Breweries / Distilleries Maintenance Schedules
- Eaco
- Apr 10
- 4 min read
Fermentation Ready, Inspection-Proof, Built to Scale
Making great beer or spirits isn’t just about the recipe. It’s about clean lines, calibrated tanks, and zero surprises on brew day. Whether you’re running a boutique distillery, a large-scale brewery, or anything in between, the one thing you cannot overlook is your maintenance process.
From fermentation tanks to bottling lines, your equipment is the heart of your operation. Neglect it, and you'll feel it in product consistency, safety risks, and lost batches.
The good news? With the right schedule and tools like Eaco to automate and track it, you can stay ahead of issues, pass every audit, and focus on what you love: crafting exceptional beverages.
Why Brewery & Distillery Maintenance Is Non-Negotiable
Consistency is everything – Clean, calibrated equipment means every batch tastes exactly as it should.
Compliance matters – Whether you're prepping for a food safety audit or fire inspection, a clean facility is your insurance.
Equipment is expensive – Preventive maintenance keeps tanks, chillers, and pumps running at full lifespan.
Safety comes first – Pressure, heat, and chemicals aren’t things you can afford to leave unchecked.
Downtime = revenue loss – A day of production delay hurts more than just your numbers — it affects your brand.
Brewery & Distillery Maintenance Schedule
Daily Tasks
Your frontline tasks to ensure smooth operations and clean production environments.
Sanitize all hoses, gaskets, valves, and fittings before and after use
Rinse and clean fermenters, brite tanks, and mash tuns post-batch
Wipe down workstations, tools, and exterior tank surfaces
Inspect and clean floors with proper drainage (sanitize high-traffic zones)
Check for leaks or drips around pumps, seals, and gaskets
Record tank temperatures, pressures, and fermentation progress
Clean out spent grain, waste bins, and transfer areas
Visually inspect CIP (Clean-in-Place) systems for proper function
Log cleaning activities and any operational anomalies
Weekly Tasks
Going beyond surfaces to ensure system integrity and efficiency.
Deep clean keg washers and filler heads
Backflush hoses and tap lines
Test pH and titration levels of cleaning agents
Inspect and clean bottling/canning lines
Check filter cartridges for clogging or wear
Inspect and tighten fittings on transfer pumps and lines
Lubricate essential moving parts per manufacturer guidelines
Test CO₂/N₂ lines for leaks or pressure inconsistencies
Clean and calibrate weigh scales or dosing equipment
Monthly Tasks
These tasks prevent long-term wear and build-up, and protect product consistency.
Inspect and clean inside fermenters, brite tanks, and storage vessels
Check and recalibrate thermometers, pressure gauges, and control systems
Deep clean chillers, glycol tanks, and coolant lines
Replace gaskets, seals, and o-rings on rotating equipment
Clean and inspect gthe rain mill for buildup or mechanical wear
Clean exhaust fans, vents, and HVAC grates
Inspect PPE and safety equipment for damage or expiry
Conduct a mini-internal safety audit
Quarterly Tasks
Think of these as system-wide checks that ensure everything is working together at scale.
Professional inspection of boiler systems and steam traps
Full cleaning and descaling of heat exchangers
Recalibrate sensors, thermostats, and control panels
Audit your inventory of cleaning chemicals, PPE, and parts
Conduct a full facility walk-through to inspect drainage, walls, and utility areas
Review all SOPs and update based on new equipment or processes
Inspect fire extinguishers, signage, and emergency lights
Annual Tasks
This is your deep reset, essential for compliance, efficiency, and long-term equipment health.
Schedule full CIP system servicing and validation
Service major equipment: brewhouse, distillation columns, centrifuge, bottling line
Replace worn or aging components in pumps, mixers, and chillers
Perform annual fire safety and electrical inspections
Drain and clean hot liquor and cold liquor tanks
Test safety shut-offs, emergency stops, and backup power systems
Train staff on updated safety, cleaning, and response protocols
Conduct a full maintenance review: what's working, what's not, what needs to evolve
How Eaco Keeps Breweries & Distilleries Running Smoothly
Managing all of this on paper, whiteboards, or group chats? That’s a recipe for gaps, delays, and costly mistakes.
Eaco simplifies the process with one clean system:
Automate recurring maintenance tasks for any frequency
Assign work to the right people or contractors, with deadlines and instructions
Capture proof of work with photos and notes
Monitor task completion and escalate delays before they become problems
Maintain clean logs and reports — perfect for audits and inspections
Track trends — like repeated issues, downtime, or cost spikes — and respond faster
Whether you run a taproom, a production brewery, or a growing distillery operation, Eaco gives you control without the micromanagement.
Want to see what this looks like in action? Book a demo and we’ll walk you through how Eaco fits right into your process.
Final Thoughts
You didn’t get into this business to babysit checklists. You’re here to make craft beverages that people remember.
Let this schedule handle the maintenance side, and let Eaco take care of the rest.
Contact Eaco today to set up a walkthrough and build your custom cleaning solution.