This clever device allows you to back fill your tank with an inert gas while cold crashing to avoid the ingress of O2 through the vacuum relief. It is normally used on a tee with a normal PRV/Vacuum Breaker. The NPT port is hooked up to a regulator and set to a low pressure. The exact setting used will depend on the volume of your head space and your regulator. Start at 2 PSI and adjust from there. A pin spanner is required for disassembly.
1.5" tri-clamp
1/2" female NPT port
This is a premium black neoprene jacket, tailor-made for the 2 bbl MB Conical Fermenter. Made from 6mm neoprene with black fabric on both sides. Perfect for insulating the conical and using alongside our Reactor Rods.
Make quick work of transferring finished beer from fermenter to kegs with the easy-to-operate four station manual keg filler Optional Keg Filling FOBs stop flow automatically once the keg is full, eliminating waste and making it even easier for a single person to operate the filler Sight glass at the inlet allows you to monitor beer flow from the fermenter—check if you're pulling yeast or breaking CO2 out of solution Elevated sample port for purging air from the system before filling runs Made from high-quality Stainless Steel tri-clamp fittings, custom-welded stand, and reinforced silicone tubing Shorten the time it takes to do your least favorite task with the MB Keg Filler. Our Keg Filler was designed by renowned brewmaster Colin Kaminski to make filling kegs a simple process that can be completed quickly. Connect your tank to the keg filler via the 1.5" butterfly valve inlet, which will enable you to shut off flow if you run into any issues. Monitor flow with the sight glass to see if you're pulling yeast, if there's air present in the system, or if CO2 is breaking out of solution because you're filling too quickly. The highest point in the filler is a plunger-style sample valve sitting at the opposite end, allowing you purge air out of the system and minimize oxidation. The high-quality stainless steel keg couplers have had the check valves removed so beer and CO2 can flow backwards when needed. Reinforced silicone tubing on the beer-out side offers more protection when cleaning and sanitizing the system with hot solution. Clear vinyl on the gas-out side operates as a sight glass to let you know what's happening in the keg—foam in the tubing indicates you're filling too quickly, while beer in the tubing indicates the keg is full. The Manual Keg Filler is available with or without a Keg Filler FOB on each filling line. See the instructions below for operating the keg filling FOBs. 4-Head Keg Filling Station Stainless Steel D-style sanke couplers Reinforced silicone tubing on beer side Clear vinyl tubing on gas side Custom-welded compact stainless steel stand
Replacement pipe clamp for MB conicals and brite tanks. The pipe clamp holds the dump port outlet pipe steady. Intended to be welded in place on the tank legs supporting cross bar.
The ForgeFit® 1/4 Turn Sample Valve is a sleek, modernized evolution of the classic "Zwickle" design, engineered for precision and ease of use on your conical fermenters or brite tanks. Whether you're checking gravity or performing a sensory analysis, this valve provides a reliable, professional-grade flow every time.
Key Features
Integrated Accessory Ledge: Designed with a built-in ledge specifically to secure a sampling pigtail (proof coil) or a CO2 checker. This allows for foam-free pours and accurate carbonation readings.
CIP Compatible: Maintain high brewery standards with ease. This valve is designed to be Cleaned-In-Place (CIP), provided the valve remains in the open position throughout your cleaning cycle to ensure all internal surfaces are reached.
Direct Replacement: This is the ideal replacement option for the standard sample valves found on MB-series conicals and brite tanks.
Please Note: The valve has a small pocket in the moving part that traps wort when closed so we don't recomend these for active fermentations.
