothermic heat can push a 10HL batch several degrees above your target in a few hours.

Every tank starts as 3mm (or thicker on request) SUS304 plate. We TIG weld the shell and cone, then passivate the welds. Interior surfaces are pickled and passivated, with a typical Ra ≤ 0.8µm polish on product contact areas. Exterior can be brushed or mirror polished depending on your cellar environment. Tri-clamp fittings are standard on racking arms, CIP, and sample valves.

Why Cooling Jackets and Conical Geometry Matter

Temperature control is not optional on a 1000L batch. A single jacket zone can work for ales, but lagers and crash cooling usually need two zones—cone and cylinder—so you can pull temperature without shocking the yeast. The 60-degree cone helps trub and yeast drop into the bottom outlet, and a standard 2-inch dump port lets you harvest yeast or drop solids without racking the whole tank.

Working pressure on these vessels is typically 1.5–2.0 bar, with a pressure relief valve sized to the tank and your CO2 system. Do not exceed the nameplate rating. If you plan to carbonate in-tank, tell us before fabrication—we\’ll adjust the shell thickness, jacket layout, and valve package.

Realistic Applications

These 10HL fermenters suit brewpubs, taprooms, and small production breweries running ales, lagers, stouts, and sours. They also work for kombucha, cider, and some pilot beverage lines, though you\’ll want different seals if you\’re handling high-acid products. For a 1000L tank, a 10HL brewhouse and two to four fermenters is a common starting configuration.

Specifications

FAQ

How do I choose between 1000L and a larger tank? Match fermenter volume to your batch size and expected growth. A 1000L tank at 75–80% fill gives you roughly 750–800L of beer, which is a realistic 10HL batch after losses.

Can I CIP this tank in place? Yes. We include a CIP spray ball and tri-clamp connections. Confirm your pump and caustic concentration match the tank volume and soil load.

What should I prepare before requesting a quote? Batch size, beer type, number of tanks, available floor space, ceiling height, and utility details. Tell us your batch size, beer type, number of fermentation tanks and available space. We can recommend the tank volume, cooling area and configuration for your brewery.