Major Changes to Kegland´s Fermzilla - Is it fixed?

Kegland made some major changes to the Fermzilla.
Having a first look at the updated version and comparing it to the original Fermzilla.
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[@DrHansBrewery]

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[@shanej2429]

The new version doesn't come with the pressure kit.

[@geoffreyquaile4383]

I'm here trying to find any secrets to removing the collection jar. The wrench is no help. Every time I brew, I grease the o-ring thoroughly and hand tighten firmly. The of course the jar leaks under pressure so I end up cranking it very tight. The result is that it is near impossible to remove such that the jar breaks. BTW this the second version. v

[@raymaeng]

Great Video. Looking forward to seeing how your brewing experience is with all the new "upgrades". Plus an awesome looking beer.

[@DrHansBrewery]

Thanks! It´s gonna take some time to test them out. Cheers!

[@TheBMurph43]

Good job Dr. thanks for the videos!

[@DrHansBrewery]

Thanks, cheers!

[@derekbarrington667]

So I have the original 10 GALLON or 55L as it is. I had to get the bigger oring seal for the top and the collection jar I was still having leaks and could not tighten it all the way. I did break one jar getting it off and had to replace. The last time I used it I decided to use Teflon tape on the threads of the collection jar and that worked great.. No leaks. I have not seen any evidence of cracking so far either. Glad to see they are continuing to improve it.

[@DrHansBrewery]

Yes its good that they are working on it. The collection jar is still not improved though. That needs to be changed also as you've discovered also.

[@geirmagnepetersen2118]

Had mine fermzilla for 1 day. Couldn't tight the collection jar, so was leaking. Delivered back and bought two snub nose. So damn happy about them, almost no cleaning required :)

[@DrHansBrewery]

Yes, I love the few parts of the snub nose too!

[@killving]

my 55l has been working perfectly:) so I ordered 2 60l all rounders too;)

[@DrHansBrewery]

Great to hear that it has been working for you!

[@derekp6636]

That beer looks delicious, session neipa sounds about right. Looks like the all-rounder is the way to go.

[@toothpik00]

First thing's first: Yes, Session NEIPA is a great idea. Hazy's aren't going away and neither are session beers (especially in my home country of Australia), so nailing a full flavoured NEIPA at under 5% ABV is very important in my opinion. As for the beer you're presenting in this video: it looks remarkable. Solid tropical orange colour and some impressive head with great lacing on the glass. Looks like a joy to drink. My guess is it tastes as good as it looks, so you should be very proud of that beer. One to the fermenter. I'm pleased KegLand have been active in making changes to the unit; I'm a huge fan of their work. I got into homebrewing just before the collapse of the original Keg King company. The guys at KegLand are fantastic innovators, and I think we have Kee to thank for the original Fermentasaurus. The continued success of the FermenterKing line only proves the competence of the original design. My gripe with the Fermzilla is the guys at KegKing seem to be stuck with the thinking that a homebrew unitank needs to have the same basic features as a commercial fermenter. On the other hand, Keg King seem to understand that we are dealing with 30L fermenters made of plastic that are at or less than waist height. As a result we get the Fermenterking. This vessel's plunger dump valve is an absolutely brilliant idea for a homebrew scale plastic unitank. The tank size and cone angle is also perfect. These days I work in a small craft brewery and I've looked at plenty of international breweries online and I can tell you that the 60 degree cone angle is standard. It offers the best trub drop and collection. I think too much concession has been made to consumers complaining about the height of the original Fermentasaurus and the butterfly valve blocking up. I was originally excited and on board for the Fermzilla when I saw the first concept video. However I have to admit that the Keg King team thought outside the box with the plunger valve and now I've seen it in action, it seems so logical, and such an improvement over the butterfly valve for a small, plastic homebrew unitank. This coupled with retaining the steep 60 degree cone angle makes it a very compelling option. I just threw out my original Fermentasaurus (gen 1!) bubble due to what seemed to be irreversible infection, and I think I'll be looking at a Fermenterking as a replacement, not a Fermzilla. Pending your review of the unit of course. Cheers, Dr. Hans!

[@DrHansBrewery]

Cheers PIK, thanks for your input. Yes the beer tasted very good!

[@James-sf5bb]

Thanks for the update 👍🏻 such a shame though for all that have the original one with these issues! Though i haven’t experienced any stretching/cracking yet myself? In a nutshell i have an inferior product to the new release! and adding in the extras too, for which i paid extra for ☹️. But definitely the plastic connectors are definitely less hassle than the stainless ones i find

[@DrHansBrewery]

I'm gonna give this some good testing to see if I think the changes have helped

[@thebluetrouserbrewer9048]

Good video Dr. I've personally enjoyed using my fermzilla but agree it is a fiddly piece of kit. I've given up attempting to take the bf valve off. Very nice looking NEIPA. How did you get the colour? Doesn't quite meet the classic definition of 'session' but does relative to the style.

