Membrane Plate Filter Press For Beer Industry-Yuwei Filtration Equipment Co., Ltd.

Applications of Membrane filter press in beer industry

Filtration of wort during wort preparation:
Using Membrane filter press can get clear wort, can greatly improve the filtration speed, shorten the filtration time after saccharification, give full play to the saccharification ability.
Filtration of fermented mature beer:
The fermented mature beer contains residual yeast and protein coagulation, etc., use a diaphragm filter press for coarse filtration, and then use a bag filter (or filter element filter, candle filter) fine filter.
Filtration and recovery of yeast slurry:
The yeast slurry deposited in the beer fermentation tank must be discharged regularly. This yeast slurry is a slightly acidic mixed solution with a solid phase mass fraction of 5% to 9%, in which beer equivalent to 1% to 2% of the total beer can be recovered. The plate and frame filter press with pressing function can be used to press and filter the yeast slurry, and the filtrate can be returned to the large tank for fermentation through the recovery pipeline, and the pressed yeast can be dried into yeast powder for use in the food or pharmaceutical industry.

Membrane Plate Filter Press For Beer Industry

Specification

Model	Filtration area (m²)	Plate size (mm)	Cake thickness (mm)	Filter chamber volume (L)	Plate Qty. (pcs.)	Motor power (Kw)	Weight (Kg)	Dimensions LWH(mm)
G30/870-U	30	870*870	≤35	498	23	2.2	3046	388012501300
G40/870-U	40			623	29		3593	427012501300
G50/870-U	50			789	37		4057	479012501300
G60/870-U	60			955	45		4597	531012501300
G70/870-U	70			1121	53		5136	583012501300
G80/870-U	80			1287	61		5636	635012501300
G50/1000-U	50	1000*1000		776	27	4	4352	427015001400
G60/1000-U	60			943	33		4480	470015001400
G70/1000-U	70			1109	39		5263	513015001400
G80/1000-U	80			1275	45		5719	556015001400
G100/1000-U	100			1608	57		6555	641015001400
G120/1000-U	120			1941	69		7466	726015001400
G80/1250-U	80	1250*1250	≤40	1560	29	5.5	10900	483018001600
G100/1250-U	100			1975	37		11750	544018001600
G120/1250-U	120			2391	45		12600	606018001600
G150/1250-U	150			2911	55		13620	682018001600
G160/1250-U	160			3119	59		14470	713018001600
G200/1250-U	200			3847	73		15320	820018001600
G240/1250-U	240			4679	89		16170	942018001600
G250/1250-U	250			4783	91		17020	957018001600
G200/1500-U	200	1500*1500		3809	49	11	26120	714022001820
G250/1500-U	250			4723	61		26930	773022001820
G300/1500-U	300			5637	73		28160	872022001820
G350/1500-U	350			6551	85		29600	1011022001820
G400/1500-U	400			7618	99		31500	1126022001820
G450/1500-U	450			8532	111		33400	1225022001820
G500/1500-U	500			9446	123		33380	1324022001820
G600/2000-U	600	2000*2000		11901	85	15	54164	1303030002500
G700/2000-U	700			13838	99		58300	1439030002500
G800/2000-U	800			14945	107		62460	1577030002500
G900/2000-U	900			17713	127		66620	1715030002500
G1000/2000-U	1000			19651	141		70780	1853030002500

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is the membrane filter press specifically recommended for the beer brewing industry?

In brewing, the goal is to maximize the recovery of high-value beer trapped within spent grain or yeast slurries. Unlike standard chamber presses, the membrane filter press uses inflatable diaphragms to squeeze the cake after initial filtration. This secondary mechanical compression extracts significantly more liquid from the slurry, which improves the overall yield of the beer and reduces waste loss.

How does this equipment ensure the sanitary requirements (cGMP) for beer production?

The filter press is constructed using food-grade materials to meet strict hygiene standards. The internal filter plates are made of non-toxic, high-strength food-grade polypropylene, and all sealing components utilize food-grade silicone rubber to prevent any contamination. Furthermore, the design minimizes dead zones, allowing for thorough cleaning and sanitation of the entire system between production batches.

What is the benefit of the "squeeze" process in terms of beer cake dryness?

The membrane squeezing process significantly increases the dryness of the yeast or grain "cake." By applying uniform pressure across the membrane, you can achieve a much higher solid content in the discarded byproduct. This makes the spent grain or yeast slurry easier to handle, transport, and dispose of, and it often increases the potential value of the byproduct for secondary uses like animal feed or ingredient manufacturing.

Does the filtration process affect the flavor or clarity of the beer?

No, the system is designed for high-clarity separation. By using appropriate filtration media (such as filter cloths or papers suited for beer filtration), the press effectively removes suspended solids, spent yeast, and haze-causing particles without stripping away the essential profile of the beer. The enclosed operation also prevents oxidation, which helps maintain the fresh flavor and shelf-stability of the final product.

Can this filter press handle different types of beer sludge, such as yeast slurry and trub?

Yes, it is highly versatile. The machine is designed to handle various types of brewing residues, including primary yeast, secondary yeast, and hot/cold trub. Because the membrane squeeze pressure is adjustable, you can customize the filtration and squeezing parameters to match the viscosity and solid content of the specific slurry type, ensuring optimal liquid recovery regardless of the material characteristics.