Technical news
Technical News
Flooding Diagram
Brave 90 – Update 10A to 15A plug
Celli has informed us of an upcoming change to all Brave 90 coolers to 15A power plugs. This will better accomodate electricity demand during compressor cycles and prevent plug degradation over time.
Font air bleeding tool
When installing Bracton fonts we recommend using our font tool. This handy little tool can be used to release end caps on most of our font range* to remove air locks to assist in evenly cooling the font lines. *For beverage fonts which do not use this tool require an allen key to undo the screw on the bleed port. For more information contact your local Bracton representative. PART: CCF0820
Bracton capital investment
Bracton has implemented a new capital investment strategy to drive greater efficiencies and growth into the next decade. Bracton has signed to acquire a new DMG Mori CNC lathe that will be delivered in September. We will be following this up in late 2019 with a highly customised and advanced Lincoln robotic welding cell. These technologies will provide improved production responsiveness and R&D prototyping capability combined with a new approach to repetitive production.
This investment will ensure Bracton’s stainless production line will be the most advanced in Australia delivering a high level of control and automation. Furthermore, this will ensure the majority of stainless components will continue to designed and made in Australia.
4 Coil chiller plates – Discontinued
To improve the way we manage stock we will be discontinuing stocking of 4 coil chiller plates and increasing holdings of the 6, 8 and 10 coil plates. We expect existing 4 coil stock holdings to last to June/July.
Font spigot size – Standardised
All Bracton fonts spigots (bosses) will be transitioning to 32mm over the next few months. The reason for this change is to bring 3/4” spigots in line with direct tap connections & cobra connections compatible with 32mm or multi clamp branding holders. If any doubt about ordering branding holders just mark the order, “holders to suit”.
6 March 2019
B-Lock quick connect seals
There are a number of B-Lock connection brands available in the market place and while all efforts are made to maximise compatibility between brands (current and past) there is will always be some variation between brands. In an effort to maintain the highest level of compatibility we use and recommend the BS015 o-ring which in our experience provides the best connections across all samples we have tested. In some cases a BS014 o-ring may provide improved connections and can be purchased separately.
6 March 2019
Agitator pump range review
Agitator spare parts range will be streamlined to MID7, STA-8, STD23 and Totton SPC54. Both RIO-7 and STP-18 agitator pumps will be discontinued as they are no longer being used in Bracton ice bank coolers.
RIO-7 to be replaced by MID-7 model
STP-18 to be replaced by STD-23 model
Online - Dispense equipment and spare parts suppliers
Bracton dispense equipment products are now available online throughout Australia and New Zealand from ALL leading equipment & chemical supply companies, for your closest supplier or more information click on the links below.
Professional Beverage
Rob Adam Refrigeration
Spars Beverage EquipmentGlycol Brewery Chiller Range
Brewery Gylcol Chillers
Bracton manufactures a range of high performance glycol brewery chiller ranging from 1kW to 100kW. Ideal for both cold liquor or fermenter cooling applications. Our glycol brewer chiller platform is highly flexible allowing the perfect configuration for specific cooling and flow rate requirements.
GLYCOL BREWERY CHILLERS – SUB ZERO RANGE
Sub Zero brewery glycol chillers are the latest in Bracton’s glycol chiller range. Available in both remote and self contained ready to chill configuration, the Sub Zero platform provides a tailored solution ideal for breweries requiring up to 100kW cooling power for fermenters or cold liquor tanks.
Bracton manufactures brewery chillers tailored to your application. Using our flexible platform, our heat exchange cassettes allow your brewery to add additional capacity as cooling and pumping requirements change, reducing unnecessary capital expenditure or plant duplication.
Using this platform also allows your plant to produce the right cooling capacity rather than 100% on or off, saving electricity consumption.
Reliable
Engineered to provide years of trouble free reliable service, these systems are ideal for commercial brewery applications including crash chilling.
Energy efficient design
High thermal efficiency insulated glycol tanks minimised heat loss from tank in Australian conditions.
Plug and chill
Our self contained chillers are designed to reduce installation costs. Plug in, fill up and turn on.
Note: Bracton recommends equipment is installed by a professional system installer. For your local installer contact [email protected]
BENEFITS
- All tanks are fully sealed to protect from moisture ingress. Ideal for tropical environments.
- Manufactured and tested in Australia for Australian conditions
- All glycol brewery chillers are rated to -10 SST @ 43C.
- Cooling and pump requirements sized specifically for each cooling requirements.
- National and local service support
FEATURES
- Robust high thermal efficiency tank
- Flexible cooling platform – additional capacity maybe added to the same tank
- Tank sizes 80, 180, 600, 1000 or 1700L
- Supports up to 6 Grundfos Pumps
- High flow glycol connections to minimise restrictions
- P-Trap overflow
- Suitable for ambient installation
- Australian made for Australian conditions
- Local technical support and service
- Affordably priced
For information on sizing a glycol chiller for your brewery, contact Bracton on +61 2 9938 1800.
Gas Heater (CO2)
Gas Heater for Carbon Dioxide
When CO2 decompresses a cooling effect occurs resulting the gas output to stop operating consistently. A CO2 gas heater is required for some high flow applications to prevent the regulator from failing due to freezing. One of the major causes of a regulator freezing is gas flow in excess of its capacity in addition to other environmental factors described below.
