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1500L Brewery Equipment for Growing Craft Breweries

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1500L Brewery Equipment

For Growing Craft Breweries

METO’s 1500L brewery equipment is a 15HL system for growing craft breweries moving from taproom-led sales toward regular regional distribution. A typical project combines a three-vessel brewhouse, larger hot liquor capacity, a matched fermentation cellar, industrial glycol cooling, CIP and configurable automation. The system is engineered around production rhythm, packaging demand and future tank expansion.

  •  1500L Brewhouse:Φ1560×2500mm vessels 
  • 3000L HLT • 1500L FV × 6 
  • 15kW Chiller + 4500L Glycol Tank
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What’s Included in the 1500L Brewery Equipment System

Procurement-friendly configuration designed as a connected brewing architecture—brewhouse throughput, fermentation capacity, cooling load, cleaning efficiency, and controls are matched to minimize commissioning risk and stabilize output.

Standard System Configuration (Reference)

  • Malt milling: XW-G3 Malt Miller 500kg/hr × 1
  • Brewhouse: 1500L 3-Vessel (Mash + Lauter + Kettle/Whirlpool)
  • HLT: 3000L Hot Water Tank × 1
  • Fermentation: 1500L Fermenters × 6 sets
  • Cooling: 4500L Glycol Tank + 15kW Chiller
  • CIP: Portable CIP 100L (5kW heating) + SS cabinet
  • Controls: Brewhouse piano cabinet (digital) + options
  • Heating: Gas/Oil steam boiler 500kg/hr, 0.7MPa
  • Key accessories: PHE, IFM flow meters, oxygenation, yeast adding, sanitary pipes/valves

Add-ons: BBT, more fermenters, PLC/HMI automation, packaging integration.

For Engineering Teams

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

1500L 3-Vessel Brewhouse Configuration

Commercial brewhouse designed for stable extraction, fast lautering, consistent boiling, and repeatable whirlpool separation. Built with sanitary TIG welding, polished internal surfaces, and steam jacket heating.

Mash Tank — 1500L × 1

  • Dimension: Φ1600×2700mm
  • Material: SUS304 inner TH 4mm / outer TH 2mm; dish head TH 4mm
  • Finish: inside polished to 0.4μm; pickling & passivation (8K optional)
  • Insulation: PU 80mm
  • Heating: steam dimple jacket (test 0.4MPa; working <0.3MPa); ~1℃/min
  • Mixing: top motor + VFD
  • CIP & sensor: 360° spray ball + PT100

Lauter Tun — 1500L × 1

  • Dimension: Φ1600×2700mm
  • Material: SUS304 inner TH 3mm / outer TH 2mm
  • Finish & insulation: 0.4μm polish; PU 80mm
  • Process support: grant tank + wort sight glass to improve filtration stability
  • CIP & sensor: 360° spray balls (2 pcs) + PT100

Kettle / Whirlpool — 1500L × 1

  • Dimension: Φ1600×2700mm
  • Heating: steam jacket (bottom + cylinder), separable manual control
  • Whirlpool: tangent inlet; cone outlet; bottom center discharge
  • Steam jacket: test 0.4MPa; working <0.3MPa
  • CIP & sensor: 360° spray ball + PT100

Hot Water Tank (HLT) — 3000L × 1

  • Dimension: Φ1460×2800(customizable)
  • Material: SUS304 inner TH 3mm / outer TH 2mm; inside 0.4μm
  • Insulation: PU 80mm
  • Pump: 5 m³/hr sanitary SUS304; ABB/WEG motor options

1500L Fermentation Tanks (×6) for Commercial Brewing

Hygienic construction, pressure-rated accessories, and stable glycol cooling help reduce batch variation and labor dependency in daily production.

