Crafting Consistency and Growth with a CASSMAN 2000L Brewhouse

Project Title: Custom 2000L 3-Vessel Brewhouse for a Leading Urban Craft Brewery

Client: A popular and award-winning craft brewery in Chengdu, China.

Location: Chengdu, Sichuan Province, China

Introduction

In the heart of Chengdu, a city renowned for its dynamic culinary scene, a passionate craft brewery had captured the loyalty of local beer enthusiasts. Their taproom was always bustling, but their small, pilot-sized brewing system could no longer keep up. To transition from a local favorite to a regional craft beer leader, they needed a significant upgrade in production capacity, consistency, and efficiency. They chose CASSMAN to be their partner in this crucial growth phase.

The Challenge: Bridging the Gap Between Passion and Production

The client faced a classic dilemma for successful craft breweries:

1. Production Bottleneck: Their existing system required multiple brews to fill a single fermenter, leading to inconsistencies and an inability to meet the growing demand from their taproom and partner bars.

2. Desire for Distribution: They aimed to launch a canned beer line for retail distribution, a venture that requires absolute batch-to-batch consistency and quality control.

3. Operational Efficiency: Their manual system was labor-intensive and inefficient, consuming excessive time and resources that could be better spent on recipe development and marketing.

4. Brand Image: They wanted their new brewhouse to be a showpiece—a gleaming centerpiece for their taproom that reflected the quality and professionalism of their brand.

CASSMAN's Solution: An Efficient and Flexible 2000L Brewhouse

Understanding the client's need for a balance of performance, flexibility, and aesthetics, CASSMAN designed and delivered a highly efficient 2000L 3-Vessel Brewhouse.

This system was specifically configured to maximize output within a compact footprint, making it ideal for urban breweries where space is often a premium.

Key System Features:

• Configuration: A smart 3-Vessel System featuring a combined Mash/Lauter Tun, a combined Kettle/Whirlpool Tun, and a dedicated Hot Liquor Tank (HLT). This setup allows for overlapping processes, significantly shortening the brew day.

• Semi-Automated Control: The brewhouse was equipped with an integrated control panel with PID controllers, allowing for precise temperature management for step-mashing and boiling. Key pumps and valves were centrally controlled, offering the perfect balance between manual brewing artistry and automated precision.

• Brewer-Centric Design: Features like a glass manway, 360° CIP spray balls, a tangential whirlpool inlet for better trub separation, and an integrated work platform were included to make the brewing and cleaning processes safer and more ergonomic.

• Aesthetic Finish: The entire system was given a mirror-polish finish, transforming it from a piece of industrial equipment into a stunning visual centerpiece for the client's taproom.

Project Execution: A Partnership in Brewing

CASSMAN's role extended far beyond manufacturing. We acted as a comprehensive partner to ensure the project's success.

1. In-Depth Consultation: We began by understanding the client's signature beer styles and future ambitions. This allowed us to recommend the ideal vessel geometry and heating specifications.

2. Layout Optimization: Our engineers provided detailed 3D drawings, working with the client to optimize the layout of the brewhouse, fermenters, and utility lines within their existing space.

3. Turnkey Installation: The CASSMAN technical team handled the complete on-site installation and commissioning. We ensured every pipe was perfectly connected, every sensor was calibrated, and the system was ready for its first brew.

4. Brewmaster Training: We conducted hands-on training with the client's brewing team, ensuring they were fully comfortable with the new system's operation and could leverage its features to replicate and enhance their recipes.

The Result: Unlocking Potential

The installation of the CASSMAN 2000L brewhouse marked a turning point for the brewery.

• Consistent Quality: The brewery can now perfectly replicate their flagship beers with outstanding consistency, securing the quality needed for packaging and distribution.

• Increased Output: They have more than tripled their production capacity, easily satisfying their taproom demand while confidently moving forward with their regional distribution plan.

• Enhanced Brand Value: The beautiful new brewhouse has become a major attraction, reinforcing their brand's commitment to quality and professionalism. Brewery tours are now a key part of their customer experience.

• Operational Freedom: The brewmaster and his team now spend less time on repetitive manual tasks and more time on creating new, exciting recipes.

Conclusion

This 2000L brewhouse project in Chengdu demonstrates CASSMAN's commitment to empowering craft breweries. We understand that for our clients, brewing is both an art and a business. Our solutions are designed to honor the art by providing the reliable, consistent tools needed to grow the business.

Whether you are starting a brewpub or scaling up for distribution, CASSMAN has the expertise to build the brewhouse that will fuel your success. Contact us today to start the conversation.