Brewery Extract Measurement

Extract Monitor for the Brewery Industry

EXTRACT MONITOR uses the functionality of either RHOTEC (density measurement) or SONATEC (sound velocity measurement) for extract measurement in breweries. Typically, the extract measurement is done during lautering and wort boiling. The instrument is designed for applications requiring maximum sensitivity and highest accuracy. It is easy to operate and maintenance-free.

RHOTEC

For density measurement the liquid flows through a thin U-shaped tube inside the sensor. Using electromagnets, the tube is excited to oscillate at the resonant frequency. At the same time, an integrated reference oscillator measures the oscillation characteristics. Even the smallest changes in fluid density have an impact on the detected signal and are identified with highest precision.

SONATEC

For sound velocity measurement a sound pulse is created by a piezo-element in a sonic transmitter. It moves perpendicular to the product flow towards a sonic receiver where it is detected. Since the distance between transmitter and receiver is known, the sound velocity can easily be calculated by measuring the travel time of the sonic signal.

BEER MONITOR

BEER MONITOR is a variant of COMBITEC and allows measuring simultaneously alcohol and extract during the production of beer and beer-based mixed drinks. The original gravity is automatically calculated and displayed by the sensor.