1500L Conical Fermenter — 6 sets (Reference)

  • Dimension: Φ1260×2550mm (customizable)
  • Finish & insulation: inside 0.4μm polish; PU 80mm
  • Pressure: tank & jacket working <0.2MPa; test: tank 0.2MPa / jacket 0.4MPa
  • Cone: 60°
  • Cooling: dimple jackets (bottom + side), 35% glycol, -5℃
  • Standard accessories: dry hop 4″, manway, spunding (0.2–2.2bar), safety valve, sample, racking arm, CIP, PT100

Fermentation Capacity Planning (How Many 1500L Fermenters Do You Need?)

For a 1500L brewery, fermentation capacity—not brewhouse size—often becomes the first production bottleneck. A practical fermenter plan ensures stable weekly output, avoids rushed tank turnover, and keeps your cooling and CIP systems properly sized.

Fast Sizing Formula (Procurement-Friendly)

Recommended fermenter volume ≈ Batch Size × Fermentation Days ÷ Brewing Interval (days)

Example: If you brew 1500L/day, and fermentation averages 14 days, you need about 21,000L effective fermentation volume.

Practical Recommendations

  • Start-up craft breweries: 1500L FV × 4–6 (balanced launch)
  • Stable distribution output: 1500L FV × 6–10 (supports consistent weekly packaging)
  • High-turnover / multiple SKUs: add BBT + extra FV to avoid blocking fermentation tanks during conditioning
Brewing Pattern Typical Fermentation Cycle Suggested FV Qty (1000L) Notes
2 brews / week 12–14 days 4–6 Good for taproom + small distribution
3–4 brews / week 12–14 days 6–8 Most common commercial planning range
5+ brews / week 10–14 days 8–12 Recommend BBT + stronger glycol load

Actual FV quantity depends on beer styles (ale/lager), conditioning time, dry-hopping schedule, cooling capacity, and packaging workflow.

Utilities: Glycol Cooling, CIP, Controls & Boiler

Matched utilities reduce commissioning risk. Cooling capacity, CIP coverage, and controls are designed to support stable daily production and scalable expansion.

Glycol Cooling System (Industrial Grade)

  • Glycol tank: 4500L, SUS304, inside 0.4μm, insulation 80mm
  • Chiller capacity: 15kW (12900Kcal/h), outlet -5℃, ambient 35℃
  • Refrigerant: R407C; compressor options Copeland/Danfoss/Sanyo
  • Noise: 61dB(A)
  • Distribution: DC24V solenoid per tank, insulated supply/return loops, labeled pipes

Portable CIP Unit — 100L

  • Caustic tank: 100L SUS304 TH2mm, inside 0.2–0.4μm, heating 5kW
  • Control cabinet: SUS304, CHINT (Schneider/ABB/Omron optional), VFD optional
  • Use: consistent cleaning cycles for tanks and pipelines

Control System (Digital Standard, PLC Optional)

  • Brewhouse cabinet: Schneider parts, Danfoss VFD, Anthone temp controller
  • Functions: pump on/off, pump speed, agitator motor, manual heating switches
  • Options: PLC + touch screen, remote flow meter display, upgraded electrical brands

Steam Boiler (Including Oil-fired, Gas-fired and Electric Boilers)

Steam Boiler Sizing (Final Duty per Approved Calculation)

  • Evaporation: 100 kg/hr; pressure: 0.7MPa; steam 170℃
  • Fuel: natural gas 7 m³/h or diesel 8 L/h
  • Control: ON-OFF; AC220V 50Hz (customizable)

Utility Requirements Checklist (Before You Request a Quote)

To avoid delays during installation and commissioning, we recommend confirming your site utilities early. Share this checklist with your engineering team—our proposal will match your local power, steam, water, and drainage conditions.

