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The Power of Automation — How It Transforms Your Brewhouse (Process Steps)

From mashing to wort transfer, automation helps your brewhouse run each key process with greater precision, consistency, and efficiency—reducing manual operation while improving batch control.

Automated Mashing & Recipe Control

Input your recipe into the HMI touch screen. The PLC system automatically controls the mashing temperature curve, agitator speed, and step mash process, helping each batch follow the same precise brewing profile.
Intelligent Lautering, Boiling & Hopping

During lautering, the system monitors wort clarity, filtration speed, rake depth, and sparging conditions to improve extract efficiency. During boiling, it manages heating intensity and duration, with optional automated hop dosing for accurate hop additions.
Controlled Cooling & Wort Transfer

After boiling, the system automatically regulates hot wort and cooling water flow through the heat exchanger, ensuring the wort reaches the fermenter at the correct pitching temperature with stable and efficient transfer.

Why Upgrade to a ZR BREW Automated System? (Features)

Intuitive HMI & Siemens PLC

The "brain" of our system utilizes industry-leading Siemens PLC technology paired with a user-friendly HMI touch screen. This allows for recipe storage, real-time data visualization, and one-click brewing operations.
Pneumatic Butterfly Valves

Eliminate the physical strain of manual valve operation. Our fully automatic systems use high-quality pneumatic valves that open and close instantly based on PLC commands, ensuring rapid and precise liquid transfers.
Advanced Safety Interlocks

Protect your investment and your staff. The system includes redundant fail-safes, alarm notifications for temperature spikes or pump failures, and automatic shut-offs to prevent overflow or dry-running.
Unmatched Batch Consistency

By removing human error from temperature control, timing, and flow rates, an automated brewing system guarantees that your flagship IPA tastes exactly the same, batch after batch, building strong brand loyalty.

Find the Right Automated Brewing System for Your Brewery

ZR Brew manufactures automated brewing systems from small batch to commercial-scale configurations, with flexible vessel combinations, heating methods, and PLC control options. Select your brewery type below to find the recommended system.

Pilot & Nano Brewery
Brewpub & Restaurant Brewery
Microbrewery System
Commercial Brewery
Industrial Turnkey Brewery

50L Pilot & Home Brewing Equipment

ZR-50

The ZR-50 50L pilot brewery system is a highly integrated, professional-grade brewing solution designed for both commercial brewery recipe testing and high-end homebrewing. Built completely from food-grade SUS304 stainless steel, this compact skid-mounted brewery system combines one multifunctional brewhouse vessel and two conical fermenters on a single movable frame. Equipped with an electric brewhouse system and a precise PID Schneider semi-automated control panel, it delivers the exact commercial brewing experience in a miniature, plug-and-play format.

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60L Home Brewing Equipment & Pilot Brewery System

ZR-60

The 60L home brewing equipment is a compact, turnkey pilot brewery system that integrates a 2-vessel brewhouse, 3 conical fermenters, and chiller on a skid-mounted stainless steel frame. It is designed for advanced homebrewers, nano brewery startups, brewpubs, and commercial brewers needing a reliable solution for recipe experimentation and small-batch production with precise temperature control and sanitary design.

Skid-Mounted 2-Vessel + 3 Fermenters PID Semi-Auto

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50L-200L Pilot & Nano Brewery Equipment

ZR-50 / ZR-100 / ZR-150

The ZR 50L-200L pilot brewery system series is a highly versatile, professional-grade brewing station designed for precision and efficiency. Featuring an advanced configuration of a 2-vessel brewhouse and 3 independent fermenters, this nano brewery equipment allows brewers to conduct multiple recipe tests or concurrent fermentations with ease. Designed as a compact skid-mounted brewery system, it is completely pre-piped and pre-wired on a mobile stainless steel frame. Powered by a reliable electric brewhouse system and managed via a PID Schneider semi-automated control panel, this 50L-200L home brewing equipment brings commercial-scale brewing logic into laboratories, brewpubs, and high-end residential setups.

2-Vessel Brewhouse 3 Conical Fermenters Skid-Mounted (Plug & Play)

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300L Brewery Equipment

ZR-300

The ZR BREW 300L brewery equipment is a high-performance 3-vessel nano brewing system specifically engineered for brewpubs, restaurants, and artisanal craft breweries. Designed to deliver commercial-grade precision in a space-saving 30-40㎡ footprint, this system features a dedicated 3-vessel brewhouse configuration for superior mash efficiency and wort clarity. Built from sanitary SUS304 stainless steel and powered by a rapid steam heating system, the ZR-300 supports up to 3 batches per day. It is the perfect turnkey solution for B2B buyers who require a reliable, industrial-standard production line to establish a successful commercial presence.