These custom lengths of Novaflex® Connoisseurs Beverage Hose will come bare. Pre-cut lengths with fittings installed are in stock and ready to ship. Novaflex is a special kink and crush resistant suction & discharge rubber hose, designed for those more demanding applications requiring a product that meets 3-A (cert# 1803), FDA & USDA standards. This tube is for non-oily applications. Designed to meet the temperatures and chemical resistance associated with “cleaning in place” systems. This ultra smooth microbe resistant tube is built on special stainless steel mandrels for cleanliness. Novaflex Construction: Tube: White Chlorobutyl Reinforcement: Multiple plies of polyester tire cord & dual monofilament helix Cover: Gray EPDM abrasion resistant Temperature Range: -40° to 240°F (CIP to 248°F) Not for continuous steam service in. mm ID 1.5 38.1 OD 2.14 54.35 Bend Radius 4.5 114
Premium Bromobutyl Lining for Flavor Purity: Engineered with high-performance Bromobutyl that is more inert than standard Chlorobutyl, ensuring a neutral, odor-free transfer with no "break-in" period or rubbery off-flavors.
Ultimate Oxygen Barrier: Protects your beer’s shelf life and delicate aromatics with a superior gas permeability barrier that outperforms EPDM and Chlorobutyl to prevent oxygen ingress.
High-Heat & Steam Resilience: Built to withstand the rigors of professional sanitation, handling continuous CIP cycles up to 225°F and intermittent steam sterilization up to 248°F.
Crush-Resistant & Rugged Construction: Features a high-tensile monofilament helix to prevent kinking in high-traffic cellars, wrapped in an abrasion- and ozone-resistant EPDM outer cover.
Hygienic, Microbe-Resistant Bore: The ultra-smooth internal bore prevents biofilm buildup and is designed for gapless integration with ForgeFit® crimped tri-clamp fittings to ensure a sanitary flow.
ForgeFit® Blue Steel Brewery Tubing
The Ultimate Bromobutyl Performance for Professional Brewing
Elevate your cellar operations with ForgeFit® Blue Steel, the premium brewery hose engineered for brewers who refuse to compromise on flavor integrity and oxygen control. While many standard hoses rely on Chlorobutyl linings, Blue Steel is crafted from high-performance Bromobutyl—setting a new benchmark for durability, purity, and protection.
Why Bromobutyl? The "Blue Steel" Advantage
The choice of lining material is the difference between a good beer and a world-class one. Here is how our Bromobutyl lining outperforms the industry-standard Chlorobutyl:
1. Neutral Flavor Profile from Day One
Chlorobutyl hoses often require a rigorous "break-in" period or chemical soaks to remove lingering rubbery odors. Bromobutyl is inherently more inert and neutral. With Blue Steel, you get a clean, odor-free transfer immediately, protecting your beer from unwanted "off-flavors" or leachables.
2. Higher Temperature Resilience for CIP
Bromobutyl’s unique chemical structure allows it to withstand higher temperature spikes compared to standard Chlorobutyl. While common linings might soften or degrade over 200°F, Blue Steel is designed to handle continuous CIP cycles up to 225°F and intermittent steam sterilization up to 248°F.
3. Superior Oxygen Barrier
Beer’s greatest enemy is oxygen. Bromobutyl offers significantly lower gas permeability than both EPDM and Chlorobutyl. This creates a near-impenetrable wall against O2 ingress during transfer, ensuring your delicate aromatics and shelf life remain exactly as intended.
Comparison at a Glance
Feature
Chlorobutyl (Standard)
Bromobutyl (Blue Steel)
Oxygen Permeability
Low
Ultra-Low
Odor/Flavor Transfer
Minimal (requires break-in)
Zero (Neutral)
Max Temp (CIP)
~200°F - 212°F
Up to 248°F
Chemical Stability
Good
Excellent
Flexibility
High
Superior Kink Resistance
Product Features
Ultra-Smooth Bore: Specialized microbe-resistant tube prevents biofilm buildup and simplifies sanitation.
Kink & Crush Resistant: Reinforced with a high-tensile monofilament helix for maximum durability in high-traffic brewhouses.
Rugged Outer Cover: The signature "Blue Steel" EPDM cover is abrasion, ozone, and chemical resistant—built to survive the wet, high-drag environment of a production cellar.
