Turnkey Brewery
A complete brewery delivered as one project: process design, equipment, utilities, installation and commissioning, with a single point of responsibility.
Key Specifications
| Scope | Brewhouse, fermenters, bright tanks, CIP, utilities, packaging |
|---|---|
| Batch size | 500 L - 10,000 L |
| Project duration | 4-9 months from order to first brew |
| Utilities included | Steam or electric, chilled water, compressed air, CO2 |
| Documentation | P&ID, layout, utility schedule, O&M manuals |
| Commissioning | Dry and wet commissioning, operator training |
| Capacity | 500 - 60,000 hl per year |
Process design before equipment selection
A turnkey project starts from the beer styles, volumes and distribution plan, then sizes the brewhouse, cellar and packaging to match. Buying machines first is the most common cause of a brewery that cannot make its flagship beer economically.
Utilities are usually the hidden cost
Steam, chilled water, compressed air, CO2 and effluent treatment often exceed the equipment budget on a first brewery. Designing them alongside the process avoids the classic problem of a brewhouse that cannot reach rated output because the chiller was undersized.
Commissioning as a milestone, not an afterthought
Dry commissioning verifies rotation, interlocks and controls; wet commissioning proves output, yield and oxygen targets with real wort. Payment milestones tied to measured performance keep the project honest.
Typical Applications
- New breweries with no in-house engineering — One contract covering process, equipment and installation removes the coordination risk of buying from five suppliers.
- Breweries relocating or expanding — Existing recipes are used to size the new plant, so the beer does not change when the brewery does.
- Investors requiring performance guarantees — Measured commissioning milestones give lenders and investors documented proof of rated output and yield.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a turnkey brewery take?
Four to nine months from order to first brew, depending on batch size, whether a building is ready, and utility lead times.
Do you handle installation?
Yes. Installation supervision and full commissioning are part of the turnkey scope, with operator training at handover.
Can the brewery be expanded later?
The brewhouse is specified one batch size above current need so fermenters and packaging can be added without replacing the process core.
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