Master Brewers Podcast
Episode 318: IoT Autoclave
Oct 7, 2024
Matt Cottrell, quality manager and microbiologist at Lord Hobo Brewery, shares insights on how affordable automation in the brewing process can enhance quality and free up resources. He highlights the importance of timing and venting in sterilization with IoT autoclaves. Their humorous journey testing a new IoT device reveals critical sterilization challenges. Cottrell emphasizes mastering heat transfer in autoclave operations and discusses how IoT solutions can optimize efficiency, showcasing the significant impact on brewery operations.
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Quick takeaways
- Implementing affordable automation, like smart pressure cookers, can significantly enhance sterilization efficiency and quality in breweries of all sizes.
- Leveraging IoT technology in monitoring processes streamlines operations, allowing brewers to focus on critical tasks without unnecessary interruptions.
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Affordable Automation for Breweries
Affordable automation can significantly enhance efficiency and quality in breweries of all sizes. The use of automated systems allows brewers to streamline tasks such as sterilization processes, freeing up valuable time for more critical activities. For instance, implementing an automated solution for autoclaving tasks, such as using a consumer-grade pressure cooker rigged with smart technology, can eliminate the need for constant manual monitoring. This not only saves time but also improves the consistency and reliability of sterilization processes, ensuring that microbiological samples are processed effectively.
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