Blue Steel Construction:
Inner Layer: Food-grade Bromobutyl Rubber (White)
Outer Layer: Anti-aging Bromobutyl Rubber (Blue)
Reinforcement Layer: High-strength synthetic cord + helical steel wire reinforcement
Temperature Range: -40° to 248°F
Max. Temperature for Steam Cleaning: 275°F (30 minutes*)
*Not for continuous steam service
Operating Pressure: 150 psi
Inner Diameter: 1.5" (38mm)
Outer Diameter: 2" (52mm)
Bend Radius: 2.95" (75mm)
Certifications: FDA 21 CFR 177.2600
Healthy, strong, properly rehydrated yeast cells that are prepared for a perfect fermentation
Automated process saves labor
Repeatability: process can be repeated by the machine without variables from human preparation
Increased viability and cell count reduces the amount of yeast needed.
The German made Yeast Booster Pro from Quantor offers a labor saving, precise, repeatable method for rehydrating dry yeast. Designed to rehydrate up to 2,000 grams of yeast at a time (available Yeast Booster Max handles up to 10,000 grams) with built-in temperature control and automated pumping in of water and juice. The result is consistently healthy yeast, producing optimum flavors, with greatly reduced chances of stuck fermentation.
The Yeast-Booster is run by a processor. All the required parameters can be set in the menu: start temperature, target temperature, time, etc. From the menu change the language and adjust the display lighting contrast. In the start phase the water will be heated to 101.3°F/38.5°C. Upon reaching the target temperature the yeast is added to the mixture. During the first phase of the propagation, the yeast will be gently circulated through a membrane pump, which will break up lumps and add oxygen to the mixture. Fresh must from the target tank will be added to the mixture every 15 minutes to acclimate the yeast. At the end of the up-scaling process, the propagated yeast mixture will be pumped into the target tank. The Yeast-Booster can then start the rinsing and cleaning cycle. The cycle lasts 2-3 hours, allowing time for cells to become active and begin replication.
The Yeast Booster is equipped with robust motorized valves, a strong pump for faster emptying, and a perforated stainless screen at the bottom of the tank breaking-up remaining clumps of dry-yeast to reach a fine, homogenous mixture. The unit is jacketed for connection to water (or glycol) for cooling and also features a built-in electric heater for precise temperature control during rehydration. Tank, screen, control panel, and frame are made from stainless steel.
110V, Single Phase, 60Hz
Clean and sanitize two full size kegs per 5-minute cycle
Fully automated PLC controller executes every step of the cleaning, rinsing, and sanitizing process
Optional hookup for steam cleaning
Preset programs 1/2 bbl, 1/4 bbl and 1/6 bbl sanke kegs
This fully automated keg washer will efficiently wash two kegs simultaneously, enhancing productivity and streamlining your brewing operations. The Keg Washer has two reservoirs, one is heated for caustic and the other holds sanitizer to ensure a thorough and effective cleaning process.
All steps are easily configurable in the computer control unit. Those seeking an extra level of sanitization, this system comes equipped with an option to use steam for an extra level of sanitization.
Features:
Washes two kegs simultaneously (~5 min per cycle for 1/2 bbl kegs)
21-gallon heated Caustic reservoir
21-gallon sanitizer reservoir Size
Optional steam hook up
Uses compressed air to empty kegs
Stainless construction
Water resistant enclosures
Preprogrammed Siemens PLC controller (preset for 1/2 bbl, 1/4 bbl and 1/6 bbl kegs)
Easily reconfigured for custom applications
6kw heating element in the caustic reservoir.
Dimensions: 43.3" L x 29.5" D x 48.3" H
With Kegs Installed: 43.3" L x 40.1" D x 57" H
Keg Loading Height: 35"
Shipping Dimensions: 48" x L 33" W x 56" H
Hook Ups:
208/220V Single Phase electrical
Compressed Air
CO2
Water
