50BBL Brewhouse Installation Project for a California Craft Brewery
Expanding Production Capacity with a More Efficient Brewing System
As craft breweries continue to grow, many eventually reach a point where their original brewing system can no longer keep up with production demand.
For this project, Redwood Stainless Systems supplied and installed a customized 50BBL brewhouse system designed to improve brewing efficiency, increase production output, and support future brewery growth.
The new system was built to support:
- 50BBL per batch production
- Up to 3 brews per day
- 3X production increase compared to the previous setup
The upgraded brewing platform helped improve production workflow while maintaining consistent beer quality across daily operations.
Project Overview
The project involved the design, manufacturing, installation, and commissioning of a complete commercial brewing system tailored to this california brewery’s production goals.
The customer required a brewing platform that combined:
- Compact brewery layout design
- Energy-efficient brewing operation
- Automated brewing control
- Reliable daily production capability
The final system helped improve operational efficiency while creating additional flexibility for future expansion.
Equipment Supplied
The project included a complete brewing and cellar setup, including:
- 50BBL Brewhouse System
- CIP Unit
- Yeast Tank
- Stainless Steel Fermenters
- Bright Beer Tank
- Waste Water Tank
- 1/6BBL Stainless Steel Beer Kegs
The integrated brewing system was designed to support efficient beer production from brewing through cellar operations and packaging preparation.
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Project Scope
Redwood Stainless Systems provided complete project support including:
- System design
- Stainless steel fabrication
- Brewing system manufacturing
- Installation
- Commissioning and startup support
The project was coordinated to ensure efficient installation and smooth production startup.
Key Features of the Brewing System
Compact Brewery Layout Design
One of the primary challenges for this project was maximizing production capability within a limited brewery footprint.
The brewing system was designed with a compact layout to improve:
- Operator workflow
- Utility routing efficiency
- Brewing organization
- Tank accessibility
This allowed the brewery to significantly increase output without requiring a larger production area.
Energy-Efficient Brewing Operation
The brewing system was designed to improve thermal efficiency and reduce unnecessary energy consumption during production.
Efficient utility integration and brewing process control helped support stable and reliable daily brewing operations.
Automated Brewing Control
The brewhouse includes automated process control features designed to help brewers precisely control temperature, transfer operations, and brewing workflow consistency.
This improves repeatability between batches while reducing operational variability.
Challenges and Solutions
Challenge: Increasing Production Within Existing Space
The brewery needed to increase brewing capacity while continuing to operate within the limitations of the existing facility layout.
Solution
Redwood designed a compact brewing system configuration optimized for the available production area.
The final layout improved brewing workflow while maintaining safe operator access and organized utility integration.
Installation and Operation
The project included on-site brewing system installation and commissioning support.
After startup, the brewery was able to transition into production with improved brewing workflow and higher operational efficiency.
Results After Installation
After installation, the brewery achieved:
- 3X increase in production capacity
- 10BBL per batch brewing capability
- Up to 3 brewing cycles per day
- Improved brewing workflow efficiency
- More stable production scheduling
- Better support for future brewery growth
The upgraded brewing system positioned the brewery for continued expansion while maintaining consistent beer quality and daily production reliability.
Planning a Brewery Expansion Project?
Redwood Stainless Systems provides customized brewing equipment solutions designed to support long-term production growth, operational efficiency, and brewery scalability.
From pilot systems to full-scale commercial brewhouses, our brewing systems are built around real production requirements and long-term operational performance.
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