Malting technology | Brno

MICRO-MALTHOUSE

The micro-malthouse consists of individual stainless steel units. One unit is dedicated to steeping barley, including air rests, while the second unit enables germination and kilning of green malt.

The malting process is managed via a personal computer using the special KOYO software with full visualization. During steeping, the system allows selection of water temperature and soaking duration, as well as control of CO₂ removal or aeration intervals. During germination, the air temperature is regulated, humidification is ensured via special nozzles, and dampening is optimized using flaps to create a mix of fresh and recirculated air. During kilning, the air temperature under the perforated floor is maintained, and both the temperature and humidity above the floor are recorded.

The malthouse operates in either manual or fully automated mode.

Its total capacity is up to 16 kg of barley. Stainless steel vessels are available for processing batches ranging from 0.25 kg to 8 kg of dry barley.

Barley samples are manually turned and mixed once a day to ensure maximum homogeneity of each batch. The entire malting process is automatically recorded, and upon request, a detailed activity log and temperature/humidity chart can be printed for the customer. 

Analyses, Tests and Examinations:

• Micromalting tests in the laboratory malt house to determine the optimal soaking, germination and kilning process
• Production technology audit focused on achieving the desired quality parameters
• Collaboration on technological innovations and their implementation into operation
• Operational measurements in malt houses (soaking, germination, kilning)
• Assessment of barley grain quality and damage based on standard analyses or customer-specific requirements
• Evaluation of milling quality, including recommendations for the adjustment of grist mills and laboratory mills
• Reference malt sample