Quick Checklist (Send Us These Details)

  • Power supply: voltage / phase / frequency (e.g., 380V 3-phase 50Hz)
  • Steam source: boiler type, working pressure, available fuel (gas/oil/electric)
  • Water supply: flow rate, pressure, temperature; soft water / RO if required
  • Cooling environment: chiller location, ventilation, ambient temperature range
  • Compressed air (optional): for pneumatic valves or packaging integration
  • Drainage: floor slope, trench drain, CIP discharge route
  • Site access: door height/width, forklift access, installation path
  • Layout file (optional): CAD/PDF drawings or simple floor plan

Engineer-Friendly Summary Table

Utility ItemWhat to ConfirmWhy It MattersElectric PowerVoltage / phase / frequencyMatches motors, VFDs, chiller, and control cabinetsSteam / HeatingBoiler fuel + working pressureDetermines brewhouse heating performance and operating costWater SupplyFlow rate, pressure, water qualityImpacts brewing stability, cleaning cycles, and heat exchanger performanceCooling EnvironmentChiller location + ventilationEnsures rated cooling output under real ambient loadDrainageCIP discharge route, floor slopePrevents downtime and hygienic issues during cleaningSite AccessDoor size, installation pathAvoids installation delays and extra lifting costs

Tip: If you don’t have a layout yet, send a site photo + approximate room dimensions—our engineers can suggest a preliminary arrangement.

Expansion Path: Grow Cellar and Packaging Around the 15HL Brewhouse

A well-designed 1500L brewery should not be a dead end. Our systems are engineered with a clear expansion path, allowing you to increase capacity to 2000L or beyond by adding tanks and utilities—without replacing your existing brewhouse.

How Expansion Works for a 15HL Brewery

  • Brewhouse remains unchanged: the 1500L brewhouse continues daily operation
  • Capacity increases via fermentation volume: add more 1500L tanks
  • Utilities scale with load: cooling and CIP upgraded as needed

Common Expansion Options

  • Add fermentation tanks: 6 FV → 10–12 FV (most common upgrade)
  • Add Bright Beer Tanks (BBT): faster tank turnover, better packaging flow
  • Upgrade utilities: higher chiller capacity, larger glycol tank, stronger CIP circulation
StageBrewhouseFermentersBBTCoolingTypical Output
Initial1500 л6 × 1000L–15 kWTaproom / local sales
Growth1000 л8–10 × 1000L1–220–25 kWRegional distribution
Expansion1000 л10–12 × 1000L2–330 kW+Contract / wide market

Expansion planning is considered during the initial 1500L system design, including pipe sizing, glycol headers, control cabinet capacity, and floor layout allowance.

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Why Choose METO

Relevant tanks and pressure-bearing components are manufactured in food-grade SS304 or SS316 as specified, with sanitary TIG welding, controlled surface finishing, and documented inspection records. All applicable equipment undergoes documented 48-hour water and pressure testing before shipment. CE, UL, and CSA compliance documentation is available for the applicable equipment scope and destination-market requirements. METO also provides layout, utilities, commissioning guidance and long-term expansion support.

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.

Integrated Brewery Process Checklist

Wort Cooling Ready
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Malt Handling → milling & transfer preparation

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Brewhouse → mash/lautering + boil/whirlpool

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Cooling & Transfer → heat exchange to fermentation temp

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Fermentation → jacketed conical fermenters for stability

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Conditioning (Optional) → BBT / maturation

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CIP → clean-in-place hygiene standardization

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

Buyer Tip

Choose 1500L when a growing brewery needs regional distribution capacity and a coordinated plan for cellar, cooling, CIP and packaging expansion.

1500L Production Planning for a Growing Craft Brewery

At 15HL, the main design question is no longer only batch size; it is whether fermentation, conditioning, cooling and packaging can keep pace with the brewhouse. The proposal should model brews per week, average tank residence time, package mix and peak cooling load before fixing fermenter quantity or utility capacity.

