Which Faucet Lock is Right for Me?
- Aug 19, 2022
So, you’ve decided it is a good idea to secure your beer. I get it, there are a TON of reasons why this makes sense. Here are the top 4...
Beer Dispenser & Kegerator Components
Welcome to Beer Dispenser & Kegerator Components blogs! Learn about the essential parts that make your draft beer system work efficiently—from taps and faucets to regulators and other kegerator components. Keep your equipment in top condition for the best beer service.
Gas Regulators & Distributors 101
- Aug 3, 2020
The simplified explanation of a regulator would describe it as a beer dispensing system component that is used to regulate the amount of gas that passes through your keg and pushes your beer to the faucet.
However, this description doesn't account for all the different kinds of regulators – you see, one size doesn’t fit all. There are primary regulators – further divided into CO2, nitrogen, single, dual, etc. – and secondary regulators.
Each type of regulator plays a unique role in a beer dispensing system, so to help you decide what kind of regulator you’ll need, we've provided more information on each.
Keg Couplers 101: Choosing the Right Type and Style of Keg Coupler for Your Beer Dispensing System
- Jul 20, 2020
If there’s one beer component you can really say brings your whole dispensing system together, it’s the keg coupler. It connects the air line from your CO2 or Nitrogen tank and the beer line to your keg. It’s also what allows the compressed air into your keg, resulting in your beer being pushed all the way to the faucet.
A Guide to Common Beer Faucet Types and Their Benefits
- Jun 29, 2020
Choosing the correct beer faucet for your beverage dispensing system is crucial - as the last component your beer touches before it reaches the glass, faucets can make or break the perfect pour.
Beer Dispenser FAQ
- Jun 10, 2019
Find answers to questions regarding keg cooler setup, external CO2 tanks, and adapting a keg cooler to a home bar top.
How To Change a CO2 Gas Cylinder
- Apr 16, 2019
The 8-step process makes changing your cylinder as simple as possible. Includes instructions on increasing your CO2 Regulator's pressure.
"It's a Tap!" | What is a beer tap?
- Apr 11, 2019
Turns out, "tap" can refer to at least THREE different beer parts! Help us help you find the exact tap needed for your setup by referencing this handy chart.
Empower Your Kegerator with the Nitro-Infuser
- Feb 11, 2019
Welcome to Rapids Wholesale - we know you're probably just getting back to work after a hectic (and information-filled) visit to Coffee Fest New York 2019 or the Specialty Coffee Expo in Boston, so we appreciate your taking the time to learn more about our Nitro-Infused Empowered Kegerators and how they can revolutionize the way you pour nitro coffee.
The Best of Both Worlds
Rapids was created back in 1936 by Harry Ribble, the developer of the world's first direct draw beer dispenser. While our business has grown and expanded since then, dispensing has remained a major component of our operations, and now we've taken that direct draw beer dispenser one step further and empowered it for your cold brew coffee operation.
This empowerment comes in the form of the Nitro Infuser from Enhanced Beverage Solutions. Coupled with our house-brand Volition's portable kegerator, as well as our vast experience with dispensing, this infuser makes delivering the delicious cold brew your customers crave simple.
Awarding-Winning Towers
It's not just us - judges love the EBS nitro towers too! During their debut at CoffeeFest New York 2019, they were awarded Best New Product in the Non-Consumable category!
"Stop Shakin' That Keg": Benefits of Using the EBS Nitro Infuser
- Easy and fast installation between the keg and your tap with either the in-line infuser or infused tower
- Eliminates the need to pre-charge the keg by nitrogenating at the tap
- Consistent pour every time
- Impressive pour speed
- User-friendly, which means you can quickly adapt it for self-serve setups
- Design allows for customization to meet shop standards.
Pour More Than Just Coffee
The advantages of the nitro infuser aren't limited to coffee - you can pour nitro-infused tea, tea lattes, kombucha, wine, and more! We've even heard of nitro infused milk! This versatility makes it easy to expand your menu by simply putting a new twist on a classic.
Many Cold Brew/Nitro Coffee Options are Available!
Have Questions? We're Here to Help!
Just call 1-800-899-6610 or start a chat to speak with one of our knowledgeable sales representatives.
Impress Customers with a Mobile Microbrew Station
- Jul 20, 2017
Using a beer dispenser doesn't have to mean you are limited to just a few beer options. In just a few steps, you can easily turn your Volition beer dispenser into a mobile microbrew station! Just add casters and two 5-product T-Towers! Several widths are available for you to choose from: 59", 69", 95".
What is a Forward Sealing Faucet? What Are Its Benefits?
- Jun 28, 2016
Perlick's forward sealing beer and wine faucets are designed with a purpose, making them unique in both appearance and function. An innovative ball and floating front seal design prevents beer from being exposed to air, which provides two important benefits: 1) The handle level doesn't stick, with the added benefit of fewer internal parts, which means better reliability and fewer service calls. 2) There is no buildup of mold and bacteria in the faucet body, making forward sealing faucets the most sanitary of draft beer faucets.
