Why Does A Brewery Need Compressed Air?
Compressed air plays an integral role in breweries both large and small around the world. From start to finish, all details in the brewing
process are managed in fine detail and having the right air compressor is no exception.
What Kind of Air Compressor Does My Brewery Need?
Choosing the right air compressor for your brewery is just as important as the amount of hops you add to your latest batch. You must first
determine what role or what use the air compressor will have in the brewery.
Piston/Reciprocating Compressors – Piston
compressors are best for low-pressure tasks such as keg washing. These air compressors use rotating pistons to generate heat and compress
and release air and are most often used in small microbreweries.
Rotary Screw Compressors – Rotary
screw compressors are necessary for higher pressure tasks such as bottling or canning, which requires higher than 140 CFM (Cubic Feet per
Minute) .Â
What Else Can an Air Compressor Accomplish in my Brewery?
In addition to keg washing and bottling/canning, air compressors are also useful tools for other tasks around the brewery. Aeration is an
important process in brewing, which involves adding oxygen to the yeast during fermentation. Compressed air is also used to power machinery
during the clarifying process. The pressure of the air removes solids and gives a cleaner final product.
If you need help deciding which compressor is right for your brewery, Ash Air you covered. Please contact your local us for
assistance on choosing the compressor that’s right for you.
Whether you have questions about which compressor is right for you, or if you’re ready to improve your operations and start saving
on expenses. Ash Air has been around in New Zealand since 1979, because we offer reliable and hardworking air compressors, as well as expert
advice and support.
Talk to the team today to see how we can help you minimise costs and maximise efficiency.
Ash Air is here for your business longevity!
Your business performance is what we strive for. Ash Air offers a full range of Chicago Pneumatic and Alup air compressors, tools and
on-site solutions. We also provide oil-free compressors and food-grade oil to suit your needs. Ash Air are specialists in vacuum pumps,
blowers, and medical gas solutions. Ash Air offers complete quality air solutions as well as advanced piping systems for the performance
and efficiency of your compressed air system.