Are you worried about uncontrolled humidity inside your brewery? Mold and mildew growth have been a problem for brewers for ages. Freshly brewed beer is stored in kind-sized vessels at a low temperature for many weeks. This is a process followed after the brewing and before the bottling. Gallons of beer are manufactured inside a brewery and can be affected by the effects of high condensation. In the process, the storage vessels are cooled to 2 degrees. The ambient air flows inside the storage areas which leads to condensation. Many breweries in the USA have complained about water and moisture damage. It can cause serious damage inside a facility. You cannot clear water inside a facility because it takes 7-8 barrels of water to produce a single barrel of beer. 

Waterproofing the brewery interior is a priority

You can walk a few extra miles to ensure that you set up a more-than-perfect brewery interior that can fight against humidity and dampness. Shield the walls and ceiling with a 100% waterproof covering. PVC is a waterproof material used to manufacture vinyl panels for residential and commercial use. The panels have the power to keep moisture off the walls and ceiling. This saves the interior from severe damage. The Duramax PVC panel for the wall is completely water-resistant, acting as a protective barrier against moisture that prevails inside the grow room. The panels are manufactured using modern technology to ensure no moisture creeps inside. You can also use dehumidifiers to check for leaks and ensure adequate drainage. Our panels are manufactured using modern truss technology. So, they are durable and have a layer of antibacterial covering that prevents mold and bacteria growth. 

There is no way you can ignore a dehumidifier

The brewing process is continuous so is the formation of moisture. So why increase the moisture load? You must invest in a high-capacity and high-quality dehumidifier to drive out the moisture from the indoor air. The number of dehumidifiers depends on the size of your brewery so you might need to install more than one in case it is large. 

Did you install floor drainage solutions?

Beverage warehouses should have a well-functioning flooring drainage solution. You can opt for a driveway drain over larger ones. The spills should pass well through a proper drainage system. Breweries produce a lot of wastewater, so adequate waste management should include a comprehensive drainage solution. This way, you can also get rid of standing water. You should also install durable pipes that will last for years. 

PVC panels that last for a century or more

We have interacted with owners who had once installed breweries FRP panels. Fiber-reinforced plastic is a non-waterproof solution so it cannot control the accumulation of condensation on the walls and ceiling. FRP panels easily get damaged upon encountering humidity. Please uninstall the old and damaged FRP panels and install permanent PVC boards. A lot of investment has already gone to waste because FRP installation costs you. This time you are spending money to install permanent PVC panels. Vinyl panels have over a hundred years of shelf life whereas FRP panels last only 20-25 years. There are various downsides to drywall and FRP.

Panels installed within 7 to 8 hours

Installing PVC panels for the wall does not take a full day. A single contractor can install the panels inside the brewery within 7 to 8 hours. The installation process will not require backers. This ensures no moisture soaks the panels or reaches the walls and ceiling surface. You also do not require spending extra bucks hiring more than one labor or purchasing additional materials. The vinyl panels are fixed to the studs with concealed fasteners. They have tongues and grooves that make the installation easier and arrest moisture from seeping into the walls. Duramax boards are chiseled to shape before the installation. 

Simple and easy cleaning of PVC panels

The PVC panels do not require daily cleaning or any expensive maintenance. If the walls look moist and dirty, wash them without fearing moisture penetration. Our white panels have a smooth surface that does not generally attract impurities or microorganisms. A usual maintenance regime includes wiping the vinyl boards using a moist cloth and a gentle cleaner. Do not use acids, abrasives, or bleaching agents. FRP panels have a rough surface that gets dirty faster and is difficult to clean. The FRP boards are available in various colors but fade easily within a few years. Apart from white, Duramax manufactures gray color panels upon receiving bulk orders. 

USA-based PVC panels – Duramax

Duramax is a USA-based company that is the pioneer in manufacturing premium PVC panels. We have been designing PCV boards for more than 40 years. Vinyl panels are used in grow rooms, restaurants, hospitals, poultries, dairy farms, warehouses, shipping containers, stables, etc. Our PVC panel for the wall is ASTM-certified, FDA-compliant and meets all other necessary certifications. Our panels are durable, they are resistant to abuses and impacts. The vinyl boards have Class A fire resistance to prevent the commercial interior from fire hazards. Vinyl panels are non-porous, chemical-resistant and can be recycled. Duramax panels are ½ inch thick, the width is 16 inches and the length varies based on customization. 

Panels available at a manufacturer-direct price

Once you install our PVC panel for the wall, be assured that there will be no need for repairs. We guarantee this by offering a $25,000 money-back guarantee. Duramax sheets are manufactured in the USA and they do not involve high transportation costs because the lightweight panels are manufactured in the USA. Duramax PVC panels are available to customers at factory-direct prices. These vinyl boards are shipped within 2 weeks. So, FRP panels are almost obsolete whereas vinyl panels are enjoying immense popularity across commercial and residential sectors. In the FRP vs. PVC discussion, the former loses. 

Final thoughts

Duramax experts claim you can save almost 40% of the material costs and 50% of the labor costs by installing vinyl panels. You can use the savings in other avenues of your business. PVC panels have replaced all other types of wall and ceiling coverings. Please visit the Duramax website to learn more about vinyl panels and you can place your order online. Please discuss your project with us by booking a no-cost consultation. Request a quote.