4 Elements to Transform Island Distilleries: Solar, Heat Pumps, Thermal Storage, and Breadfruit
Building a distillery on a small island creates an unusual energy problem. Distillation requires substantial process heat while fermentation and condensation require cooling. Meanwhile, the dependable electrical and bulk energy supply on many islands is ultimately tied to imported fossil fuels. Solar generation can reduce that dependence, but without a wholistic plan of attack, doesn’t…
The Engine Room Reacquires Arcane Distilling and New Technology
At The Engine Room, innovation isn’t just a buzzword—it’s our DNA. From blending engineering ingenuity with creative problem-solving, we’ve always sought to push boundaries. That’s why the story of Arcane Distilling’s return is more than just a reacquisition; it’s a rekindling of the innovation that started it all. The Origins of Arcane Distilling The story…
The Future of Fire at World Brewing Congress 2024
Bioreactors: From Beer to Biogas
Bioreactor Basics When you hear the term “bioreactor,” most picture a scene straight out of a sci-fi movie, complete with bubbling vats and mysterious liquids. However, bioreactors are not just the stuff of futuristic fantasies—these containers of goo are the quiet cornerstone of some of our most important industries. From brewing beer to developing pharmaceuticals,…