Brewpubs & Restaurant Breweries
For brewpubs and restaurant-based breweries, the 1500L system provides sufficient output to support on-site consumption while maintaining fresh beer turnover. The compact yet professional layout fits well into hospitality environments, allowing breweries to brew in-house, control beer freshness, and enhance brand experience. Transparent piping layouts and stainless steel vessels also serve as a visual feature, strengthening customer engagement while delivering reliable daily production performance.
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Independent Craft Breweries
Designed for independent craft breweries targeting local and regional markets, the 1500L brewery system offers a practical balance between production capacity and operational flexibility. With the ability to support multiple brews per week, this system enables consistent beer quality, controlled production costs, and scalable growth. The professional-grade brewhouse, fermenters, and control system allow brewers to transition smoothly from pilot-scale to stable commercial production without over-investment at the early stage.
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Pilot Production & Expansion-Ready Facilities
The 1500L brewery equipment is frequently used as a pilot or pre-expansion production system by breweries planning future scale-up. Its engineering logic, vessel sizing, and process flow closely match larger commercial systems, making recipe transfer and capacity expansion straightforward. This allows brewers to validate recipes, refine production processes, and prepare for larger brewhouse investments with minimal technical risk.
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Verified Microbrewery Project References

These verified METO microbrewery references use 800L and 1000L systems. They are adjacent-capacity examples for a 1500L buyer and are shown with their actual project capacities.

METO Hanna Hops Beer Co.1
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Hanna Hops Beer Co.

Location: Colombia Website: https://www.hannahops.com/ Project Detail: A client purchased our 1000L 2-Vessel Brewhouse System to upgrade their brewing operations. The brewhouse is fitted with pH

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METO Eden Brewery
Дело

Eden Brewery

Location：      Australia   Website：https://edenbrewery.beer/   Project Detail: In 2016, we initiated our inaugural collaboration with Eden Brewery, an Australian-based microbrewery. As part of

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FAQ — 1500L Brewery Equipment (Engineering & Procurement)

Answers for engineering and procurement teams evaluating a 1500L brewery equipment project.

We need your target output and beer styles, brewing days per week, heating method (the reference uses a 500 kg/h steam boiler at 0.7 MPa), electrical standard, packaging plan, site dimensions, and expansion plans. With these we confirm the brewhouse, tank count and utilities, and issue a quotation and layout.

Multiply the 15 hl per brew by brews per week and weeks per year, then check against fermenter space, since six 1500L fermenters limit how often you can brew. With a two-week ale cycle, six tanks allow roughly three brews a week, about 4,500 liters of capacity per week before losses. Packaging must keep up as well.

Yes. The control cabinet, voltage and components can follow your local standards, and we can discuss preferred brands for pumps, valves and electrical parts where available. Tell us your country and requirements early and we state the components in the quotation.

Yes. The 3000L hot liquor tank and 4500L glycol tank are chosen with room to grow, and expansion usually means adding fermenters, bright tanks and packaging. Plan boiler, chiller and utilities for your target volume at the start. We can review your growth plan.

The reference system uses six 1500L fermenters. Calculate from brews per week multiplied by days in tank and add one spare. Faster growth, dry-hopped beers and lagers require more tanks. A bright tank can free fermenters. We recommend a number from your schedule.

The price depends on vessel arrangement, number of fermenters and bright tanks, heating and boiler, cooling, controls and automation, CIP, packaging, certification, and shipping. We do not publish a one-size price. Our sales team will quote your configuration.

Plan for steam boiler or electric supply, 15 kW glycol chiller and 4500L tank space, hot and cold water, drainage, compressed air, ventilation and ceiling height for Φ1560×2500 mm vessels. We provide a layout and utilities list.

Get a Customized 1500L Brewery Proposal

Send your regional sales target, brews per week, fermentation plan, packaging mix, utilities and building layout. METO will prepare a 15HL production model, equipment scope, utility calculation and project quotation.

Quotation inputs (fast)
  • Country / required standards (CE / PED / UL, etc.)
  • Batch size target & weekly output
  • Fermenter quantity preference (6 sets or more)
  • Heating preference (gas/oil/electric) & local voltage
  • Packaging plan (taproom / distribution)

Need packaging soon?

The 1500L system can be engineered with bright beer capacity, controls and utilities for future keg, bottle or can packaging.

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