What are the features for PLC control panels for in a brewery and in a brewpub?

If you are planning to open a brewery. TIANTAI BrewTech could help you answer your questions and supply the brewery equipment system. We supply 2-150bbl complete beer brewing brewery equipment system including malt milling equipment, brewhouse equipment, fermenters, brite beer tanks, beer bottling machine,beer canning machine, beer kegging machine, hopping machine, yeast propagation equipment. We also supply all auxiliary brewery systems like steam heating pipe and valves, water treatment, filter, air compressor etc. Everything in brewery are all in our list.Which control is better for a beer brewing?

PID (Proportional-Integral-Derivative) and PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) control panels are both commonly used in brewing control systems for breweries and brewpubs. Each has its strengths and is suitable for different applications.

Let us talk the PLC control panels features as follows:

PLC Control Panels:

Functionality: PLC control panels are capable of handling more complex and diverse control tasks. They can be programmed to control not only temperature but also various other parameters like flow rates, pressure, level, and timing of different processes in the brewery.

Automation: PLCs allow for sophisticated automation and sequential control. They can manage the entire brewing process, including mash-in, lautering, boiling, wort cooling, fermentation, and even packaging, with minimal manual intervention.

Scalability: PLC systems are highly scalable and can accommodate expansions and additional equipment in the future, making them suitable for larger breweries with increasing production demands.

User Interface: PLC control panels typically have more advanced graphical user interfaces (HMI - Human-Machine Interface), allowing brewers to monitor and control the entire brewing process from a single interface.

Cost: PLC control panels tend to be more expensive upfront due to their advanced capabilities and flexibility, making them a more significant investment for smaller breweries.

Conclusion: In summary, PID control panels are more straightforward, cost-effective, and well-suited for smaller breweries and brewpubs with basic control requirements, especially when temperature control is the primary focus. On the other hand, PLC control panels offer enhanced automation, versatility, scalability, and a more comprehensive control solution, making them an excellent choice for larger breweries with complex brewing processes and higher production volumes.

The decision between PID and PLC control panels ultimately depends on the specific needs, budget, and future plans of the brewery or brewpub equipment. Some breweries might even use a combination of both systems to optimize their brewing processes.

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