Fan Tip Bottle Brush with long handle making it ideal for cleaning plastic and glass beer bottles.

From: Kegland

A heavy-duty cleaning powder designed to remove stubborn residue from beer and spirit bottles. It dissolves grime, yeast rings, and organic buildup, preparing bottles for sterilising. Best used as a strong cleaner before using a sanitising agent.

Instructions:

Using gloves, wash bottles in a solution of 25 g washing powder to 4.5L of hot water, then rinse thoroughly. Cleaner only – sterilise using a BrewMaster sterilising agent.

Ingredients: Alkaline Salts 97.5%.

Potassium Metabisulphite is a sulphur-based compound that is used primarily to sterilise wine and cider making equipment and to protect the finished product. It works by releasing sulphur dioxide (SO2) into the wine, which helps to kill bacteria and inhibit the growth of most wild yeast, ensuring a clean and controlled fermentation.

It can also be used to eliminate both free chlorine and the more stable form, chloramine, from brewing and make-up water.

One gram of potassium metabisulphite will impart approximately 60 parts-per-million of sulphur dioxide (SO2) to each litre of wine. (Please note that this is an approximation; the exact amount of free SO2 can depend on the pH and tannin content of the wine).

As a guide, to treat wine must: Add 0.2g of potassium metabisulphite per litre of juice. Pre-dissolve it in a small quantity of cool water before adding to the must. Allow the must to ventilate in an open container for 24 hours before adding your chosen yeast.

It can also be used as a dependable all-round powdered sanitiser suited to almost any brewing or distilling setup. Ideal for those who want a classic sulphite-based sanitising method that is effective, economical, and widely used in home brewing. Helps prevent spoilage by controlling wild yeast and bacteria on equipment surfaces.

Instructions for use as a sanitiser:

Wash cleaned equipment (fermenters, bottles, siphons, etc.) in a solution of 40 g Potassium Metabisulphite to 4.5 L of warm water. Allow equipment to stand for 30 minutes to dry, then rinse with clean cold water before use.

Ingredients: Potassium Metabisulphite 100%.

Sodium Metabisulphite is a sulphur based compound that is used primarily to sterilise wine and cider making to kill bacteria and to inhibit the growth of most wild yeast.

It can also be used to eliminate both free chlorine and the more stable form, chloramine, from water.

One gram of metabisulphite will impart approximately 60 parts-per-million of sulphur dioxide (SO2) to each litre of wine.

As a guide, to sanitise wine must add 0.2 g of metabisulphite per litre of juice. Pre-dissolve it in a small quantity of water before adding to the must. Allow the must to ventilate in an open container for 24 hours before adding yeast.

It can also be used as a dependable all-round powdered sanitiser suited to almost any brewing or distilling setup. Ideal for those who want a classic sulphite-based sanitising method that is effective, economical, and widely used in home brewing. Helps prevent spoilage by controlling wild yeast and bacteria.

Instructions for use as a sanitiser:

Wash cleaned equipment in a solution of 50 g Sodium Metabisulphite to 4.5 L of warm water. Allow equipment to stand for 30 minutes to dry, then rinse with clean cold water.

Ingredients: Sodium Metabisulphite 100%.

Here is a link to an excellent article on the use of metabisulphate.

NZ Made PBW Alternative

Alkaline powder, cleaner and sanitiser

CLARK PROCESS CS is a specially formulated alkaline powder cleaner and sanitiser primarily designed for pipelines and associated equipment in food manufacturing, brewing, and wine industries. It is non caustic and contains active oxygen ingredients to safely and effectively remove protein soils.

Directions for use

Use at a rate of 10g - 20g per litre of hot water. 

Pump or circulate through lines to be cleaned for at least 10 minutes and then drain. Rinse well with cold water and drain. Safe for use on all metals and plastics, however spot testing is recommended. 

Net contents: 2kg

Made in New Zealand.

