Craft Brewery Process Control with Unitronics Vision1040

Twisted Vine Brewery, a small-scale craft operation in Iowa, USA, demonstrates how automation technology supports artisan production. Their commitment to brewing excellence led them to implement process automation for improved consistency and efficiency.

Operational Challenges

Quality craft brewing demands precise temperature management, accurate timing, and rigorous process control. Manual operation introduces batch variability and requires constant operator presence.

Automation Implementation

The brewery deployed a Unitronics Vision1040 PLC to automate critical processes:

• Precise temperature monitoring and regulation
• Automated process sequencing
• Intuitive operator interface
• Quality assurance data capture

Achieved Improvements

The automation system enabled Twisted Vine to:

• Enhance batch-to-batch consistency
• Decrease manual intervention requirements
• Maintain detailed process records
• Support production scaling