How to choose suitable glycol water pipeline for my brewery equipment?

How to choose suitable glycol water pipeline for my brewery equipment?

Generally speaking, 304 stainless steel pipeline and PPR pipeline are mainly used for glycol water system in most breweries. However, to choose more suitable glycol water pipeline for brewery equipment, there are several elements should be considerated, such as the using environment of pipelines, temperature and pressure requirement, etc.
Using environment of pipelines
Different using environment, different request for pipelines. A simple example is that if the pipeline needs to operate in a high temperature and high pressure environment, it is necessary to choose a material that is resistant to high temperature and pressure.
Temperature and pressure requirements
Material of pipeline need to meet temperature and pressure requirements. For example, if pipeline need to withstand glycol water with high pressure, it is essential to choose a material that is resistant to high pressure.

For your easy comparision, here are some advantages and disadvantages between 304 stainless steel glycol water pipeline and PPR glycol water pipeline.

_304 stainless steel glycol water pipeline
Advantages:
1. Higher level of strength, higher temperature resistance and better compression resistance
304ss glycol water pipeline have high tensile strength and compressive strength, which could withstand high temperature and pressure.
2. Smooth inner surface
Smooth inner surface would effectively reduce inner resistance of pipeline, which is beneficial to the flow of liquor.
3. Strong corrosion resistance
304ss pipeline can be used for a long time in the environments containing corrosive substances.
Disadvantages:
1. Cost is higher
Compared with PPR pipeline, installing 304ss pipeline in your glycol water system need more budget, which will increase your cost.
2. Installation and maintenace is challenging
304ss pipeline need to be installed by professional works, and the cost of maintenace may be higher in the future.

_PPR glycol water pipeline
Advantages:
1. Price is lower
Compared with 304ss pipeline, PPR pipeline have lower price, which could save your cost
2. Easy to install, easy to maintain
It is easier to install PPR pipeline, and there will cost few to maintain in the future
Disadvantages:
1. Not resistant to high temperature, easy to deform
2. Not resistant to corrosion, not suitable for some special environments

In short, the suitable is the best. Tiantai beer equipment company will provide turnkey service for your brewery project. Don’t hesitate to reach out if there is anything we can assist with.
Edited by Vincent
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