A curved brush to make it easier to clean the shoulders of a demijohn.

Approximately 60cm from the top of the handle to the curve in the brush.

Mangrove Jack's ECD Cold Water Detergent effectively cleans and deodorises everything you use for brewing, winemaking and distilling. Cold Water ECD Cleaner Detergent is a powerful cleaner removing dirt, stains and undesirable micro-organisms, restoring your surface to its original condition.

Cleaning plays an essential role in good brewing, wine making, and distilling. You should always clean your equipment prior to sterialising.

Mangrove Jack's No Rinse Sanitiser effectively sanitises brewing, wine making, and distilling equipment.

Unlike conventional alkaline powdered sanitisers, Mangrove Jack's No Rinse Sanitiser requires no rinsing. It makes the vital job of sanitising equipment easy and effective. It utilises active oxygen, which breaks down to leave only oxygen, water, and minerals found naturally in water.

Contains: Sodium Percarbonate 880g/kg

This part is only suitable for the 1L Power Sprayer (Rechargeable USB Type-C). It is not a standard thread size. It has been custom made for this product and this product only.

Includes:

Custom Thread Type Multi-Post

From: Kegland

PBW is an alkaline, non-caustic, environmentally and user friendly cleaner. This is the powder product - we also have the liquid and tablet form.

PBW is a buffered alkaline detergent that has been proven to be more than an effective substitute for caustic soda cleaners. Because of its unique formulation of buffers and mild alkalis, it is safe on skin as well as soft metals such as stainless steel, aluminium, and on plastics. PBW uses active oxygen to penetrate carbon or protein soils and is not effected by hard water.

PBW has been formulated as a clean in place (CIP) cleaner and is very effective in removing protein soils found on brew kettles, fermenters, conditioning tanks, filters and all packaging areas. The concentrations to remove these soils are typically in the 1% range. However, due to soil and water conditions this concentration will vary. To help in hard water areas PBW has been formulated with enough chelators to tolerate hard water over 17 grains (approx. 291mg calcium carbonate per litre).

PBW is an excellent choice as a soak cleaner because it does not require excessive heat as do most caustic based cleaners. This product has cleaned brass and copper filters, and industrial aluminium surfaces successfully.

Benefits

- Replaces Caustic Soda cleaners
- Effective at All Temperatures
- Free Rinsing
- Safe on Polycarbonate surfaces
- Safe to handle
- Generates 4 - 5% Oxygen
- Non-hazardous & Non-corrosive
- Excellent hard water tolerance
- Removes protein soil and staining, baked on carbon, and fatty acids

GENERAL USE DIRECTIONS 

PBW is an alkaline, non-caustic, environmentally and user friendly cleaner. This is the liquid product - we also have the dry powder and tablet form.

PBW is a buffered alkaline detergent that has been proven to be more than an effective substitute for caustic soda cleaners. Because of its unique formulation of buffers and mild alkalis, it is safe on skin as well as soft metals such as stainless steel, aluminium, and on plastics. P.B.W. uses active oxygen to penetrate carbon or protein soils and is not effected by hard water.

PBW has been formulated as a C.I.P. cleaner and is very effective in removing protein soils found on brew kettles, fermenters, conditioning tanks, filters and all packaging areas. The concentrations to remove these soils are typically in the 1% range. However, due to soil and water conditions this concentration will vary. To help in hard water areas PBW has been formulated with enough chelators to tolerate hard water over 17 grains.

PBW is an excellent choice as a soak cleaner because it does not require excessive heat as do most caustic based cleaners. This product has cleaned brass and copper filters, and industrial aluminium surfaces successfully.

