Signs of Incorrect Long-Draw Beverage System Installation
Bars and restaurants that have their cooler close to their beer taps have the luxury of not needing advanced systems. More commonly, establishments that have multiple serving locations or large bar setups have their refrigeration systems a long way away from their tabs. To ensure beverages are consistently served correctly, these places rely on a long-draw beer system.
While long-draw draft beer systems can be game-changers in the beverage serving business, if installed incorrectly, they can create several unwanted consequences, including the dissatisfaction of your customers. Here, Northwest Draft Technicians, who specializes in full-service draft line installations, details possible indications of incorrect installation of a long-draw beer glycol system.
Warm Beer on Tap
One of the clearest signs of faulty long-draw beer glycol system installation is warm beer on tap. While there’s a chance the keg may have been delivered warm or left outside, the warm temperature is more than likely due to the system not being stalled properly. The issue may be a result of glycol lines not being correctly fitted or leaks that weren’t noticed during installation.
Flatness and Excessive Foaming
Long-draw draft beer systems use pressure and resistance to ensure a consistent flow of beer. There correct amount of pressure is needed or else the quality of the beer once it’s in the customer’s glass will be greatly impacted.
As a result of the carbonation process, each beer produces its own natural pressure. However, because this pressure isn’t great enough to successfully move the beer throughout the entire system, an external source is necessary. When this pressure is set correctly at the time of installation, you are left with a beer that is flat or too foamy. The system’s equipment that’s designed to optimize pressure may be faulty or may have been installed poorly.
A Long Pour Process
Long-draw beer systems are designed to provide quick service for your staff and customers. The exact time it takes for the beverage to end up in the customer’s mug depends on several factors, such as the system’s settings and the length of the lines.
In most systems, beer flows steadily at about 2 oz. per second. If you notice pours take an excessively long time to fill beer glasses, this is likely an indication that the system was not installed correctly.
Long-Draw Beer System Installation from Our Team
To get the most out of your long-draw beer system, proper installation is essential. This requires planning and preparation from experienced professionals, like Northwest Draft Technicians. We work closely with clients to create a system that meets their needs and ensures precise, crisp pours that will drive profits and keep customers satisfied.
In addition to receiving an advanced system that’s correctly installed, clients can choose to have their long-draw beer system personalized with their company’s branding. Choose between a variety of designs, colors, and styles to make your system one-of-a-kind.
The professional services offered by the experienced team at Northwest Draft Technicians go beyond installation. To meet your expectations, we offer a full lineup of advanced services, such as draft line cleaning and maintenance. With our services, you can feel good knowing your draft system will continue producing delicious-tasting and carbonated beverages pour after pour.
Turn to the Long-Draw Beer System Installation Pros
When it comes to the satisfaction of your customers, don’t leave it up to chance. Northwest Draft Technicians specializes in creating and installing long-draw beer systems for establishments in the Portland, OR area. As a family-owned and operated business, we pride ourselves on providing services and solutions that meet our clients’ needs. To learn more about our installation services or process contact us today.
