Cleaning/Sanitation Session
Dirk Loeffler, Loeffler Chemical Corporation Atlanta, GA-USA
ABSTRACT: As smaller breweries grow larger in output, new
and used equipment, as well as changing conditions and processes,
continuously generate new sanitation challenges. This presentation looks
at commonly found problems and challenges in a growing brewery while
showing approaches and solutions. Among other subjects, the effect of
temperature differential in various size tanks is discussed, as well as
changing fluid mechanics in process piping and what to avoid. Field
studies from various areas in the brewery will be presented and
practical solutions for any size brewery given. Growing can be
challenging, but knowing what to look out for and maintaining proper
sanitation will arm you with the knowledge to successfully take on the
challenge.
Dirk Loeffler is the technical director of Loeffler
Chemical Corporation, a chemical company specializing in sanitation
products and chemical automation for breweries with corporate offices in
Atlanta, GA. In his position, Dirk continuously develops and implements
new products, product applications, and cleaning technologies. Born and
raised in Cologne, Germany, Dirk came to the United States in 1992 to
lay the groundwork for the U.S. operations of Loeffler, resulting in the
incorporation of Loeffler Chemical Corporation in 1994. Dirk graduated
in 1989 with a degree in business administration. After his military
service, he worked for Chemische Fabrik Kalk GmbH in Cologne before
joining the family business, where he worked in technical sales and
research and development. Dirk lives in Atlanta, GA, with his wife
Alexis and their dog Elvis. He has been an active member of the Master
Brewers Association of the Americas since 1993, and he is also an active
member of the American Society of Brewing Chemists and the Brewers
Association.
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