The engineering task
Fermentation generates time-dependent heat that must be removed to maintain the required temperature profile. After processing, the tank must be cooled to storage temperature within a specified time.
Cooling jackets operate only over wetted area and capacity changes with level. CO₂ generation, spunding pressure, cleaning and a blocked gas path define pressure cases; the slender tank also requires adequate support.
Required design data
- Tank volume, level and batch profile
- Wort/beer properties and fermentation heat
- Coolant temperatures and available flow
- CO₂ rate, operating pressure and CIP cases
Technical solution approach
Balance fermentation and cooling
Model time-dependent fermentation heat, losses and sensible cooldown separately.
Determine active cooling area
Calculate wetted jacket area at all relevant levels.
Size cooling jackets
Match heat transfer, coolant flow and pressure drop to peak duty and cooldown time.
Define pressure cases
Assess spunding, maximum CO₂ generation, CIP, blocked outlet and vacuum during emptying.
Complete mechanical tank design
Verify shell, cone/head, nozzles, skirt and relief for governing cases.
Expected deliverables
Suitable SOL ALPHA modules
The modules form a technically plausible toolchain. Their final selection and sequence will be confirmed during the later calculation against the applicable code and project conditions.