Dealcoholization – Safe Tank Farms & Filling Areas with Explosion Protection
Dealcoholization opens up new sales markets for breweries, wineries, and beverage manufacturers. For production to run smoothly, more than just the process is needed: tank farms, supply, legal-for-trade dispensing, and explosion protection are the basis. We plan, build, and maintain systems that meet all legal requirements – reliably, efficiently, and with future security.
Safe storage and media supply
Alcohols and intermediate products of dealcoholization must be stored professionally. We implement central tank farms.
- Stainless steel construction
- Double-walled or single-walled storage tanks for outdoor and indoor installation, or underground storage tanks
- Piping construction, as well as fittings and measurement technology
- Temperature control and insulation possible
Control technology included
Legal-for-trade dispensing for legally compliant operation
Whether for sale, internal processing, or delivery to dealers – quantities must be precisely recorded and documented. If required, we integrate verifiable dispensing points that comply with the requirements of the Measurement and Calibration Ordinance.
Customs regulations
Precise flow measurement
Problem solving at the highest level
Unloading area for safe transfer
The filling area is the central hub in every dealcoholization plant. Here, products are transferred from storage tanks into mobile containers, tanks, or tank vehicles. For this process to function reliably, safety, operation, and legal requirements must interlock precisely. A poorly planned filling area not only carries the risk of leaks or product losses, but also significant risks regarding occupational safety and environmental protection.
We design filling stations to meet practical requirements and ensure long-term efficient operation. In addition to optimal technical equipment, we place particular emphasis on ergonomics and usability – because only a safe, easily understandable infrastructure prevents operating errors in everyday use. Seamless documentation of quantities and batches is also crucial, as legal requirements such as verifiability and customs requirements must be met here.
- Area concept with drip pan or WHG-compliant coating
- Safe pipelines and filling valves for alcohol-containing products
- Verifiable measurement systems for legally compliant dispensing
- Explosion protection according to ATEX: Grounding, ventilation, zone classification
- Weather protection ergonomic operation for employees
- Integration into control systems incl. automatic logging
Explosion protection according to ATEX
Alcohol-containing products such as beer wort, wine, or intermediate products of dealcoholization develop
highly flammable vapors at certain temperatures. Where such media are processed, stored, or filled, explosion protection is indispensable.
The ATEX directives define throughout Europe how plants must be designed to minimize risks.
Non-compliance with these standards not only poses a danger to people and the environment,
but can also lead to legal consequences and production downtimes.
We develop a customized ATEX concept for each plant, ranging from zone classification
and the selection of suitable components to employee training.
In doing so, we consider the individual on-site processes, ensuring not only safety,
but also economically efficient implementation.
Modern gas warning systems, intelligent ventilation solutions, and reliable grounding concepts
help ensure that operations remain secure at all times.
At the same time, we document all measures in such a way that official inspections can be passed at any time.
- Zone classification according to 1999/92/EC (also known as ATEX 137)
- Fittings, pumps, and measuring devices in ATEX design
- Grounding concepts, gas warning systems, and ventilation solutions
- Comprehensive documentation and employee training
Our scope of services
We accompany you from the initial idea to ongoing operation. This includes:
Consulting design of tank farms and dispensing points
Creation of ATEX safety concepts
Engineering construction of the complete system
Integration into existing media supply and control technology
Training, documentation recurring inspections
Maintenance service by our own technicians
This way you not only get a system, but a complete concept with future security.
Your next step
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Frequently asked questions about
dealcoholization
Why is Legal-For-Trade Dispensing Important?
This is the only way to record and bill quantities in a legally compliant manner. This protects against disputes with authorities and customers.
What Obligations Apply According to ATEX?
As soon as alcoholic media are processed or stored, a hazard assessment and zone classification are mandatory.
Can the Technology be Integrated into My Existing System?
Yes, we plan transfer points and interfaces so that existing lines can be supplemented and expanded.
Do You also Take over Maintenance and Service?
Yes, including spare parts, inspections, and documentation for recurring audits.
How Long Does a Project Take?
From initial consultation to commissioning, it usually takes several months. The scope and desired range of services are decisive.