3-Vessel Brewhouse Steam Heating Efficiency Compact Nano Brewery Solution

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500L Brewery Equipment

ZR-500

The ZR BREW 500L brewery equipment is a professional, turnkey brewing solution engineered for brewpubs, restaurants, hotels, and start-up microbreweries. Capable of producing up to three batches per day, this 5hl system features an optimized 3-vessel brewhouse powered by a highly responsive steam heating system. Manufactured in our 10,000㎡ facility strictly using premium SUS304 stainless steel, it is equipped with a fully automated Siemens PLC control panel for precise recipe execution and temperature management. With its commercial-grade reliability and compact footprint, this equipment ensures consistent, high-quality craft beer production for overseas B2B buyers.

High-Efficiency 3-Vessel Brewhouse Commercial Steam Heating System Fully Automated PLC Siemens Control

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5BBL Brewery Equipment

ZR-5bbl

Our 5BBL brewery equipment provides a high-performance, turnkey solution specifically engineered for startup microbreweries, brewpubs, and artisanal craft beer producers. This compact brewing system delivers professional-grade 10HL batch output, combining precise thermal control with a space-saving design. Whether you are launching a new beer brand or upgrading your current pilot operation, our 5BBL system offers the scalability, hygiene, and brewing consistency needed to produce premium craft beer efficiently for your commercial facility.

10HL Batch Capacity Turnkey Customization Sanitary Stainless Steel

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800L Brewery Equipment

ZR-800

The 800L brewery equipment from ZR BREW is a high-performance commercial brewing system engineered for bars, hotels, and independent breweries. Built with sanitary SUS304 stainless steel and a highly efficient 3-vessel brewhouse configuration, this system can achieve up to 3 batches of brewing per day. Featuring a specially designed steam heated brewhouse with hot water recovery, pneumatic grain discharge, and a fully automated PLC Siemens control system, it serves as the ultimate microbrewery equipment solution for professional brewmasters seeking industrial-grade precision, even in high-altitude environments.

800L / Batch Capacity 3-Vessel Brewhouse PLC Automatic Control

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1000Professional 3-Vessel Commercial Brewing System

ZR-1000

Our 1000L brewery equipment (Model ZR-1000) is a purpose-built, turnkey solution engineered for commercial microbreweries, brewpubs, and high-output craft beer production facilities. Configured as a complete 3-vessel brewing system, this platform delivers consistent 10HL batch output with precise thermal control, hygienic construction, and scalable automation. Whether you are establishing a new commercial brewery or upgrading an existing operation, the ZR-1000 provides the structural reliability, process flexibility, and workflow integration needed to support serious production goals.

10HL Batch Capacity 3-Vessel Brewhouse PLC/PID Automation Available

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1000L 4-Vessel Beer Brewing Equipment System

ZR-1000

This 1000L brewery equipment is a complete 4-vessel commercial brewhouse system delivering up to 4 brewing batches per day, making it a practical and scalable solution for craft microbreweries, brewpubs, restaurant breweries, hotels, and mid-scale beverage production facilities. Built around a dedicated mash tun, lauter tun, kettle, and whirlpool tank configuration, the system runs on a PID semi-automatic control system as standard — with a full PLC automatic upgrade available — and supports electric heating, steam heating, and direct fire heating to suit different facility utility conditions. With an effective batch volume of 1,000L (10HL) and a compact floor footprint of 70–120 m², this system offers microbrewery investors a reliable, factory-direct brewhouse that can grow with their operation.

10HL / 1000L Batch Capacity PID Semi-Auto Control · PLC Upgrade Available Microbrewery & Brewpub Ready

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10BBL Brewery Equipment

ZR-10BBL

Our 10BBL brewery equipment (Model ZR-10BBL) is a high-performance, turnkey brewing solution engineered for commercial microbreweries, large brewpubs, and professional craft beer operations. This system delivers consistent, high-volume batch output through a precision-built brewhouse, combining advanced automation with hygienic stainless steel construction. Whether you are establishing a new commercial brewery or scaling up an existing facility, the ZR-10BBL provides the production capacity, engineering flexibility, and workflow integration needed to run a serious beer production operation efficiently.

