CO2 Monitoring in the Beverage Industry
CO2 not only causes the sparkling effect found in carbonated beverages, but also helps to preserve the freshness of the beverage. A chemical reaction between CO2 and water forms carbon acid which has an antibacterial effect in addition to the fizzy effect of soda drinks.
The carbonating processes is where the majority of CO2 is used in the beverage industry. In addition, the gas also shows up in fermentation and refrigeration. CO2 is omnipresent in nearly all beverage production and storage facilities.
Fun Fact: A large bottling plant can fill 30,000 bottles per hour.
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