Author: Henry Chen Publish Time: 2025-12-29 Origin: CASSMAN BEER BREWING EQUIPMENT
Every great beer has a story, but behind every great pint is a piece of engineering that made it possible. While the brewhouse gets the glory for the recipe, the Brite Beer Tank (BBT) is where the polish happens. It is the final checkpoint for clarity, carbonation, and quality control.
At Cassman, we don't just sell stainless steel; we sell solutions to growing pains. Whether it's a startup struggling with sediment in bottles or a regional powerhouse needing to double capacity, our equipment plays a pivotal role in their growth.
In this post, we share success stories from breweries that transformed their operations by integrating Cassman Brite Beer Tanks into their cellars.
The Challenge: Bottlenecks and Sediment
Profile: A popular 10 BBL brewpub in a downtown location with limited space.
The Problem: The brewery was using Unitanks for everything—fermentation, carbonation, and serving. This created two issues:
Tie-up: Fermenters were occupied for 21+ days, limiting them to only 2 brews per month per tank.
Quality: "Breakout" foaming during canning was high, and customers occasionally complained about yeast sediment in the final pour.
The Solution: Dedicated Brite TanksThe brewery installed two 10 BBL Cassman Brite Beer Tanks stacked vertically to save floor space.
The Results:
Efficiency: By moving beer to the BBT for carbonation, they freed up fermenters 5 days earlier. This allowed for one extra batch per month, increasing annual output by nearly 20%.
Quality: Utilizing the BBT’s carb stone and dished bottom for final settling, they achieved consistent carbonation levels (2.6 Vols) in under 12 hours.
Outcome: Packaging loss dropped from 8% to 3%, and the beer clarity became their trademark.
"The difference was night and day. The Cassman BBT didn't just clear up our beer; it cleared up our schedule." — Head Brewer
The Challenge: Customization for Growth
Profile: A regional production facility scaling up to a 50 BBL system to meet distribution demand.
The Problem: The facility was located in a historic building with unusually low ceilings (3.5 meters). Standard 50 BBL tanks simply wouldn't fit. They needed a solution that maximized volume without requiring a new roof.
The Solution: Custom EngineeringCassman’s engineering team designed custom "Squat" Brite Tanks.
Design: We increased the tank diameter and adjusted the cooling jacket zones to ensure proper thermal stratification despite the wider geometry.
Features: Enhanced pressure ratings (3 Bar) were added to allow for faster carbonation of soda and sparkling water lines they planned to launch.
The Results:
Fit: The tanks fit with just 10cm of clearance, maximizing every cubic inch of the facility.
Versatility: The high-pressure rating allowed them to diversify their product line into craft sodas, opening a new revenue stream.
"We thought we'd have to move buildings. Cassman’s ability to customize the tank dimensions saved us hundreds of thousands in relocation costs." — Operations Manager
It’s not just about stories; it’s about metrics. Here is what our partners are saying about the ROI of their Brite Beer Tanks.
"We've been running our Cassman cellar for 4 years now. The cooling jackets are still as efficient as day one. We hold our lager at 1°C with zero fluctuation, even during summer heatwaves."
— Review from a Brewery in California
"The sanitary welds are top-tier. We swab our tanks regularly for ATP testing, and the Cassman tanks consistently come back clean. The shadowless manway design makes CIP a breeze."
— QA Manager, Mid-sized Brewery
Based on feedback from our client base, switching to dedicated Brite Tanks typically yields:
25% Faster packaging days due to stable pressure.
15-20% Increase in overall cellar capacity (fermenter turnover).
< 12 Hour carbonation cycles using our sintered stone technology.
Whether you are a nano-brewery looking to professionalize your packaging or a large facility needing custom dimensions, the right equipment is a catalyst for success.
These case studies prove that a Brite Beer Tank is more than a vessel—it’s a tool for efficiency, quality, and growth.
At Cassman, we don't just build tanks; we build the infrastructure for your business to thrive.
Do you have a challenging space or a production bottleneck? Contact our team today. Let’s design a solution that fits your brewery and your budget.
Q: Can Cassman customize tanks for low ceilings?
A: Yes! As seen in our case studies, we specialize in custom fabrication. We can adjust the diameter, height, and port locations to fit your specific building constraints without compromising performance.
Q: How long does it take to manufacture a custom Brite Tank?
A: Typically, manufacturing takes 60-90 days depending on the complexity of the customization and our current production queue. We recommend planning ahead to align with your expansion timeline.
Q: Do you offer references from existing customers?
A: Absolutely. We have installed equipment in hundreds of breweries worldwide. Contact us, and we can put you in touch with a brewery near you to hear their feedback directly.
Q: What is the warranty on your tanks?
A: We stand by our success stories. Cassman offers a comprehensive warranty on the stainless steel vessel and a warranty on auxiliary parts (valves, instruments). Please check our specific warranty terms for details.