10BBL Production Capacity 5-Vessel Configuration PLC/PID Automation

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12HL Brewery Equipment

ZR-12HL

Our 12HL brewery equipment (Model ZR-12HL) is a professional-grade, turnkey solution engineered for commercial microbreweries, brewpubs, and growing beverage production facilities. This system provides a robust 12HL batch output, designed to streamline your production process from milling and mashing to fermentation and packaging. Whether you are scaling up from nano-production or launching a new commercial brewery, our 12HL systems offer the precision, hygiene, and modular flexibility required to ensure consistent quality and maximum brewing efficiency.

12HL Production Capacity Turnkey Custom Solution PLC/PID Automation

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1500L 4-Vessel Brewery Equipment

ZR-1500

This 1500L brewery equipment is a complete 4-vessel commercial brewhouse system designed for craft breweries, brewpubs, hotels, and beverage production facilities that require consistent, high-volume output. Built on a 4-vessel configuration — mash tun, lauter tun, kettle, and whirlpool tank — the system supports up to 6 brewing batches per day, with a nominal batch volume of 2,150L per cycle at effective working capacity. Fully compatible with steam, electric, and direct fire heating methods, and equipped with a Siemens / Schneider PLC automatic control system, this brewhouse is engineered for buyers who demand production reliability, ease of operation, and long-term scalability. Factory-direct manufacturing, 2D/3D layout design, and turnkey project support are available upon request.

Commercial Scale PLC Automated Control Fully Customizable

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2000L 4-Vessel Brewery Equipment

ZR-2000

This 2000L brewery equipment is a complete 4-vessel commercial brewhouse system engineered to deliver up to 6 full brewing batches per day, making it a high-throughput solution for established craft breweries, large brewpubs, hotel brewing operations, and commercial beverage production facilities. Operating at an effective batch volume of 2,000L (20HL) per cycle, the system is built around a dedicated mash tun, lauter tun, kettle, and whirlpool tank configuration — equipped as standard with a Siemens PLC fully automatic control system and steam heating for consistent, high-efficiency commercial production. Manufactured factory-direct by ZR BREW with full customization support across vessel combination, heating method, tank layout, and control level, this system is designed to meet the exacting demands of serious commercial brewing investment.

20HL / 2000L Batch Capacity PLC Siemens Full Automation Commercial Brewery & Brewpub Scale

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2500L 4-Vessel Brewery Equipment

ZR-2500

This 2500L brewery equipment is a high-output, 4-vessel commercial brewhouse system designed for large-scale craft breweries, industrial production lines, and high-volume commercial expansion projects. Engineered to achieve up to 6 brewing batches per day with a 2,500L (25HL) effective batch volume, this turnkey system integrates a mash tun, lauter tun, kettle, and whirlpool tank into a cohesive, high-efficiency production unit. Standardized with Siemens PLC fully automatic control and robust steam heating, this system provides industrial-grade consistency for professional brewers requiring a scalable, factory-direct solution.

25HL / 2500L Batch Capacity PLC Siemens Automation Industrial Turnkey Solution

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5000L Brewery Equipment

ZR-5000

Our 5000L brewery equipment (Model ZR-5000) is a heavy-duty, industrial-grade turnkey brewing system engineered for commercial beer production plants, large-scale brewpubs, and high-volume beverage manufacturing operations. Configured as a complete 4-vessel brewhouse, the ZR-5000 delivers consistent 50HL batch output at up to 6 batches per day, combining precision automation with robust stainless steel construction. This system is designed for investors and operators who require a reliable, high-throughput production platform with full engineering customization capability.

50HL Batch Capacity 4-Vessel Brewhouse Siemens PLC Automation

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Automation Components — What Drives the System

ZR Brew supplies complete automated brewing systems for craft and commercial breweries. Below are the key automation components that drive precise process control, stable batch quality, and efficient brewhouse operation. All configurations can be customized to your brewing capacity and automation requirements.