Conditions which many effect the gas temperature include;
- Speed of gas flow
- Ambient temperature
- Type of carbon dioxide or CO2 Mixture
- Initial temperature of carbon dioxide
This issue is may occur in high flow environments such as breweries and stadiums. By appropriately preheating the carbon dioxide gas prior to the regulator, freezing can be prevented.
High Pressure
Medium Flow CO2 Gas Heater
The medium flow carbon dioxide preheaters are suitable for pressures up to 200 bar (20,000 kPa).
The CO2 flowing through the system are evenly warmed through an automatic temperature control, so that an uninterrupted flow - even when in constant use - is provided. There are two mounting options available.
One has type 30 connections and can be mounted between the cylinder and the regulator, or on a wall mounted manifold arrangement, between the manifold and regulator. The second type has female to male threaded connections and can be installed as part of a manifold “system”. Gas warmers should be situated under cover as the units are weather proof but not waterproof. It is recommended that the power is disconnected when the system is out of use for long periods as the gas heater can overheat the gas. When the system is not being used the cylinder valve should be shut and the gas pressure released from the system.
Model - Size
Medium Flow CO2 Gas Heater - Type 30
Size: 100x110x58
MWP: 20,000kPa
Max CO2 flow rate: 10m3/hr @ 15C
Operating Temp: -20 to 50C
Output: 100 Watt (High Capacity)
Inlet: Type 30 F
Outlet: Type 30 M
IP: 45
Medium Flow CO2 Gas Heater
Size: 100x180x58mm
MWP: 20,000kPa
Max CO2 flow rate: 10m3/hr @ 15C
Operating Temp: -20 to 50C
Output: 100 Watt (High Capacity)
Inlet: 1/4” BSPF
Outlet: 1/4” BSPM
IP: 45
For more information on Bracton gas regulators and regulator boards, click here.
High Pressure
High Flow CO2 Gas Preheater
The high flow carbon dioxide preheaters are suitable for pressures up to 300 bar (30,000 kPa).
Our gas heaters are manufactured to the latest VDE-CE regulations and DIN/EN 60335-1. The CO2 flowing through the system is evenly warmed through an automatic temperature control, so that an uninterrupted flow - even when in constant use - is provided.
The CO2 heater should be mounted between the cylinder and the regulator, ideally on a wall mounted manifold arrangement. It should be situated under cover as the units are weather proof but not waterproof. It is recommended that the power is disconnected when the system is out of use for long periods as the gas heater can overheat the gas. When the system is not being used the cylinder valve should be shut and the gas pressure released from the system.
Model - Size
High Flow CO2 Preheater
Size: 190x90x90mm
MWP: 30,000kPa
Max CO2 flow rate: 50m3/hr @ 15C
Operating Temp: -20 to 50C
Output: 250 Watt (High Capacity)
Inlet: 1/4” NPTF
Outlet: 1/4” NPTM
IP: 65
For more information on Bracton gas regulators and regulator boards, click here.
Glycol Chiller Plates
Chiller Plates + Cool tubes
GLYCOL BEER CHILLER PLATES FOR BEER- SUB ZERO RANGE
Bracton Sub Zero Beer Chiller Plates are a compact solid state heat exchanger designed to cool and stabilise beer temperatures prior to dispense. Bracton chiller plates reduce beer wastage and assist to deliver a perfect and consistent beer, pour after pour no matter the demand load. Chiller plates are also known as Glycol Cold Plates and beer heat exchangers.
- Circular configuration, easier installation
- Patented design
- No maintenance required
- Separate circuits for beer and glycol
- Compatible with John Guest connections
- Available in 6, 8 and 10 product configuration
PL6100 SubZero Glycol Chiller Plate /6 Product+Brackets
PL8100 SubZero Glycol Chiller Plate /8 Product+Brackets
PL10000 SubZero Glycol Chiller Plate /10 Product+Brackets
COOLTUBE – HEAT EXCHANGERS
CoolTube is an amazingly efficient compact chiller plate that provides superior heat exchange capabilities and also allows variable dispense temperatures at the point of dispense. CoolTube is compatible with any coolant medium including propylene glycol, enabling installation and compatibility to all current dispense systems.
For adding on to existing installations we recommend the ultra compact CoolTube heat exchanger for simplicity.
- Circular configuration, easier installation
- Patented ultra efficient design
- No maintenance required
- Separate circuits for beer and glycol
- Compatible with John Guest connections
- Available in 1 and 4 product configuration.
CT1000 Single Product
CT4000 Four Product
Kegerators / Keg Fridge Range
Keg Fridges
The Bracton Sub Zero series of kegerators and keg fridges are engineered to minimise beer wastage, so your venue can pour like and expert and profit. Out of the box our keg fridges are configured with the right equipment to work with minimal technical knowledge.Sub Zero Keg Fridges can also be configured for nitro-coffee, ice tea and other beverages.
Bracton Sub Zero Keg Fridge
- Heavy duty reinforced stainless steel construction.
- Industrial castor wheels for easy transport.
- Integrated drip tray.
- Self closing doors.
- Security key locked kegs storage.
- Bottle shelving.
- Glass retail display door (3 door model).
- Made for Australian conditions.
OPTIONS
Choose from +30 standard beer dispense fonts styles
Custom beer dispense fonts to match venue
Flow restrictor or standard beer taps
Keg couplers to suit all keg types
Gas regulator to AS5034
DDS1SS 1 DOOR / 1 KEG FRIDGE
DDS2SS 2 DOOR / 2 KEG FRIDGE
DDS3SS 3 DOOR / 3 KEG FRIDGE OR
2 KEG + BOTTLE SHELVING