[@DrHansBrewery]

Maybe seasonable NEIPA then :D The color comes from me being anal about the brewing steps I guess :D

[@_austin]

Do you have any updates now that it's been 11 months? Do you feel like this new updated version of the conical is worth getting over the All Rounder? Thanks!

[@DrHansBrewery]

To be honest I wouldnt buy any of them.

[@bernelindbasementbrewery]

Nice! I think you can call it a session neipa or maybe a neapa! 😛 I'll try my fermzilla for the first time with your beer kit from brewgoat. Cleaned and leak tested the Fermzilla today with good result...so far so good. 😛 Cheers! 🍺

[@DrHansBrewery]

Good luck with the brew!

[@danieldrew4190]

Well it appears I've got the new version and had no idea! I've put 7 brews through it with no problems to date. Great bit of gear and great video thanks

[@TylerHague]

Where did you buy it? Did it come with the pressure kit and handles as well? I'm planning to buy one in the near future, but none of the retailers have indicated that they carry the updated version.

[@danieldrew4190]

@@TylerHague triple j brewing in Melbourne online store it didn't come with pressure kit but did come with handles

[@TylerHague]

@@danieldrew4190 Aaah, ok. I'm in the USA and am trying to contact distributors here to see if the updates are available.

[@DrHansBrewery]

@@TylerHague So you have the new tank?

[@TylerHague]

@@DrHansBrewery No, I want to get a fermzilla soon, but I want to make sure that I get the new tank design from wherever I buy it from. I'm trying to figure out what retailers have the new one in stock.

[@gabriellawrence6585]

Great review! That's a nice looking NEIPA too. Even with the updates I think I'll stick with the All-Rounder. I harvest my yeast before I add it to the fermenter so the collection jar provides no benefit. I also think the plastic-on-plastic fittings lead to a lot of the "fiddliness" that people are complaining about. If the bottom spout was a durable Tri-Clamp fitting, a lot of these issues would go away.

[@DrHansBrewery]

So far I think the all rounder or the Feermentasaurus snub nose is a better choice.

[@katrinelunds]

Wow, now I wish I hadn't bought the first version even tough I'm one of the lucky ones without any problems! Do you know if brewgoat will be selling the plastic ball lock connectors (or any other swedish retailer)

[@DrHansBrewery]

Glad it has been working for you. I´ve haven't seen any in Sweden yet I'm afraid.

[@fuelvolts]

Quick question: at 6:52 you mention that Improvement #2 is that it comes with the pressure kit. According to their website, you still need to purchase the pressure kit separately.

[@DrHansBrewery]

I only report what I was told. If it dosent come with the pressurizing kit you have to count that prize in. Sorry!

[@johnfreeborn979]

Done 5 brews now and found it pretty fiddly with the later version. I always get yeast down in the first seal and have to disassemble the lot to get it out and cleaned, accompanied by trouble with small leaks until fixed before next brew day. It's bit of a task and is lowering the enjoyment experience. But will box on as I know it's basically a good bit of gear.

[@DrHansBrewery]

I hope this one will be more easy to use than the first one I got. Review to follow but need to test it out first!

[@Schikitar]

There's an easy way to clean that seal, just put a jet spray attachment on your garden hose, leave the butterfly valve open and remove the collection jar. Then with the hose just run that high pressure jet around the edge of the seal a few times and it will flush all the crud out, then just sanitise as per usual. I've done over 20 brews in my Fermzilla, not taken the BF assembly apart once, no need unless you get an infection in there some other way..

[@PortlyGentleman]

Nice video 👌 I haven't had any of the assembly. I have had the plastic bottle caps fail. The biggest issue for me is the cracking around the mouth of the fermzilla . My unit is experiencing I'm basically afraid to use it! I'm Extremely frustrated it's not like it was a crazy amount of money and it's garbage.I would expect it to have a longer service life than what I've gotten out of it. I also would expect the reseller I bought it from to do something!

[@DrHansBrewery]

Thanks! So you stopped using yours?

[@PortlyGentleman]

@@DrHansBrewery yes I had 2 🥺

[@DrHansBrewery]

What was the respond from the reseller?

[@ludviggaremark1741]

I think it will be just fine not taking the valve apart and just clean it assembled that will save a lot of time, also the instruction manual says that.

