Benefits of Wedge Wire False Bottom in Brewing

One of the most critical stages of brewing is lautering. In short, it is the process of separating liquid wort from spent grains. This process takes place on a vessel named Lauter Tun.

The false bottom is the most important component of the lauter tun. There are various false bottoms(lauter tun screens), such as perforated or slotted sheet metal. The most popular is wedge wire false bottom.

Using the wrong false bottom material can cause many problems.

▪ The false bottom is clogged and the flow rate is reduced.

▪ The wrong false bottom will be bent or in a vacuum state, causing the mash to pass through with the wort.

▪ The filtration efficiency is low, allowing grain to enter the wort through the false bottom and clog the pump.

The wedge wire design will avoid the problems above. 

Wedge wire, or V-wire or profile wire, is a durable, corrosion-resistant material composed of stainless steel or other alloys. It features a surface made of wedge-shaped wires placed at a specific angle, forming precise slots that are narrower on the outside and wider on the inside. 

This unique design prevents clogging and promotes efficient filtration by allowing liquids to pass through while retaining solid particles. 

The customizable slot size of wedge wire screens makes them versatile, meeting the demands of various filtration applications in the brewing industry.

 

Benefits of Using Wedge Wire False Bottom in Brewing

▪ Large opening area and precise slot dimensions ensure a high wort flow rate.

▪ Vee-type structure prevents clogging and grain retention.

▪ High mechanical strength to better support grain.

▪ Increase filtration speed.

We can offer various wedge wire lauter tun false bottoms for brewery equipment per your requirements.

If you use a wedge wire false bottom for brewing, contact our experts to customize your exclusive lauter tun screen! E-mail: sales@uboscreen.com