Fermentation is the critical stage in beer production that determines the final beer’s flavor, aroma, and overall quality. This complex biochemistry, driven by yeast activity, requires precise control within specialized vessels. As the carrier of wort fermentation, flavor compound development, and beer maturation, the performance, structure, and adaptability of the 발효기 directly impact fermentation efficiency, product consistency, and brewing costs.
Modern brewing emphasizes controllable quality, energy efficiency, and cost reduction. As a professional manufacturer of brewing equipment and comprehensive solutions, Tiantai precisely meets customer needs by integrating advanced brewing techniques. We focus on yeast strain compatibility, stringent hygiene standards, process optimization, and equipment upgrades to deliver tailored, one-stop solutions for breweries of all scales.
I. Fermentation Process Workflow
- Wort Transfer: Wort cooled to the process temperature via a plate, and frame heat exchanger is transferred into the fermenter through a sterile pipeline pump.
- Yeast Addition: Active yeast is added at specified ratios, and the vessel is sealed to initiate temperature control.
- Fermentation: Yeast metabolizes the sugars, producing alcohol and CO₂, with strict regulation of temperature and pressure parameters.
- Yeast Recovery: Yeast is discharged from the cone bottom, filtered, and stored for reuse in subsequent batches.
- Beer Removal: Mature beer is transferred to the conditioning vessel.
- CIP: The CIP system is activated to clean and sterilize the vessel interior, preparing for the next brewing cycle.
II. Tiantai Fermenter Advantage
Tiantai has deeply specialized in brewing equipment, focusing not only on the customized development and manufacturing of fermenters but also on providing comprehensive brewing solutions centered around “equipment + process + service.” We tailor industrial and craft brewery fermenters to meet different production scales and process requirements, achieving precise functionality and scene-specific adaptation. Our key advantages include:
- 효모 회복
Designed with a cone angle between 60° and 90°, optimized for yeast sedimentation characteristics. During fermentation’s final stages, yeast naturally settles and concentrates at the cone’s base, significantly reducing recovery difficulty and loss. Coupled with Tiantai’s dedicated yeast recovery equipment, this enables cyclic reuse of yeast, suitable for large-scale production needs.
- Precise Temperature Control
Utilizing a Dimple Jacket design with two to three sections around the vertical cylinder and one section at the cone, which allows for accurate temperature regulation tailored to different fermentation stages, with minimal fluctuations. This ensures yeast vitality and metabolic stability while promoting the development of flavor compounds, guaranteeing consistent quality across batches.
- Multi-Functional Integration
A single vessel serving multiple purposes—capable of fermenting wort and acting as a storage tank without additional equipment. This simplifies production processes, reduces investment costs, and is ideal for small to medium-sized brewing enterprises.
- Full Process Compatibility
Breaking previous process limitations, our fermenters are suitable not only for bottom fermentation but also for top fermentation, supporting a variety of beer styles such as Lagers, IPAs, and Stouts. According to customer process requirements, additional features like hop dry hopping and pressure control can be flexibly integrated, accommodating personalized and diversified brewing needs.
III. Customizing Fermenter
The core requirements of brewing enterprises of different scales vary significantly; therefore, we have developed two main product series to achieve comprehensive scene coverage:
- 양조장
Focusing on demands for multi-thousand-liter production, our large-capacity tanks (measured in kiloliters) are equipped with intelligent control systems. These systems enable real-time monitoring and automatic regulation of key fermentation parameters such as temperature, pressure, pH, and dissolved oxygen. Operators can perform parameter adjustments and equipment operations remotely, markedly reducing manual intervention and minimizing human errors. Considering outdoor installation needs, the external surface of Tiantai tanks is specially coated with a dedicated protective layer, effectively resisting UV radiation, sandstorms, and other harsh outdoor conditions to ensure long-term stable operation. Furthermore, outdoor placement offers spatial flexibility, allowing for adaptable layout according to factory planning. Upgrading capacity—such as adding new tanks—becomes more convenient, perfectly aligning with the requirements of large-scale, multi-thousand-liter production.
- 소규모 양조장
Catering to small-batch, multi-batch, and personalized brewing demands, our tanks can be customized from hundreds to several thousand liters. They support flexible adjustments of fermentation temperature and duration, with manual control interfaces retained for precise regulation. Constructed from food-grade 304 stainless steel, the tanks support optional features such as dry-hopping apparatus and pressure control. Paired with mobile CIP cleaning systems, they ensure process flexibility and ease of operation. With the addition of Tiantai’s mobile CIP cleaning systems, a single operator can complete cleaning and sterilization tasks efficiently, reducing labor costs for small craft breweries.
Leveraging our professional R&D capabilities, strict quality management, and comprehensive service system, Tiantai has become a preferred partner for many brewing enterprises. We provide not only customized fermenters tailored to client needs but also complete brewing solutions—including equipment selection, custom manufacturing, installation and commissioning, process optimization, and operational support—helping clients reduce production costs, enhance efficiency, and ensure product quality. Whether aiming for scaled-up industrial production or personalized craft brewing breakthroughs, Tiantai supports clients every step of the way.
