The Hop Extractor is a high-efficiency unit designed specifically for beer brewing, utilizing crossflow filtration and centrifugal principles to improve hop utilization significantly. It ensures maximum extraction of hop aroma and flavor. This system offers fully automated control, enabling seamless integration with fermentation tanks and supporting extended circulation for enhanced beer flavor. It is ideal for a wide range of beer brewing production lines, from small craft breweries to large-scale commercial brewing operations.
Key Configuration
- Capacity: 500L (customization available)
- Hops addition capacity: 25kg pellet hops for a single batch
- Filter element accuracy: 1.4mm
- Rotation motor: top mounted, 3km power with VFD speed regulation
- Water-cooled mechanical seal: with a pressure range of -0.1Mpa to 0.8Mpa, at -10°C～500°C
- Sealing water tank: 15L
- Filter plate: SUS304 wedge shape milling cut detachable filter screen with 0.7mm gap on top and 1.5mm bottom, optional according to your stuffing
- Electric diaphragm pump: to transfer beer in a stable way
- Complete 304SS with material certificate
- All pipes inside polished to sanitary grade
- All pipes machining comply with ISO, DIN, SMS or 3A standard
- All pipes welding by 100% TIG automatic welding machine without welding slag
- All welding joint can be checked and touched without dead corner
Key Features
Crossflow Filtration and Centrifugal Principle
Using crossflow filtration and centrifugal force, the system ensures more efficient hop extraction, increasing hop utilization and ensuring uniform beer flavor distribution.
Automated Extraction Process
The fully automated control system supports pressure regulation, CO2 replacement, circulation stirring, and hop addition, significantly reducing the need for manual intervention.
CO2 Replacement System
The CO2 system effectively replaces oxygen during extraction, preventing air from entering the tank and maintaining the stability and quality of beer flavor.
Efficient Circulation System
The system allows the beer to circulate between the extractor and fermenter under a pressure of 2 bar for 4-6 hours, greatly improving hop extraction efficiency.
Easy Cleaning and Maintenance
Equipped with a CIP automatic cleaning system, it ensures quick cleaning of pipes and the tank after use, maintaining hygienic standards.