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Old 03-11-2009, 04:34 PM   #1
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Hey guys,
I have been visiting HBT for a while now and thought I would introduce myself. Im an electrician from Australia and have been all grain brewing for the last 2 years. I must admit i have done alot more building than brewing.

These are my two Rigs, The first is a 50L all electric, RIMS, fully automated brewery.

3 * 3.6kw elements
8 * actuated valves
4 * temp probes
USB io card
custom interface written in VB.



The new system has a 180L capacity all stainless with triclover fittings and electric HERMS system controlled by an SLC500 PLC with scada interface. It has a tipping mash tun for easy spent grain removal. Around %80 finished another month and it should be a goer....





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Old 03-11-2009, 04:42 PM   #2
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Awesome Setup! Welcome to the forum. This is the best first post I've ever seen!
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Old 03-11-2009, 04:43 PM   #3
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AWESOME! Another forum user to be completely jealous of!

J/k - Welcome to the forums, well welcome to actually "talking" on the forums. You seem to be a very good person to become great friends with.
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damn it, now I have to upgrade yet again.
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Old 03-11-2009, 04:52 PM   #5
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Good Lord, Man. You could open a brewpub! Welcome to HBT!
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Old 03-11-2009, 04:57 PM   #6
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REAL FREAKIN' NICE..... already on the verge of getting my new system in operation, then some jerk comes in and sucks the damn wind right out of my sails.
Bloody awesome and impressive system, but I still hate you!
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Great system!

How much automation did you put into your computer stand?

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Oh yeah, and welcome to HBT. Now, please excuse me while I try to beat myself to death with my mash paddle.....
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Thanks for the warm welcome guys, opening a brewpub or similar is definitely a long term goal..
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Great system!

How much automation did you put into your computer stand?

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haha , just tipped out the apples and bobs your uncle...
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