Beer Pumps

[dgodfrey62]

Topic Starter

[ollieb2]

I have a question about when to use a beer pump system. I am designing a co2 long draw glycol system for a friend with a restaurant, who is willing to spend the time and effort to convert to a 10 product glycol cooled system.

His first problem is the cooler floor is 16 feet below the tap heads. Additionally, He has an inefficient air flow system that will not keep the beer cold enough at the tap and he has excessive foaming.

At 60 feet of line run, having to rise 16 feet, should beer pumps be used with foam controllers, or can the beer be pushed with out over carbonization?

[Scott Zuhse]

Beer Pumps are not necessary but FOBs are recommended. Build the system restriction to 22 PSI and push the kegs with 22 PSIG. Use a gas blender @ 60% CO2 / 40% Nitrogren. If you are dispensing a stout beer such as Guinness, use a dual gas blender capable of supplying the above blend and 25% CO2 / 75% nitrogen for the stout. You will never have to worry about overcarbonation or much waste.

If you can give us some specifics, we can help you balance the system. Are you using a Kool Rite Tower? 5/16" I.D. product line in the conduit? Wall plate assembly in the walk in cooler? Please advise.

Scott Zuhse, Instructor Micro Matic Dispense Institute

[ollieb2]

Thanks Scott, I will be working with my friend and see where he wants to go from here. I may have several more questions down the line.

Michael Blanchat, San Juan Suds