QTS Brewhouses
Built in the USA and available from 3.5 to 100 bbl, our Brewhouses are engineered for efficiency, flexibility, and exceptional brewing performance. Choose the automation level that fits your operation—from manual to fully automated—and our in‑house engineering team will tailor your system for maximum extract efficiency, smooth workflow, and a perfect fit for your space.
Why Choose a QTS Brewhouse?
- Engineered to deliver consistent brewing results with advanced heat‑transfer surfaces and intuitive UL‑listed controls
- Complete brewhouse solutions available, including 2–5 vessel systems and integrated equipment packages
- Optional equipment packages include boilers, chillers, grain handling systems, keg washers, bottling lines, and more
- Full installation services provided for seamless setup
- Onsite support from a professional brewer to help dial in your system from day one
QTS Brew Kettles
Engineered for professional brewers who demand consistency, efficiency, and control. Featuring a steam‑driven Omega Heat Transfer Surface Jacket, our kettle delivers precise, even heating to ensure a clean, controlled boil—eliminating over‑boiling and improving overall brewhouse efficiency.
- Flanged & Dished top head
- Integrated vent stack with DMS drain
- Glass top manway for visibility and process monitoring
- Built‑in tank light
- Removable CIP assembly for easy sanitary cleaning
- Steam jackets for efficient heat transfer
- Shallow cone bottom for optimal wort collection
- Vortex breaker for improved whirlpool performance
- Meets 3‑A sanitary standards
- Fully stainless steel construction for durability and hygiene
Available Options
- Combination Brew Kettle / Whirlpool configuration
- China hat assembly
- Direct‑fire heating option
- Vent stack installation
QTS Brite Tanks
Built from full stainless steel and designed to meet 3‑A hygienic standards, our brite tanks feature an Omega laser-welded heat transfer surface jacket for ample flow and fast cooling.
- Flanged & Dished top head
- Insulated Vessel
- Heat Transfer Surface Jacket
- Side Entry Manway
- Removable CIP Assembly w/ Whirly
- Spray Device
- Visual Sight Gauge Assembly
- Fully Equipped with PRV, Sample Valve, Butterfly Valves, Carbstone Assembly, CIP Accessory
Available Options
- Rotating Arm
QTS Charcoal Mellowing Tanks
Engineered for precision, sanitation, and reliable performance in the charcoal mellowing process—a key step in Tennessee whiskey production. Built from full stainless steel and designed to meet 3‑A hygienic standards, these tanks offer customizable agitation and configuration options to match any processing environment.
Key Features
- Turbine mixer
- Bottom sweep
- Bottom & side sweep
- Scrape surface
- Counter‑rotating agitation
- Plate mount, bridge mount, or clamp mount agitator configurations
Available Options
- Single‑shell or insulated vessel
- Heat transfer surface (HTS)
- Adjustable baffle
- Multiple top‑head options: flanged & dished, flat flanged, or hinged cover
- External ladder assembly
- Footing options: foot pads, adjustable feet, casters, or load cells
- Manway safety guards
- Instrumentation packages
- Removable CIP assembly
QTS External Calandrias
Our Steam‑Driven External Calandria provides precise, efficient wort boiling without relying on a heat‑transfer surface kettle jacket. Designed as a cylindrical shell‑and‑tube system, each Calandria is custom‑sized to match the exact requirements of your brewhouse, ensuring optimal boil performance and energy efficiency.
Key Features
- Insulated shell‑and‑tube design for consistent heat transfer
- 316L sanitary inner tubes
- Flanged ends for easy access and maintenance
- Square tube frame with adjustable feet
- Built to 3‑A sanitary standards
- Complete stainless steel construction for long‑term durability
Available Options
- Flexible, custom‑engineered configurations to fit your brewhouse layout
QTS Fermentation Tanks
Sized for maximum yield due to our freeboard calculations. Higher yield results in greater ROI. Our fermenters utilize the function and precision of Omega laser-welded heat transfer surface jackets, which allow increased flow and quicker crash times.
Key Features
- Flanged and dished top head
- Toriconical Bottom Cone
- Insulated Vessel
- Heat Transfer Surface Jacket
- Top/Bottom/Side Entry Manway
- Removable CIP Assembly w/ Whirly Spray Device
- Racking Arm
- Fully Equipped (PRV, Sample Valve, Butterfly Valves, CIP Accessory)
- 3-A Standards
- Complete Stainless Steel Construction
Available Options
- UNI Tank configuration
QTS Hot & Cold Liquor Tanks
- Flanged & Dished top head
- Round Cross-Arm Manway
- Insulated Vessel
- Heat Transfer Surface Jacket
- F&D or Flat Pitched Bottom
- Overflow
- 3-A Standards
- Complete Stainless Steel Construction
Available Options
- 304 or 316L Stainless Steel
- Visual Sight Gauge
- Immersion Heaters
QTS Horizontal Lager Tanks
Engineered for superior cooling efficiency and consistent lagering performance. The horizontal design increases wort‑to‑surface area contact, improving heat transfer and delivering faster, more uniform cold conditioning.
