Sustainability-driven conversion to dry-running conveyor yields savings in energy, maintenance, material, and water.
A craft brewing company in Portland, Oregon, is enjoying more than water savings with its new dry-run bottling conveyor from Emerson Power Transmission Solutions. Craft Brew Alliance (CBA) is an independent, publicly traded craft brewing company that was formed through the merger of craft brewers Widmer Brothers Brewing and Redhook Ale Brewery in 2008. With an eye toward preserving and growing one-of-a-kind craft beers and brands, CBA welcomed Kona Brewing Company in 2010 and then launched Omission beer in 2012 and Square Mile Cider Company in 2013.
Protecting electrical controls and equipment within food and beverage plants presents unique challenges due to the sanitation requirements of the hygienic environment.