Equip needs

[wittmaj]

I'm wanting to run 10 drafts immediately (maybe more in the future) and have a run of about 60' total from walkin cooler to tap towers. What length of Glycol machine do I need? Do I need to oversize, is it better to oversize? Also, what size trunk is better in the end?
3/8 or 5/8? Just looking for the smartest way to start the system because I don't want to run additional equipment later because I'll never have more than 12 drafts total.

Thanks

[dcullender@hotmail.com]

Many questions must be asked. Is the cooler and tower location on the same level? Do you want to pour a "nitroginated" beer (Guinness type)? Is the cooler to be used as both beer and food? What part of the country are you? You may need to consult with a profesional installer.

[Scott Zuhse]

Use a 12 product 5/16" trunkline and a 125 glycol power pack. If you are going to dispense a stout such as Guinness, use a dual gas blender and balance system to 22 PSIG at the kegs with these wall plate assemblies and 22 PSI in the system.

To balance using a Kool Rite dispensing tower, install 2 1/2 feet of 3/16" vinyl between the trunkline and tower. This is providing the bar is on the same floor as the walk in cooler. If you build this system correctly, you will greatly reduce your pour cost while assuring resale due to quality presentation to the customer.

Scott Zuhse, Instructor Micro Matic Dispense Institute