Breweries Are Making the Switch from CO₂ to Nitrogen—Here’s Why You Should Too
In today’s brewing landscape, small breweries face pressure on every front—from rising production costs to tighter environmental regulations and unpredictable CO₂ supply chains. As a result, many are adopting nitrogen generation for breweries to take back control of their gas supply. This switch offers a more stable, cost-effective, and sustainable alternative for a wide range of brewery applications.
But the real game changer is membrane nitrogen generation—a simple, affordable technology that puts nitrogen production in your hands.
Why Nitrogen Generation Benefits Breweries
Nitrogen gas is less soluble and less acidic than CO₂, which makes it ideal for protecting your beer. Breweries that use nitrogen generation can purge tanks to prevent oxidation or spoilage. Because nitrogen (N₂) is dry, and flavorless, it’s perfect for applications such as:
- Tank purging and blanketing
- Keg pressurization
- Line cleaning
- Packaging environments
- Pushing beer without adding CO₂ bite
By relying on nitrogen, you safeguard product integrity and extend shelf life—without altering your beer’s flavor profile and with on-site generation, you’ll never have to worry about running out of gas.
Introducing: Nano NMG Membrane Gas Generators
The Nano NMG range is designed with small to mid-sized operations in mind. These systems are helping breweries around the world reduce their CO₂ dependency.
With proven membrane technology, the Nano NMG system separates nitrogen from ambient air quickly and reliably, delivering consistent purity levels for your brewing needs. There are:
- No moving parts to maintain
- No need for external power
- No unpredictable delivery schedules
Just clean compressed air in, nitrogen out.
Because operating costs stay low and return on investment comes quickly, many breweries view this as one of the smartest capital investments they can make.
Coming Soon: A Brewery-Built System for the Next Generation
We’re also excited to announce that we’re developing our own nitrogen generator membrane, engineered specifically for breweries.
This is your chance to get ahead of the curve before nitrogen becomes the standard in craft brewing—and before others flood the market.
Final Thought: Take Control of Your Gas Supply
Whether you’re just starting or scaling up, relying on bottled CO₂ is increasingly expensive and uncertain. Membrane nitrogen generation puts you back in control—cutting costs, improving quality, and ensuring your beer is exactly how you intended it to be.
Want to learn more about how the Nano NMG system can work for your brewery—and stay informed about our next-gen release?
Let’s talk. Contact sales@h-d-l.co.uk and find out more today!
