Aber Instruments
COMPACT PerfectPitch
Mobile yeast pitching system
The PerfectPitch combines the proven measurement technology of the yeast monitor with a flowmeter and a mini PLC unit. Mounted on a portable skid is the instrument the first, fully mobile pitching system for the use in small and midsized breweries.
- Complete pitching system
- Mobile for usage at different tanks
- Yeast Monitor + flowmeter + PLC
- Compatible with different connectors
- Automation
- Inline measurement
- Process Control
- Belgium
- Germany
- Ireland
- Luxembourg
- Netherlands
- Austria
- Switzerland
COMPACT PerfectPitch – Yeast pitching / dosing system
With the PerfectPitch, Aber Instruments directly addresses the needs of smaller breweries and craft brewers. Particularly when using multiple vessels and different yeast strains, yeast management is a big challenge.
The mobile skid can be employed anywhere in the brewery and be connected to different hoses of flexible lines of storage and fermentation vessels. The integrated Varivent housing accommodates the COMPACT ADAPT probe of the Yeast Monitor, which measures the life cell concentration in real-time during the pitching. At the same time, an Endress+Hauser magflow determines the flow rate.
Both values are collected in the integrated control unit, which calculates the total amount of pitched yeast. The instrument can store up to 50 recipes for different pitching volumes and target cell concentrations. An optical signal indicates when the required amount of yeast is pitched and you can stop the process.
This way, you can achieve sustainable and defined pitching concentrations for a more steadier fermentation process and controllable beer quality.
Technical data
Measuring Ranges | 0 to 100% Viable Spun Solids |
0 to 6x109 cells/ml | |
Note: These limits will not be reached in normal operation | |
Practical Operating Ranges | Depends on cell sizes but typically |
0.5 - 70% Viable Spun solids | |
25x106 cells/ml to 5x109 cells/ml | |
Conductivity range of 0.75 to 3.0 mS/cm | |
20 yeast strain storage | |
Power Supply | 100 to 240V AC input max 260V (Single phase), 45-65 Hz, 15 Watts maximum. |
Refer to Quint PSU instruction note for more details. | |
Power Connection | Connected to 900 Series Buccaneer 32A, 600V AC/DC rating. |
Refer to manufacturers wiring instructions Pt no. PX0911/03/S. | |
Power Cord | 3 core power cable (Live, Neutral, Earth) Current rating: 10-20A, Jacket material: PVC, Jacket |
OD: PX0980 gland pack for PX0911/03/S 7-9 mm Dark grey, 9-11 mm White, 11-13 mm Black | |
Use suitable gland | |
Electrical/EMC Safety | Electrical safety Class 1 appliance handling. MUST BE GROUNDED – refer to installation in user manual. Fuses – Live and Neutral fused. Refer to 6.2.3 |
Environmental | Safe ambient operating temperature range: 5°C to 40°C |
Recommended ambient operating temperature range: 15°C to 30°C | |
Relative Humidity | < 80%, Pollution: degree 2 (EN61010) |
Recommended operating altitude | < 2000 m |
Maximum operating pressure for COMPACT unit | 10 Bar |
Construction Material | All Wetted parts 316 L. Plus other FDA approved materials |
Yeast Monitor | COMPACT ADAPT YEAST MONITOR |
Probe | Adapt Probe- Flush Standard brewery probe 25x75 mm. ABER Part No: 3420-52 |
Flow Meter | Positive Displacement, Magnetic pulse via a reed switch |
Construction material | PEEK |
Flow Range (litres/hr) | 110-2.300 (Based on water) |
Skid weight | 58 kg |
Floor area | 600 x 600 mm (when all wheels are facing outwards) |
Enclosure | IP65 |
Mains Connector | IP68 – when mated, or with protective cap fitted |
Pipe Connector type - In/out | RJT (Male Type) 1.5” |
Seceondary I/O | Auxillary relay switch option |
Consumables
PERFECTPITCH Pipework Adapters | |
4347-00 | 1.5 to 1.5 inch Triclamp PERFECTPITCH Port Adapter (Each) |
4348-00 | 1 to 1.5 inch Triclamp PERFECTPITCH Port Adapter (Each) |
4349-00 | 2 to 1.5 inch Triclamp PERFECTPITCH Port Adapter (Each) |
4361-00 | 2 Inch DIN11851 Male to 1.5in Triclamp PERFECTPITCH Adapter (Each) |
4345-00 | PERFECTPITCH Mains Connector |
4346-00 | PERFECTPITCH Relay Connector |
PERFECTPITCH COMPACT ADAPT SPARES | |
3330-00 | Compact Adapt Yeast Monitor |
2000161 | USB Cover |
Compact Adapt Flush Probe Stainless Steel Body, Beige Fortron End. | |
3420-52 | 25 x 75 mm Flush Probe. Standard O-ring, Retained Ring. |
Compact Adapt Signal Simulators | |
9051-00 | Signal Simulator - Zero Value |
9054-00 | Signal Simulator - Brewery High Conductivity |
Technical Service
During our business hours, our free telephone support will be glad to assist you in case of any questions. Our Technicians take care of the delivery and installation of original spare parts of the highest quality as well as certified testing, measuring, and control equipment. Our maintenance according to manufacturer specifications includes functional tests, cleaning, accuracy testing with calibration as well as a detailed report. In addition, our maintenance contracts protect your investments and reduce the total cost of ownership.
Detailed information about our support options can be found here.
ABER, based out of the UK, with an expanding 60 strong technical team pioneered the use of dielectric spectroscopy for the bioprocess and brewing industries over 30 years ago. The company’s reputation as the ‘trusted’ provider and market leader, comes from this in-depth and extensive knowledge gained through invention and innovation. ABER always prides itself in going above and beyond in customer service & support. ABER’s Dielectric spectroscopy technology, also referred to as bio-capacitance, is used successfully in the bioprocess industry to measure cell density in bioreactors.
More about ABER Instruments: www.aberinstruments.com