Herms / Single Tier plumbing

[instinct2]

I have a 15 gallon Stout Tank System with Herms. I've been searching for hours looking for a simple diagram to read with plumbing a single tier system and where valves need to be installed (welder is ready to start building the stand, but holding off until I know what I want). Most of the diagrams are very elaborate and showing complete automation, which is making it harder to understand or digest the info... for a newb in single tier herms.

What I have:
1) 2 x center SS chugger pumps
2) No burner under the Mash Tun (thought is to pump mash water from BK)
3) Duda Diesel Wort Chiller
4) Have not decided if I want completely hard plumbed, partial hard plumb with HT hoses or all HT hoses. Thoughts?
5) Not sure where I want the pumps located (middle or outside or ?) Thoughts?

Any thoughts, diagrams, pictures, or etc. please!

 

[SpeedFlutinator]

I have a HERMS system similar to Kal's and love it. Did you check out his site?

http://theelectricbrewery.com/brew-day-step-by-step?page=6

I know you're not going electric but you could probably get a few good ideas.

Cheers!

 

[PLOVE]

I have a HERMS system similar to Kal's as well, but use the automation provided by a BCS460 to control pumps, PID loops for temp control, etc.

I'd recommend going with soft-lines until you establish connectivity and brewday practices that are reliable. then you'll know that hardlining will work. You might also consider a diverter panel, which would allow quick switching across vessels, pumps. Pretty much what the big boys do.

Good luck!

 

[instinct2]

Thanks for the help! Forgot about the electric brewery. Why are the hoses so long? Assume it's to reach across to different locations...?