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Pioneers
JVNW, Inc. is an original partner in the pioneering efforts to revive craft brewing in this country. Established in 1981 to supply tanks and equipment to all beverage producers, JVNW began building brewing vessels in a scale to fit the requirements of the small brewer. JVNW manufactured the very first brewing equipment for the early craft breweries in Oregon, Washington and California. We have supplied equipment to over 600 breweries worldwide.
"...We love you guys (and gals). Please pass on to the entire crew how gorgeous the tanks are and thank you very much to the whole team. They arrived safely and were installed safely."
-Head of Brewing Operations
St. Louis Brewing Company
Craft Brewing
JVNW is an equipment manufacturing company which recognizes the specific needs of the microbrewery segment of the brewing industry. Our products range from individual pieces of equipment to complete turn-key systems. We can simplify for you, the complexities of the overall brewing process. Our services include brewery sizing, equipment layout, professional installation, system testing, technical assistance, and follow-up support.
Each step of the brewing process has many options. Our vessels can be designed with versatility, allowing for the brewery functions to be combined in fewer vessels for economy, or separated into several vessels for increased capacity. A full line of spare parts and accessories are in stock at all times for your convenience. The on-line parts store can be found by clicking on the "Order Parts" button on the top of this page.
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Unitanks
Lager or Ale?
It is a common misconception that all ale is dark and bitter, while lagers are pale and mild. To the contrary, it is possible to brew a pale, light bodied ale, or a rich, bitter black lager. A full range of flavor and color can be brewed within each style. Although ales do tend to be more fruity and assertive while lagers are typically crisp and mellow, the greatest difference between the two beers is their production method.
Ales can be produced in ten to fourteen days, while lagers require three to five weeks. Obviously the capital required for a lager brewery will be greater, as two to three times as many cellar vessels are required to produce the same amount of beer. Longer aging, yeast strain, and lower fermentation temperatures contribute to the clean crisp flavor of lagers while shorter high temperature fermentation of the ale produce the fruity more assertive brew. Some areas of the country are more accustomed to the crisp Germanic lager style, while other regions may prefer the English style ale.
JVNW Documentation
The JVNW Brewery Installation Manual will be indispensable to you. The manual is in a handy binder and will be indexed for easy reference. It will include very detailed instructions as well as general comments and suggestions. Each section will be directed to either a sub-contractor or dedicated to a piece of equipment. All of your tank specifications and sketches will be included in this book. Your manuals concerning burners, controllers, pumps, and milling machinery will be indexed and organized for you. The descriptions of the chiller and the filter as well as the heat exchanger will be detailed and clear. It will cover carbonation and pressure/vacuum concerns. Your sight glasses and hoses and fittings will be included. All the specs in one book to get your brewery rolling and on its way to making great beer.
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Bright Beer Tanks
Process Flow
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Brewery Sizing
Your CAD generated layouts will clearly position all brewery components. They will specify where your electrical service and drains should be. It will locate and provide details for all other pertinent and critical information.
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| The process flow will map out for you the route your beer will take. A JVNW piping system is a guarantee of sanitation. Improper piping will foster organisms which can contaminate your beer. The controls within the system are conveniently and ergonomically placed, and our piping system has the added advantage of being configured to visually enhance the overall appearance of the entire brewery. |  |
Brewery Performance Parameter and Sample Layout
| MANPOWER REQUIREMENTS .5 - 1.5 workers/1000 bbls yearly capacity, Average .75 workers/1000 bbls |
BREWHOUSE YIELD Single Temperature Infusion 50 - 68% Temperature Programmed Mash 65 - 72% |
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| UTILITIES Electrical 20 - 35 kWh/bbl Natural Gas 2 - 3.7 Thermos/bbl Water 6 - 8 BBL's water/bbl beer produced Refrigeration 10 - 20 BTU chiller capacity/bbl yearly capacity Direct Fired Brew Kettle 25,000 30,000 BTU/bbl Cast Wort |
SPACE REQUIREMENTS Complete Brewery .5 - 1 sq. ft./bbl of yearly capacity Sacked Malt Storage .15 - .25 sq. ft./bbl of yearly capacity |
Brewery Considerations
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Schedule grand opening, two to four weeks after your perfect beer has been brewed. |
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