Multiparameter Measurement System:
Beer Measurement Systems
- Measurement of key parameters in-house
- Ready for every type of beer: no product-specific calibration
- Selective determination of alcohol: compliance with distillation
- Recommended by EBC, ASBC, MEBAK, and BCoJ
- DMA 4101, Xsample 320, Alcolyzer 1001 Beer, pH 1101
Monitor your entire production process with a single measurement solution.
The modular Beer Measurement System – with up to five measuring modules and more than 30 industry-specific parameters – doesn’t just provide insight into each detail of your production process, safeguard product specifications, and uncover hidden potential for optimization; it also reduces product loss to zero, guarantees the desired taste, and secures label declaration. Enjoy maximum operator convenience and unmatched precision in a single measuring system. Thousands of customers rely on our superior density measurement technology, making our multiparameter measurement systems the market leader.
Included products

DMA 5001

Xsample 520

Alcolyzer Module 3001 Beer

Haze 3001

pH 3101
Key features
Quality control throughout the whole brewing process
Quality control is paramount throughout the brewing process, ensuring each batch meets the highest standards of excellence. The Beer Measurement System meticulously monitors the density and alcohol content from the initial brewing stages to the final product. This allows brewers to consistently produce beer with the desired flavor profile and potency, enhancing overall product reliability. By integrating our system, breweries can streamline their operations, minimize human error, increase efficiency and comply with labelling requirements.

Simple calibration and flexible product adjustment
The system is designed for effortless calibration and product-independent adjustments, ensuring optimal performance across various beverage types. In a few simple steps, users can calibrate the system to accurately measure density and alcohol content, regardless of the product being processed, allowing for seamless transitions between different types of beers, ciders, and other fermented beverages without the need for extensive reconfiguration. Adjustments can be made quickly and accurately, minimizing downtime and enhancing productivity. By streamlining the calibration process, our technology helps breweries maintain consistent quality control and adapt to changing production demands with ease.

Secure data storage: AP Connect lab execution software
AP Connect lab execution software is designed to handle all your data storage needs effortlessly, eliminating concerns about space and security. This software ensures that every data point is accurately captured and readily accessible. Users benefit from robust data management tools that allow for easy analysis and retrieval, facilitating a deeper understanding of production trends and quality. The software's intuitive interface simplifies the tracking of batch-to-batch variations, ensuring consistency in brewing quality. With AP Connect, breweries can focus on perfecting their craft, confident that their data is secure and managed with precision.

Precise and reliable density measurements
The superior DMA density meter comes equipped with the innovative FillingCheck™ technology that’s designed to enhance the precision of robust density measurements. This advanced feature provides real-time filling warnings, alerting operators to any inconsistencies or errors during sample input. The result is a highly reliable and accurate density meter that ensures your measurements are both robust and repeatable. Trust FillingCheck™ to safeguard your process, ensuring every measurement contributes to superior quality control.

Specifications
Recomended Configuration | 1 | 2 | 3 |
Parameters |
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MEASURING RANGE | |||
Alcohol | 0 % v/v to 12 % v/v | ||
Density | 0 g/cm³ to 3 g/cm³ | ||
Original extract | 0 to 30 °Plato | ||
Color | 0 EBC to 120 EBC (0 ASBC to 60.96 ASBC) | ||
pH value | pH 0 to pH 14 | ||
Turbidity | 0 EBC to 100 EBC (0 ASBC to 6900 ASBC) | ||
REPEATABILITY, S.D. | |||
Alcohol | 0.01 % v/v | 0.05 % v/v | |
Density | 0.000001 g/cm³ | 0.000005 g/cm³ | 0.00001 g/cm³ |
Original extract | 0.03 °Plato | 0.1 °Plato | |
Real extract | < 0.01 % w/w | 0.015 % w/w | 0.025 % w/w |
Color | 0.1 EBC (0.05 ASBC) | ||
pH value | 0.02 in the range pH 3 to pH 7 | ||
Turbidity | 0.3 % of the measured value + 0.02 EBC / 1.4 ASBC according to formazine reference suspension | ||
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | |||
Power features | U-View™, FillingCheck™, ThermoBalance™, full-range viscosity correction, ultra-fast measuring mode | ||
Minimum amount of sample per measurement | 35 mL | ||
Typical measurement time per sample | 4 minutes (incl. filling) | ||
Sample throughput | 15 - 20 samples per hour | ||
Dimensions (L x W x H) | 482 mm x 730 mm x 446 mm (19.0 in x 28.9 in x 17.6 in) | 482 mm x 390 mm x 446 mm (19.0 in x 15.4 in x 17.6 in) | |
Power supply | AC 100 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, fluctuation ±10 %, 190 VA | ||
Ambient temperature | 15 °C to 32 °C (59 °F to 89.6 °F) | ||
Air humidity | non-condensing 20 °C: <90% relative humidity; 25 °C: <60% relative humidity; 30 °C: <45% relative humidity | ||
STANDARDS | |||
MEBAK | Chapter 2.9.6.3 (B-590.10.181) Chapter 2.12.2 (B-420.01.272) Chapter 2.14.1.2 (B-420.01.271) | Chapter 2.9.6.3 (B-590.10.181) Chapter 2.12.2 (B-420.01.272) | |
TTB | Density measurement in proofing alcohol for tax purposes | ||
GB | T 4928-2008 | ||
EBC | Chapter 8.2.2, Chapter 9.2.6, Chapter 9.43.2, Chapter 8.5, Chapter 8.6 | Chapter 8.2.2, Chapter 9.2.6, Chapter 9.43.2 | |
BCOJ | 8.3.6 Alcolyzer for alcohol contents 8.4.3 Alcolyzer for real extract Analytical method for beer | ||
ASBC | Beer-4G: Near-infrared and original extract content (2004) | ||
AOAC | Method 956.02 (430 nm) |
Standards
AOAC
ASBC
BCOJ
EBC
GB
Mebak
Standards
AOAC
ASBC
BCOJ
EBC
GB
Mebak
Standards
AOAC
ASBC
BCOJ
EBC
GB
Mebak
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- Qualified support in your local language
- Protection for your investment throughout its lifecycle
- 3-year warranty
Documents
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Alcohol measurement in mash of molasses using Beer Measurement System Application Reports
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Beverage | Beer | Complete your Beer Analysis Application Reports
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Cleaning recommendations for Alcolyzer Application Reports
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Determination of alcohol content in hard seltzers Application Reports
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Determination of the alcohol content in kombucha Application Reports
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Measurement of non-alcoholic and alcohol-free beer Application Reports
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Measurement of non-alcoholic beer (US version) Application Reports
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Quantifying beer - calorie determinations in beer Application Reports
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Brochure | Beer analysis overview Brochures
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Fluorescence or turbidity? The secret of dark beers (Brauwelt International 03/2015) Customer Reports and Publications
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Hard seltzer - analyzed in full compliance (Brauwelt International 2022/IV) Customer Reports and Publications
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Success story | Birra Amarcord Customer Success Stories
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Success story | St Peter's Brewery welcomes Alcolyzer 1001 Customer Success Stories