Description
Brewhouse overview
Our 500 L, 700 L and 1000 L copper brewhouse systems are built for craft breweries that need repeatable batches without turning the brewhouse into a maintenance project. The copper cladding is decorative and functional: it helps with heat distribution and gives the vessel the traditional look many taprooms want. The working vessels are stainless steel. We normally use 304 for brewhouse vessels and 316L where wort contact and cleaning chemistry call for better corrosion resistance.
We build these as two-vessel or three-vessel systems depending on how you brew. A 500 L kit suits a small taproom with limited floor space. 700 L gives more headroom for double batches. 1000 L is common where wholesale accounts are part of the plan and brew days must be efficient.
Fabrication details
Welds are full penetration where product contact matters. We polish wetted surfaces and passivate after welding. Copper sections are formed and fitted so seams do not trap moisture. Gaskets, clamps and valves are selected for repeated CIP cycles. If you use caustic and acid cleaning, tell us before we fix the seal and surface finish specification.
Typical technical data
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Nominal batch volume | 500 L / 700 L / 1000 L |
| Wetted material | SUS304 standard; SUS316L optional |
| Exterior finish | Copper cladding on brewkettle and whirlpool |
| Heating | Steam jacket or electric, site dependent |
| Control | Manual or PLC/HMI, customer specified |
| Warranty | 6 years on selected structural components |
Where it fits
These systems work for brewpubs, small production breweries, pilot plants, and contract brewing setups that need a compact copper brewhouse. If your space is tight, plan service access around the manway, burner or steam valve, and CIP return. We have seen layouts fail because the brewhouse fit the room but not the hoses.
FAQ
How do I choose between 500 L and 1000 L? Match batch size to fermenter capacity and sales. A 1000 L brewhouse with one 1000 L fermenter is not a production plan. You need enough fermentation and conditioning capacity to keep the brewhouse busy.
Why copper if stainless is easier? Copper is mostly a finish and heat-transfer choice. It is not a substitute for correct stainless in wetted parts.
What should I prepare before a quote? Beer styles, batch size, brew days per week, steam or electric, voltage, water supply, drain location, and ceiling height.
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.
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