Benefits
- Replaces Caustic Soda cleaners
- Effective at All Temperatures
- Free Rinsing
- Safe on Polycarbonate surfaces
- Safe to handle - Generates 4
- 5% Oxygen
- Non-hazardous & Non-corrosive
- Excellent hard water tolerance
- Removes protein soil and staining, baked on carbon, and fatty acids

Liquid PBW Highlights:

• Mixes into solution even at lower water temperatures
• Removes tough stains and soils with less scrubbing
• Quickly mixes into solution
• Can be used for a wide range of applications, but is especially effective with canning lines and keg cleaners
• 1-2 oz. (30-60ml) per gallon of water

Manufacturer: Five Star Chemicals
Country: USA

Powdered Brewery Wash is an alkaline, non-caustic, environmentally and user friendly cleaner. This is the tablet product - we also have the dry powder and liquid form.

PBW is a buffered alkaline detergent that has been proven to be more than an effective substitute for caustic soda cleaners. Because of its unique formulation of buffers and mild alkalis, it is safe on skin as well as soft metals such as stainless steel, aluminium, and on plastics. P.B.W. uses active oxygen to penetrate carbon or protein soils and is not effected by hard water.

PBW has been formulated as a C.I.P. cleaner and is very effective in removing protein soils found on brew kettles, fermenters, conditioning tanks, filters and all packaging areas. The concentrations to remove these soils are typically in the 1% range. However, due to soil and water conditions this concentration will vary. To help in hard water areas PBW has been formulated with enough chelators to tolerate hard water over 17 grains.

PBW is an excellent choice as a soak cleaner because it does not require excessive heat as do most caustic based cleaners. This product has cleaned brass and copper filters, and industrial aluminium surfaces successfully.

Benefits
- Replaces Caustic Soda cleaners
- Effective at All Temperatures
- Free Rinsing
- Safe on Polycarbonate surfaces
- Safe to handle - Generates 4
- 5% Oxygen
- Non-hazardous & Non-corrosive
- Excellent hard water tolerance
- Removes protein soil and staining, baked on carbon, and fatty acids

Tablet PBW Highlights

• Easy Dosing - 1 tablet for every 32 oz (approx. 1 litre) of water for 2.5 g cleaning tablet, or 1 tablet for every gallon (approx. 4 litres) of water for 10g cleaning tablets
• Removes Stubborn Stains - Tackle organic materials and stains with this non-caustic, alkaline based cleaner
• Versatile Applications - This tablet can be used to clean all types of equipment. Great for carboys, kettles, growlers, kegs, spray bottles, and so much more
• Wide Temperature Range - Has the cleaning power to work at low and high temperatures
• Effective in Hard and Soft Water - Specifically formulated for brewing, this a robust cleaning ability is a variety of environments

Manufacturer: Five Star Chemicals
Country: USA

Perfect for spraying down brewing equipment with dissolved cleaners or sanitisers.

Ideal for coupling with Multi-Post for Power Sprayer to turn the sprayer into a pressurised line cleaning device.

Includes:
1L Reservoir Tank
Power Sprayer Nozzle and Dip Tube
White plastic adjustment head sprayer
15cm USB C to Standard USB (for charging purposes)

Food Grade
This product is made from food grade, Santoprene, PP, PE, Silicone and Stainless Components.

Battery Life
The pump has large 18650 li-ion rechargeable battery. On a full charge the battery will empty the 1L tank 18-30 times so it lasts for ages.
NOTE: If you use fine mist it will be closer to 18 times but if you use a jet/stream the battery will last closer to 30 times.

Does Not Include:
USB wall charger
Multi-Post for Power Sprayer

From: Kegland

StellarClean Powerful Brewery Wash (PBW) is an alkaline, non-caustic, environmentally and user friendly cleaner.