Component	Function	Advantage
Siemens PLC	The central processing unit for all logic control.	Industrial-grade reliability and seamless data processing.
HMI Touch Screen	The visual interface for the brewer.	Easy recipe management, parameter editing, and process monitoring.
Pneumatic Valves	Controls the flow of wort, water, and CIP chemicals.	Fast, hygienic, and labor-saving compared to manual butterfly valves.
Sensor Suite	PT100 temperature, pressure, level, and flow sensors.	Provides real-time, accurate data to the PLC for precise adjustments.
VFD (Variable Frequency Drive)	Controls the speed of pumps and agitator motors.	Ensures gentle wort handling and optimal mixing without shear stress.

Choose Your Automation Level

Semi-Automatic Brewing System

•Ideal For: Startups, brewpubs, and brewers on a budget who still want hands-on involvement. •Features: Push-button or basic HMI control for pumps and temperature. The brewer manually opens and closes valves to transfer liquids. It significantly reduces the workload of monitoring temperatures while keeping the initial investment low.
Fully Automatic Brewing System

•Ideal For: Production breweries, expanding craft brands, and facilities aiming for maximum output. •Features: Complete PLC control with pneumatic valves and comprehensive sensor integration. Automates mashing, lautering, boiling, and cooling. Capable of brewing up to 4-8 batches per day with minimal labor, freeing the brewmaster to focus on recipe development and quality control.

Real Automated Projects Delivered By ZR BREW

From boutique gin distilleries in Europe to commercial vodka plants in North America — ZR Brew has delivered complete distillery systems worldwide.

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Automated Brewing — Essential Knowledge For Buyers

Does an automated brewing system cost too much?

While the initial investment is higher than a manual system, the ROI (Return on Investment) is rapid. Automation drastically reduces labor costs, increases daily production capacity (up to 4 batches in 10 hours), and minimizes costly human errors or ruined batches. For a growing commercial brewery, it is a highly cost-effective upgrade.

Fast ROI Labor Saving Higher Daily Output
Can I still customize my recipes on a fully automatic system?

Absolutely. Full automation does not mean losing control; it means gaining precision. The HMI allows you to easily edit, save, and recall hundreds of custom recipes. You can adjust every parameter—from step mash temperatures to hop addition times—giving you total creative freedom with industrial consistency.

Recipe Flexibility HMI Control Consistent Brewing
Do you provide remote monitoring and support?

Yes. Our advanced PLC systems can be integrated with mobile or desktop applications, allowing you to monitor fermentation temperatures or start heating water remotely before you even arrive at the brewery. Furthermore, our engineers can access the system remotely to provide software updates, troubleshooting, and lifetime technical support.

Remote Monitoring PLC Support Lifetime Technical Service

Why Trust ZR Brew for Your Automation Needs

10,000 sqm Manufacturing Facility

Dedicated production lines for copper and stainless steel distillery equipment in Shandong, China.

45-Day Lead Time

Standard distillery systems are completed within 45 working days from final drawing confirmation.

CE and ISO Certified

All ZR Brew distillery equipment meets international safety and quality standards for export markets.

Exported to 30+ Countries

ZR Brew distillery equipment operates in craft distilleries and commercial plants across six continents.

On-site Installation Support

ZR Brew engineers travel to your location for equipment installation, pipe welding and commissioning.

Lifetime Technical Support

Free technical support and spare parts sourcing for the entire operational life of your equipment.

Built in Our Own Factory — Automated Brewing Systems Without Middlemen

Every ZR Brew automated brewing system is designed, fabricated, assembled and tested in our own factory before shipment. From brewhouse vessels, fermentation tanks and glycol cooling units to CIP systems, PLC control cabinets and HMI operation panels, each section is manufactured and integrated by our in-house team. Before delivery, the system undergoes pressure testing, pipeline inspection, control program checking and full operational testing to ensure stable brewing performance. You receive factory-direct technical support, test videos and inspection records before the equipment leaves our workshop.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can your control system manage my cellar (fermentation tanks) as well as the brewhouse?

Yes. We can design a centralized control system that manages the entire brewhouse process and simultaneously monitors and controls the temperature of all your fermentation and bright beer tanks.
What happens if there is a power outage during an automated brew?

Our systems are designed with memory retention. Once power is restored, the PLC will remember exactly where it was in the recipe cycle, allowing you to resume the brew safely without losing the batch.
Can I upgrade my existing manual ZR BREW brewhouse to an automated system?

Yes, in most cases. We can retrofit your existing tanks with pneumatic valves, new sensors, and an upgraded control panel. Please contact our engineering team to evaluate your current setup.

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