[@DrHansBrewery]

I like to be able to take things apart and clean them

[@XkannsenX]

that neipa !!! i love the color hmmmm

[@DrHansBrewery]

Nom nom nom nom nom nom nom......

[@mikeashton752]

That beer has head retention for days! Yeah I was watching the beer more than the fermenter... I can't help myself

[@DrHansBrewery]

Hahahaha, that's totally fine!

[@GeoffElliot]

yes, 4.8/4.9 is considered sessionable (check out Jennifer Talley's book Session Beers). You should get t-shirts made that say "Fiddlely" on the front, "Less Fiddlely" on the back. ;)'

[@DrHansBrewery]

I will thanks. Hahaha great suggestion. Might put it in my t-shirt store!

[@DrHansBrewery]

Book ordered!

[@berrydude1012]

Any update about this? I am wondering if the updates fixed most of the problems? Thanks!

[@DrHansBrewery]

I need to do some more testing on the new one I'm afraid before making any judgements.

[@berrydude1012]

@@DrHansBrewery Ok nice, the 'new' version is in stock in NL so when it seems the most important issues are fixed I will most certainly buy one. Thanks for your videos about this product!

[@DrHansBrewery]

@@berrydude1012 Thanks mate!

[@Mikkogram]

My experience with KegLands fermzilla so far. Stretch marks on the neck after two batches, got a replacement vessel and it is scratched out of the box, deep grooves beer the neck. It seems like somebody tried to assemble the thing the worng w.ay KegLands quality control and QA sucks

[@DrHansBrewery]

Sorry to hear that, that doesn't sound fun at all. Haven't had so good luck with my first Fermzilla either. I hope the new one will be better.

[@ludviggaremark1741]

BTW, I would love to brew that NEIPA

[@DrHansBrewery]

Where do you live Ludvig?

[@antmod1]

I think you are wrong when you say there shouldn't be any gap with the yeast collection container. If you tighten it until there is no gap it will leak. There should be a little gap. It only needs to be hand tight. It shows that on the kegland tutorial video

[@DrHansBrewery]

anthony hoskins you might be right. I haven’t any issue with leaking from that part. That info came directly from Kee at Kegland. That’s why I shared it. Cause I know That some people been having leakage from there also

[@antmod1]

@@DrHansBrewery Anyway, thanks for making so many great videos. I hope your beer kits will be available in Norway soon 🍻

[@DrHansBrewery]

Thanks, I'm hoping so to.

[@Joelification1]

It still leaks😪, for me through the carb caps on the dump container

[@DrHansBrewery]

Do you have the stainless steel carb caps? If that’s the case you need to buy a bigger seal for them. I had to do that.

[@Joelification1]

@@DrHansBrewery I went through that process and ended up actually reverting back to plastic caps.

[@DrHansBrewery]

@@Joelification1 and the plastic caps leaks?

[@Joelification1]

1. Had plastic caps, leaked. 2. Bought the SS cap, leaked. Tried bigger o ring, leaked. Overtightened them a little and actually cracked the storage container. 3. Got a new dump container and reverted to the plastic caps. Seems ok but yet to put under any real pressure.

[@DrHansBrewery]

@@Joelification1 I've cracked the post on the dump container to with my stainless just finger tightened.

[@digitaldominatrix]

BrewGoat.se ??? Is the goatse reference intentional? Hilarious either way!!

[@DrHansBrewery]

Had to Google it. Never heard of it. Not intended but still hilarious 🤣

[@Shreddah]

4.9 % ABV is quite ok for a session, and not too uncommon nowadays.

[@DrHansBrewery]

Maybe the word session can be different strengths for different styles? Wouldnt call a Pilsner at 4.9 session but an IPA or a NEIPA maybe

[@Shreddah]

@@DrHansBrewery I would agree with that. Magic Rock had an IPA they called "session" that was 5.2 % ABV. That's too much for the style IMO. An IPA under 5 % is fine to call session, in my book. The best session IPA I ever had was 4.8 %.

[@DrHansBrewery]

@@Shreddah Great minds think alike

[@davidsilva-eo2bs]

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[@bradleypariah]

Did you down-vote this video because of the ad that played before it??

[@davidsilva-eo2bs]

@@bradleypariah no that would between KZbin and Dr hanes

[@DrHansBrewery]

Sorry to hear that!

[@BennyBestt]

I think they are Chinese made.

[@mpr1849]

This guy TALKS to much and doesn't get on with it....OMG

[@DrHansBrewery]

Sorry!