A highly efficient and versatile brew system for craft brewers COMPACT-STAR™ Craft Brewhouse

From vessel upgrades to new builds, a wide range of customized brewhouse configurations is available. Furthermore, with its smart expansion concept and ability to deliver a 2-hour brewing cycle, the COMPACT-STAR™ is fully adaptable for future growth.

• Pre-assembled modules offer fast installation and set-up
• Easy to expand with adding additional vessels for high throughput processing
• Eco-friendly wort production with low evaporation rates
• Highly efficient: up to 98% extract yield in the lauter tun
• Up to 12 brews within 24 hours means highest throughputs, even in a one-shift operation
• Compatible with infusion and decoction mashing regimes

The small footprint of the COMPACT-STAR™ means it’s easy to ship and the vessel modules can be freely positioned for a fully flexible brewhouse design. Plus, optional MILLSTAR™ wet milling technology offers faster lautering and higher throughputs, and the internal calandria with a multi-level wort spreader and JETSTAR™ two-phase boiling technology provides eco-friendly wort production. Fitted with a GEA-designed grist hydrator and mash agitator, additional specifications include the following:

• GEA lauter technologies provide differential pressure monitoring and complete control
• Fully automated GEARBOXX™ ensures repeatable production, process visualization and remote support
• Compliance with stringent safety standards
• Kettle/whirlpool available for optimized throughputs with fewer vessels
• Vessels and support constructed from stainless steel (polished or matte finish).