Pneumatic Barrel Dump Trough

Lift, rotate, and drain barrels safer and easier.

A game-changer for distilleries. Allowing single operators to safely empty spirit barrels. This trough comes equipped with a pneumatic lifting, rotating and lowering system, eliminating the risks associated with manual barrel handling or forklifts.

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Single Operator Barrel Handling

A game-changer for distilleries. Safety is a top priority, and this trough comes equipped with a pneumatic lifting system, eliminating the risks associated with manual barrel handling or forklifts. Designed for efficiency, it features two separate sections for spirit collection, enabling the extraction of fresh spirit and the recovery of the “Devil’s Cut” for maximum yield. Plus, with a connecting pipe option, you can combine both reservoirs for enhanced capacity during barrel dumping. Say goodbye to manual labor risks and hello to streamlined, customized barrel handling with Deutsche Beverage’s Barrel Dump Trough.

Features
  • Brushed 304 Stainless basin, frame, and components
  • 1.5″ Tri-clamp ports and swing arms
  • Pneumatic barrel lifting piston with air control switch and hardware
  • Pneumatic barrel rollers for smooth barrel rotation with safety shroud
  • Air-assist barrel letdown strut for exit side
  • 30-micron barrel char filter inserts
  • Custom designs for craft and commercial scale
  • Options: Copper Logo, Inline Filter, Chilled Filtration, Casters, Spirit Transfer Pump, and proofing tanks
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  • AISI 304 stainless steel, TIG weld construction
  • Reinforced stainless steel legs, with leveling foot pads
  • Custom sizes and orientations to meet customer needs
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Intuitive and easy-to-use completely pneumatic system. This means no electronic controls or the need for C1D1 regulations

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Single Operator Barrel Handling

A game-changer for distilleries. Safety is a top priority, and this trough comes equipped with a pneumatic lifting system, eliminating the risks associated with manual barrel handling or forklifts. Designed for efficiency, it features two separate sections for spirit collection, enabling the extraction of fresh spirit and the recovery of the “Devil’s Cut” for maximum yield. Plus, with a connecting pipe option, you can combine both reservoirs for enhanced capacity during barrel dumping. Say goodbye to manual labor risks and hello to streamlined, customized barrel handling with Deutsche Beverage’s Barrel Dump Trough.

Features & Options

Our equipment features are usually sold as add-ons by most manufacturers, sparing you the inconvenience and unexpected expenses of acquiring additional equipment, or services.

Auxiliary Equipment

Look to Deutsche to handle the entire scope of your project from utilities, sanitary piping, bulk storage, milling, CIP, conveyance, filtration, and custom equipment. Our dedicated manufacturing team and component partners provide the latest technology and most reliable ancillary equipment catered to your process.

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Service & Support

Each project is assigned a dedicated engineer, ensuring personalized attention and expertise for your design, installation, control integration, programming, process piping, and field service needs. We’re also here to provide continuous equipment support and assist with system process inquiries.

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Cleaning

We prioritize seamless CIP integration in all our equipment designs. Furthermore, we offer industry-leading CIP skids, carts, and steam sanitation options. Recognizing the importance of proper system sanitation to your bottom line and product quality, we’re committed to delivering custom-engineered cleaning processes, equipment, and solutions.

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Automation

Customizable automation is the key to bringing higher quality, consistency, yields, and efficiencies to your system – no matter your industry or application. Choose to add specific instruments for insight into your process, add automated features to reduce dependence on labor or choose to fully automate your system for the ultimate hands-off experience.

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