Ontario District

The presentation by Ken Belau from Pall Corporation focuses on membrane filtration technology, specifically the PROFi Craft system designed for small to midsize craft breweries. It highlights the benefits of kieselgur-free filtration, which reduces beer loss and energy consumption while ensuring high-quality filtration with low oxygen uptake. The system operates on principles of crossflow filtration, allowing for efficient separation of particulates, and discusses compliance with food contact regulations and integration with other brewing processes, emphasizing improved beer quality and operational efficiency.%0aAdditionally, the text explores the advantages of the CFS NEO filtration system over traditional thermal treatment methods, showcasing its superior LRV titer reduction, improved microbial safety, and economic benefits. The system's design allows optimal flow adjustment and enzymatic regeneration for blocked membranes, while ongoing research compares flavor stability between membrane filtration and pasteurization, suggesting that membrane technology may better maintain flavor stability without compromising beer quality.