- Flanged & Dished heads
- Fully insulated vessel for temperature stability
- Heat Transfer Surface (HTS) jacket for efficient cooling
- 1/4″ thick formed saddle with adjustable feet
- Oval swing‑in manway for easy access
- Removable CIP assembly with whirly spray device
- Fully equipped with PRV, sample valve, butterfly valves, and CIP accessories
- Built to 3‑A sanitary standards
- Complete stainless steel construction for long‑term durability
Available Options
- Stacked tank configuration
- Visual sight gauge assembly
QTS Mash Cookers/Tanks
- Flanged & Dished top head
- NORD Gear Drive
- Turbine Agitation
- Glass Top Manway
- Tank Light
- Removable CIP Assembly
- Side Wall Baffles
- Steam Jackets
- Shallow Cone Bottom
- 3-A Standards
- Complete Stainless Steel Construction
Available Options
- Offered as Combination Mash/Lauter Tun
- Hydrator
- Knife Gate
QTS Lauter Tun
Features a precision‑fit, tight‑tolerance wedge wire screen reinforced to prevent bending under heavy mash loads, reducing grain bypass and ensuring efficient wort separation. Each vessel includes a gear drive and properly sized agitation system for smooth, reliable lautering performance.
Design Details
- Freeboard above grain bed depth
- Flanged and dished top head
- NORD Gear Drive
- Rake Assembly with Plow Bar
- Glass Top Manway
- Tank Light
- Removable CIP Assembly
- Rectangle Side Entry Manway
- Wedge Wire Screen False Bottom
- Shallow Cone Bottom
- 3-A Standards
- Complete Stainless Steel Construction
Available Options
- Offered as Combination Mash/Lauter Tun
- Under screen CIP
QTS Proofing Tanks
Engineered for consistent product development, precise temperature control, and reliable mixing performance. Designed for versatility across food, beverage, dairy, and fermentation applications, each vessel can be configured to match your exact processing needs. With multiple agitation, heating, and mounting options, we deliver a system built for durability, sanitation, and operational efficiency.
Agitation Features
- Turbine mixer for high‑efficiency agitation
- Bottom sweep or combined bottom and side sweep designs
- Scrape‑surface mixing for high‑viscosity products
- Counter‑rotating agitation for advanced process control
- Plate‑mount, bridge‑mount, and clamp‑mount agitator configurations
Tank Features
- Available as a single‑shell vessel or fully insulated for thermal stability
- Optional Heat Transfer Surface (HTS) for precise heating or cooling
- Adjustable internal baffle for improved mixing performance
- Multiple top‑head styles: flanged & dished, flat flanged, or hinged cover
- External ladder assembly for safe access
- Versatile foot options: foot pads, adjustable feet, casters, or load cells
- Manway safety guards for enhanced operator protection
- Integrated instrumentation for monitoring and control
- Removable CIP assembly for thorough, sanitary cleaning
QTS Q-Bot
A dry-hop or slurry-dosing vessel uniquely designed for user flexibility. Our custom tank is used for ingredient addition at many different points within the process.
- Shallow Cone top head
- 24″ Round Pressure Manway
- Interchangeable Perforated Baskets (1/8″- 1/4″- 1/2″)
- Tangential Side Inlet
- Removable Recirc Assembly w/ Static
- Spray Ball
- Rolled Push Ring
- Caster Wheels
- 3-A Standards
- Complete Stainless Steel Construction
QTS Whirpool Tanks
Engineered for optimal wort clarification and is available as a standalone unit or as a combination vessel sized precisely to your brewhouse capacity. Designed for efficient trub separation and smooth whirlpool action, this vessel delivers reliable performance batch after batch.
Key Features
- Flanged & dished top head
- Glass top manway with clear visibility
- Integrated tank light
- Removable CIP assembly for sanitary cleaning
- Shallow cone bottom for efficient wort collection
- Vortex breaker for consistent whirlpool performance
- Trub guard for improved separation
- Built to 3‑A sanitary standards
- All‑stainless‑steel construction for long‑term durability
Available Options
- Combination Brew Kettle / Whirlpool configuration
QTS Yeast Tanks & Brinks
- Temperature‑controlled storage to keep yeast healthy and ready for fermentation
- Glycol‑cooled and agitated for precise temperature and slurry management
- Ideal for yeast washing, sampling, and propagation
- Sanitary stainless‑steel construction for durability and easy cleaning
- Supports consistent fermentation by maintaining high‑quality, viable yeast
Yeast Tanks
Features: Large, cylindrical, often conical bottom, with cooling jackets for temperature control.
Size: Large capacity for brewing large volumes.
Yeast Brinks
Features: Compact, often pressure-rated, with precise temperature control (glycol cooling), agitation, pressure gauges, and sanitary ports for nutrient/gas input and sampling.
Size: Smaller, from keg-sized to larger portable units, ideal for small to medium breweries.
Not finding what you're looking for?
Unlock the potential of your operations with our custom-engineered tank solutions. Whether you need a valve, vent, head, standalone unit, skidded system or fully automated setup, we have you covered. Contact us today to discover our range of options and find the perfect fit for your needs.
