500l Microbrewery Equipment

500L Brewery Equipment

Built for Microbreweries & Brewpubs

A factory-direct 500L brewing system engineered for hygienic operation, consistent batch results, and modular expansion—from brewhouse to fermentation, cooling, CIP, and future packaging integration.

CE / UL / PED (as required)

Certifications

Compliance-ready documentation for global deployment.

Workshop

Stainless Steel Fabrication

Sanitary TIG welding, polishing, and QC workflow.

Quality Control

Pressure & Leak Testing

Tested before shipment for stable on-site commissioning.

Service

Engineering Support

Layout guidance, utilities matching, and after-sales support.

System Configuration

This 500L brewery system is configured as a compact 2-vessel brewhouse paired with a multi-fermenter cellar, giving you both operational simplicity and production flexibility.

2-Vessel Brewhouse

• 500L Mash Lauter Tun with raking & VFD control

• Steam heating with dimple jacket (bottom & side)

• Wedge wire false bottom for efficient filtration

• 500L Kettle Whirlpool with tangential inlet

• Sanitary finish & CIP-ready design

Utilities (HLT + HX)

• 800L Hot Water Tank for mashing & sparging

• Plate Heat Exchanger (two-stage) for stable cooling

• Venturi wort oxygenation assembly

• Sanitary pumps & piping matched to flow

• Expansion-ready for glycol & packaging utilities

Fermentation Cellar

• 500L conical fermenters (+ headspace)

• Dimple jackets (side & bottom) for glycol cooling

• Safety valve, gauge, sample valve, racking arm

• Dry hopping port + CIP spray ball coverage

• Parallel fermentation for recipe flexibility

Engineering & Manufacturing Highlights

Built with sanitary construction, stable process logic, and long-term reliability in mind. This stainless steel brewery equipment is designed for consistent output, easier cleaning, and smooth commissioning.

Sanitary TIG Welding

Smooth seams to reduce residue traps and improve cleanability.

Polished Interior

Ra-level finishing to support hygienic operation and stable flavor outcomes.

Thermal Efficiency

Insulation and jacket design to reduce energy load and stabilize cycles.

Factory Testing

Pressure/leak tests and functional checks before shipment.

Quality Checklist (Typical)

• 100% sanitary TIG welding (argon shielding)

• Pickling & passivation (on request / per process)

• Surface finishing for cleanability

• Steam jacket testing

• Pressure & leak testing before delivery

• Electrical and pump functional verification

For Engineering Teams

We can provide layout suggestions, utilities lists, and integration notes to reduce on-site commissioning time.

Technical Specifications

Engineer-friendly parameter summary for procurement and integrators. Final configuration can be customized to your utilities, standards, and layout.

Module	Model / Qty	Key Specs	Material
Mash Lauter Tun (MT/LT)	500L × 1	Steam dimple jacket (bottom & side), VFD raking, wedge wire false bottom, CIP-ready	SS304 (SS316 optional)
Kettle Whirlpool (KT/WT)	500L × 1	Steam heating, tangential inlet, trub outlet, sanitary polished interior (Ra-level finish)	SS304 (SS316 optional)
Hot Water Tank (HLT)	800L × 1	Steam heated, insulated, CIP spray ball, stable hot water supply for mash/sparge	SS304
Fermentation Tanks	500L × 6	Conical, dimple jackets (side & bottom), pressure-rated fittings, racking arm, dry hop port, CIP ball	SS304 (SS316 optional)
Plate Heat Exchanger	2-stage × 1	Wort cooling integration; sizing matched to site water/glycol conditions	Food-grade materials
Pumps & Oxygenation	Set	Sanitary centrifugal pumps, wort oxygenation assembly, valves & piping integration	SS304 + industrial motors
Platform & Piping	Set	Work platform, stairs, sanitary piping & fittings (DIN/ISO/SMS options)	SS304

Note: Specifications can be customized based on local standards, heating method (steam/electric), utilities, and site layout. Share your layout for a matched proposal.

Why Choose METO

We’re not only a supplier—we support your brewery project from system configuration to commissioning and long-term operation. As a brewery equipment manufacturer, we focus on process compatibility, hygienic build quality, and scalable system design.

Process Understanding

Configuration based on brewing workflows, not generic tank lists.

Custom Engineering

Layouts, utilities lists, and integration notes for your site.

Factory-Direct Manufacturing

Better cost control, faster response, clearer accountability.

Long-Term Support

Training, spare parts guidance, and expansion planning support.

Quality Checklist (Typical)

Malt Handling → milling & transfer preparation

Brewhouse → mash/lautering + boil/whirlpool

Cooling & Transfer → heat exchange to fermentation temp

Fermentation → jacketed conical fermenters for stability

Conditioning (Optional) → BBT / maturation

CIP → clean-in-place hygiene standardization

Packaging (Future-ready) → keg/bottle/can integration

Buyer Tip

Choose a 500L micro brewery equipment layout that supports cleanability, stable fermentation temperature control, and planned expansion (more fermenters / BBT / packaging).

Applications

The 500L beer brewing equipment size is commonly selected for flexible small-batch production while maintaining professional control and future growth paths.

Restaurant Brewpubs

Turn Your Space into a Living Brewery Experience Nano brewhouse systems are ideal for restaurants and bars looking to serve their own fresh craft beer on-site. Compact 100–300L systems fit seamlessly into limited spaces while maintaining professional brewing performance. With stylish stainless or copper finishes, these brewhouses double as both production units and visual centerpieces—enhancing customer engagement and brand identity.

Craft Beer Labs / Test Facilities

Precision Brewing for R&D and Pilot Production For breweries developing new recipes or testing ingredients, our nano brewing systems offer full control and repeatability. Each vessel is equipped with PID or PLC automation for precise temperature management, making it easy to replicate conditions for consistent results. Designed for scalability, pilot systems can easily integrate with larger production setups for seamless upscaling.

University Brewing Programs

Educational Brewing Systems for Academic Excellence Universities and vocational institutions use our nano brewing equipment to train students in modern brewing technology. Systems feature transparent process layouts, easy maintenance access, and advanced control panels that demonstrate real industrial automation. Supported by global safety and sanitation standards, they make ideal teaching and research tools for food science and fermentation programs.

FAQ — 500L Brewery Equipment

Quick answers for engineering and procurement teams evaluating a 500L brewery equipment project.

Is 500L brewery equipment suitable for beginners or startups?

Yes. 500L (5HL) systems balance manageable batch size with professional process control and modular expansion options.

What materials are used for food-contact surfaces?

SS304 is standard for food-contact parts, with SS316 optional depending on product requirements and compliance needs.

Can the 500L brewing system be customized?

Yes. Tank quantity, heating method, automation level, piping standards, and layout can be engineered to match your process and site conditions.

Can the system be expanded later (BBT / packaging)?

Yes. The modular layout supports additional fermenters, bright tanks, and packaging equipment as your sales channels expand.

Get a Free 500L Brewery Equipment Quote

Share your brewing goals and site conditions. Our engineers will provide a matched configuration, layout guidance, and a budget proposal for your 500L brewery equipment project.

Capacity & batch plan (5HL / day, week, etc.)

Beer styles & fermentation strategy (tank planning)

Utilities (steam/electric, water, glycol, voltage)

Site layout or available dimensions (if possible)

Need packaging soon?

We can design the 500L system to be packaging-ready (keg/bottle/can integration) to avoid future rework.

Request Your Proposal

Fill in the essentials—our team will respond with a technical proposal.

Tip: Attach layout drawings and utilities list for faster engineering confirmation.

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