SLBC Engineers
This blog is to demonstrate the traditional step by step process that has been in existence for
decades-- CIP Cleaning. This is the starting point for all brewery production cleaning. Our goal
is to illustrate the steps. Knowing that in future blogs, we will release methodologies that will
minimize steps and optimize the process depending on your workflow. Our focus in this blog is
create a foundation of knowledge that will allow the new brewer to be successful in
maintaining their equipment
Step 1 Hose Rinse
Simple hose down of the vessel for a minute or two depending on size. To allow for rinse of any
solids that remain in the vessel prior cycle
Step 2 Caustic Cycle
Dosage 1.5% solution (2 ounce/1.5%)
Temperature 140⁰+
Time 25-30 Min
The caustic cycle is a key factor within the cleaning process. The high alkalinity aids the
cleaning of the vessel. It will break down soils and fats left behind from the brew. Key
elements will be heat and time. It is important to note that note that not all caustic cleaners
are the same. High Alkalinity does a good job cleaning, but an optimal caustic cleaner has
building agents that aid significantly within the cycle.
A caustic cycle can be optimized with circulation and heat. If you can obtain heat above 140⁰-
160⁰it will optimize.
Step 3- Hose Rinse
• Simple hose down of the vessel for a minute or two depending on size. The hose rinse
will again allow for rinsing of any. Solids or debris left behind from caustic cycle
.
Step 4- Acidified Rinse-Low dosing
Dosage: 2 ounces to 5 Gallons
Temperature: Ambient
Time: 15-20 Min
The acidified rinse has 2 important factors:
• Although Caustic Cleaner is a strong cleaner, it does not rinse well. It can allow a caustic
film to build up in this step. The acidified rinse step neutralizes this film. If this film is
not neutralized it can cause a buildup and this build up could evolve into a form of
residue such as beer stone.
• The Acidified Rinse although conditions the tank for future use. After an acid rinse cycle
the vessel is not ready for its next brew. A clean layer of polished stainless steel with no
film builds up. The vessel will have no residue or film for future solids to adhere to.
Step 4-Santize to local Code with EPA registered Sanitize
SLBC Products Proxitane EQ- PAA, SL Star #11403
A further blog on sanitization step will be released… A lot to go over!
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