How to choose a suitable heat source for my brewery?

This long-debated question has no straightforward answer.
There is no "optimal" heat source. Our beer brewing equipment is engineered to function with all types of heat sources, and our recommendations are based on your brewing requirements and setups.
Each one possesses its own pros and cons, which we have delineated below for your convenience.
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ELECTRIC HEAT BREWING SYSTEMS:
The popular choice for 2 bbl brewing systems to 10 bbl commercial brewing systems.
Electric Brew Houses
Advantages:
1)Highest efficiency: 100% of heat generated is transferred to the water or wort
2)Excellent control of the brewing process. (Note: our control systems provide pinpoint accuracy in temperature control).
3)Predictable cost
4)No concerns about carbon monoxide, open flames or explosive gases
5)Can be highly automated if desired
Disadvantages:
1)Cost of electricity is typically higher than gas, BUT it is often offset by much higher brewing efficiency.
2)Up front cost is usually higher than gas fired, but lower than steam boilers and steam piping.
3)Your building needs to have enough amperage available to heat the kettles and operate everything else (varies according to the system size).

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DIRECT FIRE BREWING SYSTEMS:
The popular choice for home brewers and small commercial operations.
Direct Fire brewing system
Advantages:
1)Can be lowest upfront cost (depending on installation)
2)Many brewers are accustomed to gas fired kettles
3)Some brewers prefer the caramelization that can occur with gas fired systems
Disadvantages:
1)Probably the highest long term cost; gas is typically only 25% to 50% efficient
2)You will likely need to provide make-up air and provide an exhaust system for your direct fired gas system. (your city may require a professional mechanical engineer to provide a plan for your building and installation)
3)Some buildings will need fire suppression systems
4)In some states (e.g., CA and TX), the emissions regulations and requirements on gas burners result in significant added costs and reduced efficiencies

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STEAM BREWING SYSTEMS:
The popular choice for pro brewers and large commercial operations.
Steam brewing system
Advantages:
When combined with direct fire boiler, you get good (but not best) efficiency and low energy cost
Disadvantages:
1)Highest cost of brew kettles and heat source (boiler system)
2)Generally, not very cost effective at a small scale
3)In some states (e.g., CA and TX), the emissions regulations and requirements on gas boilers result in significant added costs and reduced efficiencies

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