In the brewing process of alcoholic beverages, the fermentation stage produces a by-product that is often overlooked: heat. It must be noted that the heat generated by normal beer fermentation activities can raise the process temperature by 10-15°F. Under ideal circumstances, the brewing process sho

Most brewery chillers use a solution of ethylene glycol in the water as a coolant (although other refrigerants are available). These units have the following advantages: The glycol helps prevent circulation lines from freezing at low temperatures and clogging the refrigeration unit Glycol has lubricating properties and can be used to keep the cooling pump running smoothly ​Glycol retains more heat and helps cool the beer effectively