As production demands grow, margins tighten and sustainability targets become more ambitious, breweries are under increasing pressure to maximise efficiency without compromising quality. Reliable process equipment has never been more critical.
These are the challenges HpE Process will be addressing at Brewers Congress 2026, taking place at Big Penny Social, London, where the team will be exhibiting on Stand 602.
Rather than simply supplying equipment, HpE Process works with breweries to improve process reliability, reduce downtime and extend the life of critical assets through specialist engineering support and preventative maintenance.
"The most expensive component in a brewery isn't always the one that fails – it's the production time that's lost while waiting for it to be repaired."
With decades of experience in hygienic processing, HpE Process has become a trusted partner to breweries across the UK, providing process equipment, technical expertise and responsive aftersales support.
To further support the brewing industry, the company has launched Brewline – a dedicated online platform created specifically for breweries. Available at www.brewline.co.uk, Brewline offers hygienic pumps, valves, heat exchangers, fittings and process equipment, backed by expert advice from engineers who understand brewery operations.
One of the key highlights at Brewers Congress will be HpE Process's role as the approved UK service partner for Evoguard valves. Widely installed on Krones filling systems, Evoguard valves are essential to maintaining hygienic, reliable packaging operations.
Regular servicing helps prevent unexpected breakdowns, reduce maintenance costs and maximise equipment life. HpE Process provides manufacturer-approved servicing, refurbishment and genuine spare parts, ensuring breweries maintain optimum valve perormance while meeting OEM standards.
The company's Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) Programme helps breweries schedule servicing around production, minimising disruption while improving reliability and reducing the risk of costly unplanned downtime.
Visitors to Stand 602 can also explore HpE Process's wider range of hygienic process solutions, including pumps for beer transfer, yeast handling and CIP applications, hygienic valves, plate heat exchangers, process pipework and bespoke engineered systems.
Correctly specified equipment can deliver measurable improvements in plant performance by reducing product loss, lowering water and energy consumption, improving cleaning efficiency and extending maintenance intervals.
"Every litre recovered, every minute of downtime avoided and every maintenance interval extended contributes directly to brewery profitability."
For breweries across London and the South East, having access to experienced, local engineering support is a significant advantage. HpE Process provides fast technical assistance, approved servicing and practical engineering solutions tailored to each brewery's requirements.
Whether you're upgrading process equipment, maintaining Evoguard valves on Krones fillers or looking to improve operational efficiency, the HpE Process team will be on hand to discuss your challenges and recommend practical solutions.
Visit HpE Process on Stand 602 at Brewers Congress 2026, Big Penny Social, London, and discover how specialist engineering support, preventative maintenance and dedicated brewery expertise can help keep your brewery performing at its best.
For more information, visit www.brewline.co.uk.