Benefits
- Replaces caustic soda cleaners
- Effective at all temperatures
- Free rinsing
- Safe on polycarbonate surfaces
- Safe to handle
- Non-hazardous & non-corrosive
- Excellent hard water tolerance
- Removes protein soil and staining, baked on carbon, and fatty acids

Directions For Use
Concentrate - Spray Bottles, Scrubbing, Beer Lines
Use 10-15g per 1L

CIP Cleaning
Use 2.5-5g per 1L

Soaking of Kettles, Fermenters, Kegs and Tanks
Use 0.5-1g per 1L 

1 Scoop is 20g
Rinse vessels with same temperature water used after cleaning

In Depth Benefits
- Suitable for commercial and home brewers.
- Soak equipment overnight in PBW solution and rinse the following morning with the same temperature water that was applied to it to begin with.
- Will not damage rubber gaskets, soft metals or your skin.
- This solution can effectively clean items that can't be reached with a brush or sponge, and is strong enough to remove thick, difficult and caked-on organic soils.
- Keep a bucket of this solution around for cleaning small parts when needed.
- Recirculate hot solution through your pump and counterflow chillers to remove hidden debris.
- Perfect for cleaning kegs or bottles before sanitising.
- PBW is environmentally friendly, biodegradable, and will not harm septic systems.
- It also works well as a household cleaner too!

StellarClean (Powerful Brewery Wash PBW) is a buffered alkaline detergent that has been proven to be more than an effective substitute for caustic soda cleaners. Because of its unique formulation of buffers and mild alkalis, it is safe on skin as well as soft metals such as stainless steel, aluminium, and on plastics. StellarClean uses active oxygen to penetrate carbon or protein soils and is not effected by hard water.

StellarClean has been formulated as a C.I.P. cleaner and is very effective in removing protein soils found on brew kettles, fermenters, conditioning tanks, filters and all packaging areas. The concentrations to remove these soils are typically in the 1% range. However, due to soil and water conditions this concentration will vary. To help in hard water areas StellarClean has been formulated with enough chelators to tolerate hard water over 17 grains.

StellarClean is an excellent choice as a soak cleaner because it does not require excessive heat as do most caustic based cleaners. This product has cleaned brass and copper filters, and industrial aluminium surfaces successfully.

Many brewers just use pure sodium percarbonate, however this as a single ingredient is not effective across a wide range of soiling. As a result if you repeatedly use 100% sodium percarbonate you will eventually start to notice a build up of grime, scale, oils which sodium percarbonate alone is not effective against. As a result we recommend this product. StellarClean is effective across a wide range of soiling and contains 8 active ingredients to tackle a wide range of compounds. This ensures your cleaning performance is maintained irrespective of how hard/soft your water is and also what your fermenter contains.

So for a superior formulation that has specifically been made for the beverage industry you really can't go past this very effective cleaning product.

Ingredients:
Ionic Surfactants 40%, Sodium Peroxycarbonate 35%, Sodium Silicate 25%.

From: Kegland

StellarSan Sanitiser 500mL - 100% Food Grade non-rinse sanitiser that can be diluted to 333L with the dual chamber mixing bottle compartment. Simply twist off the small measuring compartments lid, squeeze the bottle and it will start to fill that chamber only.

Even when you're finished sanitising your products in a bucket for example, you can still re-use the sanitiser over and over again. Making it a no brainer for your brewing sanitising needs and the cost to you is greatly reduced. 

The new and improved phosphoric acid blend provides a unique microorganism killing system, unaffected by organic soils and delivering a high foaming formulation with optimum coverage and penetration. It is perfect for sanitising your brewing equipment and surface areas. Not suitable for use on wood, unglazed porcelain or other porous materials. It is also not suitable for use on soft metal such as aluminium, copper or brass.

Please note that foam is okay! Pour your wort directly onto the foam as this is a foaming non-rinse formulation. The formula can be metabolised by the yeast and will act as a nutrient assisting yeast growth. Follow this procedure and it will not impart any off-odours or flavours.

Unlike other harsh chemical sanitisers, StellarSan is non-staining, and stable over a wide range of temperatures.

Phosphoric acid, which is in this formulation, also helps keep your stainless in good condition and will improve the stainless properties. 

Use at a dilution rate of 1.5ml per litre.