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    Distillery Design
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    Distillery Design

    Whether you’re launching a new distillery or expanding capacity, our expertise ensures efficient, scalable and environmentally responsible production.

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    Distillery Design with a Difference

    At Arthian, we bring decades of experience and technical excellence to the art and science of distillery design. Whether you’re launching a boutique gin brand or scaling up a whisky operation, our process engineering team delivers tailored, future-ready solutions that optimise performance, safety, and sustainability.
     
    From concept to commissioning, we support distillers of all sizes with a full suite of engineering and consultancy services, ensuring your distillery is not only operationally efficient but also compliant, resilient, and built for long-term success.
     
    Arthian is a recognised leader in distillery process design, supporting some of the UK and Ireland’s most renowned spirit producers. We deliver complete process solutions, from concept through to commissioning, including:

       

    • Fermentation and distillation plant layout and design
    • Equipment specification, sourcing and integration
    • Waste heat recovery and water management for sustainability
    • Energy optimisation and emissions reduction

    Distillery Design Services

    With a proven track record across the UK and beyond, Arthian is a trusted partner in the distilling sector. Our multidisciplinary team combines process engineering, mechanical and electrical design, planning consultancy, and project management to deliver seamless, end-to-end support.

    Bring Your Distillery to Life

     

    From concept to commissioning, we specialize in designing distilleries that balance performance, sustainability, and safety. Our team has delivered facilities that meet net-zero goals, comply with DSEAR and other critical safety standards, and maximize production efficiency within a compact footprint. Every project is tailored with low-carbon, renewable technologies to future-proof your operations and bring your vision to life.

    Full-Scope Process Engineering
    Site Selection & Planning Consultancy
    Civil & Structural Engineering
    Safety & Compliance: DSEAR Expertise
    Sustainability at the Core
    Commissioning & Project Management
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    Full-Scope Process Engineering

    We specialise in the process engineering design of distilleries, from initial feasibility studies to detailed engineering and commissioning.


       
      Our services include:


         

      • Energy and mass balances
      • Process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
      • Mashing cycle optimisation
      • Equipment sizing (pumps, heat exchangers, stills, mash tuns, boilers, tanks, etc.)
      • Layout optimisation
    Distillery Process Engineers

    Site Selection & Planning Consultancy

    Choosing the right site is critical. We help you assess and secure locations that align with your operational goals, environmental targets, and regulatory requirements.


       
      Our planning services include:


         

      • Feasibility assessments
      • Planning applications
      • Environmental impact assessments
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    Civil & Structural Engineering

    From foundations to finishes, our civil and structural engineers design safe, durable, and cost-effective buildings that support your distillery’s long-term operations. We ensure your facility meets regulatory standards while optimising for functionality and future growth.


       
      Our support includes:


         

      • Structural design tailored to distillery processes and loads
      • Foundation and drainage planning for site-specific conditions
      • Integration of architectural finishes with operational needs
    distillery-design process engineering

    Safety & Compliance: DSEAR Expertise

    Distilling involves flammable substances and combustible materials, making DSEAR (Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations) compliance essential.


       
      Arthian provides:

         

      • Hazardous area classification
      • Risk assessments
      • Engineering controls and mitigation strategies
      • Equipment selection and zoning

      Our team ensures your distillery meets all legal obligations—protecting your people, your product, and your reputation.

    process engineering for distilleries

    Sustainability at the Core

    We design distilleries with low-carbon technologies, energy efficiency, and resource optimisation in mind.


       
      Our sustainability services include:

         

      • Water and wastewater management
      • Heat recovery systems
      • Renewable energy integration
      • Carbon footprint reduction strategies

      Whether you’re aiming for net-zero or simply want to reduce operational costs, we’ll help you build a greener, more resilient distillery.

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    Commissioning & Project Management

    We don’t just design – we deliver whole life cycle solutions. Arthian provides end-to-end project management, overseeing:

     

    • Pipework and equipment manufacture
    • Installation and integration
    • Commissioning and performance testing

     

    We stay with you until your distillery is fully operational and meeting your performance targets.

    arthian-process-engineers

    Full-Scope Process Engineering

    We specialise in the process engineering design of distilleries, from initial feasibility studies to detailed engineering and commissioning.


       
      Our services include:


         

      • Energy and mass balances
      • Process flow diagrams (PFDs) and piping & instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
      • Mashing cycle optimisation
      • Equipment sizing (pumps, heat exchangers, stills, mash tuns, boilers, tanks, etc.)
      • Layout optimisation
    Distillery Process Engineers

    Site Selection & Planning Consultancy

    Choosing the right site is critical. We help you assess and secure locations that align with your operational goals, environmental targets, and regulatory requirements.


       
      Our planning services include:


         

      • Feasibility assessments
      • Planning applications
      • Environmental impact assessments
    distillery-design-engineers

    Civil & Structural Engineering

    From foundations to finishes, our civil and structural engineers design safe, durable, and cost-effective buildings that support your distillery’s long-term operations. We ensure your facility meets regulatory standards while optimising for functionality and future growth.


       
      Our support includes:


         

      • Structural design tailored to distillery processes and loads
      • Foundation and drainage planning for site-specific conditions
      • Integration of architectural finishes with operational needs
    distillery-design process engineering

    Safety & Compliance: DSEAR Expertise

    Distilling involves flammable substances and combustible materials, making DSEAR (Dangerous Substances and Explosive Atmospheres Regulations) compliance essential.


       
      Arthian provides:

         

      • Hazardous area classification
      • Risk assessments
      • Engineering controls and mitigation strategies
      • Equipment selection and zoning

      Our team ensures your distillery meets all legal obligations—protecting your people, your product, and your reputation.

    process engineering for distilleries

    Sustainability at the Core

    We design distilleries with low-carbon technologies, energy efficiency, and resource optimisation in mind.


       
      Our sustainability services include:

         

      • Water and wastewater management
      • Heat recovery systems
      • Renewable energy integration
      • Carbon footprint reduction strategies

      Whether you’re aiming for net-zero or simply want to reduce operational costs, we’ll help you build a greener, more resilient distillery.

    distillery-design-consultants

    Commissioning & Project Management

    We don’t just design – we deliver whole life cycle solutions. Arthian provides end-to-end project management, overseeing:

     

    • Pipework and equipment manufacture
    • Installation and integration
    • Commissioning and performance testing

     

    We stay with you until your distillery is fully operational and meeting your performance targets.

    Why Choose Arthian's Process Engineering team?

    Engineering services delivered by specialists:

    Integration

    Fully integrated with geotechnical, hydrological, and ecological disciplines.

    Our Experience

    National experience with regional insight and regulatory familiarity.

    Our Understanding

    Deep understanding of planning, infrastructure, and environmental interfaces.

    Results Driven

    Commitment to technical rigour, clear communication, and long-term outcomes.

    Get in Touch

    We’d love to hear from you – whether you have a question, a project in mind, want to explore job opportunities, or just want to say hello.

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