Stand Data:
- Max capacity per shelf tier: 125 lb
- Max capacity per burner tier: 250 lb
- Max capacity per utility shelf: 50 lb
- Lowest height of bottom tier: 19". (juse enough elevation to drain into a carboy)
- Max height of upper tier (bottom of pot) 72"
- Max pot diameter: 20"
Burner Data:
We weren't satisfied with selecting just any burner for the TopTier™,
so we developed and tuned our own! While many manufacturers claim
an impressive BTU capability, all they're talking about is the input energy
-NOT- the actual energy entering the pot! Isn't the whole point to heat
wort not the atmosphere?
Our requirements?
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High efficiency
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Fast heating
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Non rusting fume free stainless frame
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Excellent outdoor flame stability
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Quiet operation
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Great low setting performance without yellow flame
(blackens bottom of pot)
Our Result:
A 72,000 BTU/hr burner that is a great blend of heating power and
efficiency - and does so whisper quietly! In addition, low flame
combustion is clean, wind performance is outstanding, and the
heavy stainless construction is built to last a lifetime! For operation
on natural gas expect 15% less power and 15% longer heating
times due to the lower BTU contelt of natural gas vs. propane.
We also documented that the published BTU of competitive burners
varied wildly from actual measured results. And measuring the
performance is straightforward: simply run the burner for an hour
at full power and measure the weight of the propane used in lb.
Then multiply the weight in lb X 21,000 to get the burner rating
in BTU/hr. For example. the Bayou Classic has a published rating
of 180 KBTU/hr but only measured at 68 KBTU/hr!
Compare to the competition and you'll find that the
Blichmann Modular Brew Stand is truly "TopTier™"!!
| Feature |
TopTier™ |
MoreBeer™ |
| Lead time |
In stock! |
12-13 weeks |
| Movable / adjustable tiers |
Yes |
No |
| Choose shelf or burner tiers |
Yes |
No |
| High efficiency high power burners |
Yes |
No |
| Stainless burner frame |
Yes |
No (stainless is optional $250-$950) |
| Wind proof |
Yes |
No |
| Corrosion resistant frame |
Yes |
No (stainless is optional $250-$950) |
| Wheels for mobility |
Yes |
No |
| Easily mount ancillary equipment |
Yes |
No |
| Buy stand without pots? |
Yes |
No |
| Breaks down for transport/storage? |
Yes |
No |
| Ships via UPS/FedEx ground? |
Yes |
Truck only* |
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| List price for TopTier without pots |
$760-920 depending on configuration |
Price the competition and you'll find they're HUNDREDS more! |
How to Order a Top Tier
Buy the base stand. The base includes: legs, main support post,
3 pairs of shelf arms (to support the burners/shelves), regulator,
wheel kit and hardware.
Add tiers: Choose up to three tiers total. Tiers can be burners or shelves
– if you brew with two coolers and a kettle, choose two shelves for the
coolers and a burner for the kettle. If your hot liquor tank and mash/lauter tun
are kettles or converted kegs, choose three burners to direct-fire all vessels.
Both types of tiers include hardware to mount them to the base stand.
Burners include a stainless flex hose; you will need to provide 1/2” pipe
to make a gas manifold to hook them up to your fuel source.
Add extra equipment such as the Pump Mounting Bracket or Utility Stand.
Update Kit Price and Add to Cart
For instructions on how to assemble the Top Tier System
Click Here.