Mueller 8,300-Gallon Stainless Steel Fermenter – 14.9 PSI with Triple-Zone Cooling Jacket

Manufacturer Information
Mueller
Mueller manufactures stainless steel tanks and process vessels used in beverage, brewing, dairy, food, and other liquid-processing industries. Large jacketed fermentation vessels are designed to provide temperature-controlled processing, fermentation, conditioning, and storage for compatible liquid products.
This Mueller 8,300-gallon fermenter, built in 2010, combines a 14.9 PSI internal vessel rating, triple-zone cooling jacket, cone-bottom configuration, and large-capacity design for industrial fermentation and beverage-processing applications.
Description
Available for sale is a used Mueller 8,300-gallon stainless steel fermentation tank, Serial Number 18101280301-02, built in 2010.
The vessel measures approximately 117" internal diameter x 143" straight side x 267" overall height and features a dome top with cone bottom.
The internal vessel is rated for 14.9 PSI at 100°F. Temperature control is provided by a triple-zone cooling jacket, allowing multiple areas of the vessel to be used for controlled cooling during fermentation, conditioning, or storage. The jacket is stated as rated for 100 PSI at 10°F.
A 16" manway in the bottom cone provides vessel access, while a 3" center-bottom outlet provides centralized product discharge. The tank is supported on four legs.
At approximately 267" (22'3") overall height and 117" (9'9") internal diameter, this Mueller fermenter is a substantial vessel requiring appropriate facility clearance, structural support, rigging, and transportation planning.
Specifications

Specification
Details

Manufacturer
Mueller

Equipment Type
Jacketed Fermentation Tank

Capacity
Approx. 8,300 Gallons

Construction
Stainless Steel

Top
Dome

Bottom
Cone

Internal Diameter
Approx. 117" / 9'9"

Straight Side
Approx. 143" / 11'11"

Overall Height
Approx. 267" / 22'3"

Internal Vessel Rating
14.9 PSI at 100°F

Cooling Jacket
Triple-Zone

Jacket Rating
100 PSI at 10°F

Manway
16" Bottom Cone Manway

Product Outlet
3" Center Bottom

Supports
(4) Legs

Serial Number
18101280301-02

Year Built
2010

Condition
Used

Typical Applications

Beer fermentation
Commercial brewing
Cider fermentation
Wine processing
Beverage fermentation
Product conditioning
Temperature-controlled storage
Batch fermentation
Fermented beverage production
Food and beverage processing
Large-volume liquid processing
Temperature-controlled process holding

Products This Fermenter Could Be Used For

Beer
Craft beer
Cider
Hard cider
Wine
Fermented beverages
Kombucha
Beverage bases
Fermentation broths
Liquid food ingredients
Compatible process liquids
Other temperature-controlled fermented products

Actual suitability depends on product chemistry, required temperatures and pressures, sanitary requirements, surface finish, fittings, cooling requirements, and applicable codes. Vessel and jacket ratings, documentation, and current condition should be verified before pressure service.
Frequently Asked Questions

What is the capacity of this Mueller fermenter? The vessel has an approximate capacity of 8,300 gallons, making it suitable for large-volume commercial fermentation and beverage-processing applications.

What is the internal vessel pressure rating? The vessel is rated for 14.9 PSI at 100°F.

Does this tank have multiple cooling zones? Yes. It is equipped with a triple-zone cooling jacket, allowing temperature-control capability across multiple areas of the vessel.

What is the cooling jacket rating? The supplied specification lists the jacket at 100 PSI at 10°F. This rating should be confirmed against the vessel nameplate and documentation before operation.

How large is the vessel? It measures approximately 117" internal diameter x 143" straight side x 267" overall height, or approximately 9'9" in diameter and 22'3" tall.

Can Aaron Equipment assist with shipping and logistics? Yes. Due to the vessel's size, specialized rigging and oversized transportation may be required. Aaron Equipment can assist with loading and rigging coordination, oversized freight planning, domestic and international transportation, customs documentation, and logistics planning.