Buying Used Stainless Stills
Grade, sanitary welds, distortion, gaskets and fittings.
Federal law prohibits producing distilled spirits at home. Beverage production requires prior TTB qualification of a Distilled Spirits Plant, plus applicable state and local approvals. Alcohol vapor, heat and pressure create severe fire and explosion hazards.
Define the decision
Grade, sanitary welds, distortion, gaskets and fittings. Record the lawful use, premises, scale, exact equipment, condition, evidence required, professional review and budget.
Collect primary evidence
Use manufacturer documents, TTB guidance, state and local authorities, drawings, certificates, serials, inspection photographs and written seller statements.
Calculate total installed cost
Add freight, rigging, utilities, code work, permits, ventilation, fire protection, cleaning, service and downtime.
Preserve the purchase file
Save listing screenshots, invoices, model data, diagrams, permits, approvals, tests and baseline condition photographs.
Compare exact dimensions, materials, welds, fittings, included components, electrical requirements, shipping, seller evidence and return terms.
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