Complete Micro Brewery Equipment Solutions: How Micet Helps You Start, Grow, and Succeed
08 May
Are you planning to build a microbrewery? Worried about equipment, design, and what to expect? Read on to learn how Micet, a trusted global brewery equipment manufacturer, removes the guesswork so you can focus on brewing your dream beer.
Starting a brewery sounds exciting! But, many brewers face real problems:
Confusing Equipment Choices: Mash tuns? Glycol cooling? Can you tell what you really need—or what will work as you grow?
High Startup Costs: Industry data shows average startup costs between $250,000 and $1.5 million, and up to 60% is spent on equipment alone .
Compliance and Certification: Regulations vary between countries, and you want your investment protected.
Getting the Right Fit: One size does not fit all. Small batch systems? Commercial setups? What fits your unique space and ambition?
Scaling Up: How will you expand from nano to microbrewery, or micro to commercial, without major downtime or new learning curves?
After-Sales Support: What if your system breaks down after install? Who do you call? Who actually responds?
Building a Brewery
What Happens If You Get It Wrong?
If you don’t solve these problems, you may face:
Expensive Repairs or Unusable Equipment: Choosing incompatible or poorly designed systems can cost you thousands in lost productivity and replacement bills.
Production Bottlenecks: Outgrowing your equipment means costly, disruptive upgrades.
Legal Liabilities & Delays: Non-certified gear can cause problems getting brewing licenses.
Wasted Time Learning: Figuring out automation, cleaning, packaging, and compliance on your own is overwhelming.
Customer Disappointments: Downtime and product inconsistency will hurt your brand.
Financial Strain: Overpaying for unnecessary features, or making do with unreliable used gear, can delay your dream.
Micet Provides the Turnkey Microbrewery Advantage
Why Choose Micet?
Micet integrates R&D, design, production, and global sales into one streamlined solution. Here’s what you get:
Full Customization: We tailor brewing solutions for you—from initial craft brewery setup to commercial expansion.
Complete Product Lines: Everything you need under one roof (see below!).
Proven Excellence: 15+ years’ experience | 86 countries | Over 1,000 breweries & wineries launched.
Global Support: 12 worldwide service centers and local offices—in France, Australia, Canada, Argentina, Chile, and more.
Quality Assured: 3-year warranty on tanks; 1-year on auxiliaries and accessories.
Expert Team: CEO Nancy leads our team, including 13-year experienced production experts and quality inspectors. Our service support team has 22 years’ hands-on brewing and process knowledge.
Innovation Focus: We keep learning and evolving—so you always have access to the latest brewery tech and automation.
Ready to see how Micet’s expertise delivers real-world results? Read on!
All our equipment is made using food-grade 304 or 316 stainless steel. It is designed for energy efficiency, scalability, and ease of cleaning—just what you need for smooth, safe brewing.
Table: Your Microbrewery Equipment Checklist
Must-Have Tools
What It Does
Why It Matters
Mash Tun/Brew Kettle
Turns grain and water into wort (brew base)
Core to beer making; scalable
Lauter Tun
Separates wort from spent grains
Ensures clarity, efficiency
Fermenters & Brite Tanks
House fermentation and conditioning stages
Flavor, clarity, carbonation
Glycol Cooling System
Maintains steady, controlled fermentation temperature
Consistency, saves energy
Automated Control Panels
Monitors pumps, temps, cleaning cycles
Saves labor, reduces error
Packaging Line
Bottles/cans/kegs your product
Speed, sterile, professional
CIP (Clean-in-Place) System
Cleans vessels automatically for safety and labor savings
Hygiene, efficiency
([see data and case study for glycol systems’ 25% energy savings versus traditional cooling])
Understanding Cost and Budget Breakdown
Table: Typical Cost Allocation for a 5BBL Microbrewery
Equipment
Cost Range (USD)
% of Total Budget
Brewhouse (5 BBL)
$50k–$120k
35–40%
Fermentation Tanks
$20k–$60k
25–30%
Glycol Cooling System
$10k–$25k
10–15%
Packaging Line (Canning)
$15k–$50k
10–20%
CIP & Sanitation
$5k–$15k
5–10%
Used equipment can save up to 45% and cut launch timelines by six months, as shown in a real-world Hazy Valley Brewing case study.
Want to start small and grow? Check out our 300L500L, and 1000L batch brewery systems—perfect for scaling up as your demand grows!
Key Considerations When Choosing Equipment
Scale & Growth: Are you a nano, micro, or commercial operator? Start with a system that fits your needs, but plan for modular expansion (10BBL 2 Vessel).
Energy Efficiency: Opt for glycol jacketed tanks and energy-saving controls—cutting utility costs over time.
Compliance: All tanks and process lines meet NSF/FDA food safety standards, meeting global regulatory needs.
Automation: Save time and labor with intelligent control panels and IoT-based fermentation management (Automated Brewing System).
Workflow Design: Custom facility layouts for your space and throughput.
Maintenance: Simple, standardized parts and global spares network ensure fast repairs and minimize downtime.
Micet in Action: Global Reach and Real Success
Here is Micet’s impact by the numbers:
Metric
Value
Years Experience
15+ years
Breweries/Winery Startups
Over 1,000 launched
Countries Served
86 countries worldwide
Service Centers/Agent Offices
12
Tank Warranty
3 years
Auxiliaries/Accessories Warranty
1 year
Real People, Real Support: CEO Nancy brings 15+ years’ international perspective; our team includes production directors with 13 years’ fieldwork, QA experts, and a technical support team mastering brewing process and tech for 22 years.
Case Study:
Denver Beer Co. grew from 3 BBL to 10 BBL with modular Micet systems and glycol cooling. They boosted capacity by 300% and saw ROI in just 18 months ([see Cost Breakdown Table for typical savings]).
BrewDog opted for energy-efficient glycol cooling, cutting water use by 40% and energy by 22%.
Growing With You: From Nano Brewery to Commercial Expansion
No matter your ambition:
Start small with 300-1000L nano or microbrewery kits
Grow to 10BBL or 20HL with automated brewing, smart controls, and flexible tank layouts
Building a successful brewery is all about smart choices—from equipment, to process, to support. Micet’s experience, technology, and people make your journey easier, faster, and future-proof. Our commitment to quality, customization, and customer success ensures your brewery reaches its full potential!
Get in touch today with Micet—where your brewing vision becomes reality.
