Using
nitrogen is not about fully replacing CO2, but it can reduce their consumption of CO2 by close to 70%. Using nitrogen is about
sustainability. Creating your own nitrogen is easy and will reduce the use of a greenhouse gas, which is better for the environment. It
will also save you money as early as month one adding that savings to your bottom line.
This might leave you wondering what part of the brewing process nitrogen is used in. The answer is throughout the whole process.
Brewing β The Nitrogen makes the tank oxygen-free; it keeps wort, beer, and residual mash from oxidizing and
contaminating the beer.
Packaging β Nitrogen can be used to put beer from one take to the next, also it is the ideal gas for cleaning,
inerting, and pressurizing kegs, bottles, and cans before filling.
Serving process - who doesn't love a good nitro beer? Nitrogen is a great addition to any beer.
Another reason to consider making your own nitrogen is the concern that CO2 is experiencing supply shortages driving the cost of the gas up.
Some breweries are concerned about keeping up with demand and keeping prices consistent.
So, we said creating your own nitrogen is easy and it is, if your brewery already has an air compressor you are already 50 percent of the
way there β adding a small nitrogen generator is all you need to do. A nitrogen generator separates the nitrogen molecules from the oxygen
molecules within compressed air, resulting in a purified supply on nitrogen.
The idea of creating your own nitrogen is certainly intriguing but getting started might seem overwhelming. Here are four core questions to
estimate the size of the nitrogen generator you would need.
What are the sizes of your FVs (fermenting vessels) and BBTs (brite tanks)?
Do your inert tanks transfer products or packages at the same time?
What is your transfer rate for packaging (cans, bottles, kegs)?
What else do you use nitrogen or CO2 for?
Nitrogen generators are as close to βfit and forgetβ as possible. Some consumables such as filters need to be changed regularly, but service
is often around every 4,000 hours. The same team that takes care of your air compressor would service your generator at the same time.
The nitrogen generator of your choice comes with a simple controller and comes with full remote monitoring capability via an app.
Pneumatech gives oxygen to your business. With the PPOG series, Pneumatech offers an attractive replacement for traditional oxygen supply with very interesting returns on investment.
The PPOG1-120 series uses Pressure Swing Adsorption technology to extract oxygen from compressed air, resulting in oxygen purity levels up to 95%.
The PPOG 2-18 HE series is a true game changer in on-site oxygen generation. 30% more efficient than traditional oxygen generators, the PPOG HE gives you the oxygen volume, purity and reliability you need at a massively reduced cost and a smaller environmental footprint.
PSA Oxygen Generators
With the PPOG series, Pneumatech offers an attractive replacement for traditional oxygen supply with very interesting returns on investment.
Discover the inner workings, versatile applications, and numerous benefits of an N2 generator. This revolutionary machine effectively separates nitrogen from compressed air, comprised of 78% N2 and 21% O2. A gas generator stands out as the easiest, most flexible, and economically viable method for securing your own nitrogen supply. Elevate your professional approach and embrace the efficiency and sustainability offered by on-site nitrogen generation, exclusively available in New Zealand.
Who we are and how Ash Air can help your business!
Ash Air has been around in New Zealand since 1979, and weβve grown into a nationwide company with international support and a
reputation for quality and reliability.We look after all things compressed air for your business!
Reciprocating, Screw, air compressors
Vacuum pumps
Nitrogen
An extensive line of air treatment components
Ash Air's range of Chicago Pneumatic, Alup, Pneumatech, and Quincy compressors are used extensively around the world in industries
ranging from oil and gas to food, automotive and farming, and we bring you these world class compressors here in the land of the long white
cloud.Our technicians are compressed air equipment experts and are dedicated to addressing customer needs. Supported by a 13 locations
nationwide, Ash Air offers one of the widest selections of compressed air equipment and parts available today in New Zealand.
Reliability and Efficiency
With Ash Air compressors, you can count on reliability and high performance for even the most demanding applications. We focus our
efforts on the following:
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