The ROI of Steel for Craft Breweries Scaling Production in 2025

As the craft brewing industry continues to expand, so does the demand for functional, scalable, and cost-effective brewing space. Whether you’re a startup operation breaking ground or a regional brewery pushing capacity, your building needs to work as hard as you do. That’s where Armstrong Steel comes in.

Our prefabricated steel buildings are purpose-built to meet the exacting demands of brewery owners—engineered for efficient workflows, rugged utility, and room to grow. Here’s how we help transform your next phase from vision to vertical.

Speed to Build. Speed to Brew

Time is money—especially when expansion means increasing output and getting product to market faster. With Armstrong Steel, your building arrives pre-cut, pre-punched, and ready for assembly. No waiting on framers, no chasing down missing parts, no surprises.

Our direct-to-customer process and pre-engineered kits shave weeks (or months) off your build schedule compared to traditional methods. Clear erection drawings and precision-fit components ensure your crew stays productive and your build stays on track.

The result? You’re brewing sooner—and generating revenue faster.

Cost-Efficient Construction = More Capital for Beer

Every dollar that doesn’t go toward construction is a dollar you can reinvest in tanks, chillers, packaging lines, or your customer experience. Armstrong buildings are designed with efficiency in mind—from factory-controlled fabrication to faster field installation.

We simplify the labor process with bolt-together frames, clearly labeled parts, and panel systems that arrive ready to assemble. That means fewer subcontractors, fewer delays, and fewer surprises in your budget.

Expect lower total build costs—and a higher return on investment.

Flexible Design That Reflects Your Brand

A great brewery isn’t just a production facility. It’s also a brand experience. That’s why our steel buildings are highly adaptable—built around your brewing process and your aesthetic.

Want a clean industrial taproom with tall ceilings and glass roll-up doors? Done. Need oversized equipment access for new fermenters or canning lines? No problem. Every Armstrong structure can be customized with:

• Clear-span interiors to eliminate structural columns
• Oversized doors and framed openings for equipment access
• Integrated HVAC-ready design for production zones
• Architectural options to blend metal with masonry, wood, or other finishes

Our buildings don’t just function—they give you a canvas to express your story.

One Building. Multiple Functions

From grain delivery to cold storage to tasting rooms, breweries are complex operations—and our buildings are engineered to support all of it. You can easily plan zones within a single structure, including:

• Dedicated brewing and fermentation areas
• Cold storage or walk-in cooler bays
• A retail shop or growler fill station
• A tasting room or beer hall for guests
• Packaging and QA stations with clean sightlines
• Utility corridors for plumbing, electrical, and gas lines

We help you design with flow and function in mind—so your staff and your customers move seamlessly through the space.

Built to Expand With You

Demand spikes. Distribution grows. Taproom foot traffic triples. The last thing you want is a building that boxes you in.

Armstrong Steel structures are modular and easily expandable. Whether you’re adding a new fermenter row, a bottling line, or an outdoor beer garden, our buildings allow for straightforward additions—with minimal disruption and no need for major retrofits.

Build what you need now. Expand when you’re ready. We’ll help you plan both from day one.

Lower Maintenance. Higher Reliability

Craft beer requires consistency. So does your facility. Armstrong buildings are built from high-gauge steel that resists rust, moisture, mold, pests, and fire. Unlike wood-framed structures, they don’t warp, rot, or require frequent repair.

Routine upkeep is minimal, meaning fewer maintenance headaches—and more time focused on your product, your team, and your customers.

Engineered for Real-World Conditions

Your building has to work no matter what the weather does. Every Armstrong Steel building is engineered to meet or exceed your local building codes for snow, wind, and seismic loads.

That includes heavy-duty roof and wall panels, structurally calculated framing systems, and thoughtful load distribution for heavy brewing equipment. Our in-house engineers ensure your structure performs under pressure—day after day, brew after brew.

Brew Smarter With Energy Efficiency

Cold storage zones. Climate-controlled fermentation. Customer comfort. Energy efficiency isn’t optional—it’s a must.

Our rigid-frame steel buildings support high-R insulation packages and passive ventilation systems, helping you maintain stable temperatures and lower your operating costs. Reflective roof coatings and smart HVAC integration further optimize your energy usage across seasons.

Whether you’re fermenting lagers or serving IPAs, we help you control the environment—and the utility bill.

Let’s Build Your Brewery, Better

At Armstrong Steel, we know what it takes to scale a brewery that’s equal parts production engine and customer experience. We’ve helped brewers across the country build smarter, grow faster, and avoid the pitfalls of conventional construction.

We handle every step—from design to fabrication—right here in the U.S. Our team is ready to help you configure the perfect space to brew, bottle, serve, and scale.

Call 1-800-345-4610 to speak with an Armstrong Steel building consultant, or request a custom quote through our website to get started.

Brew big. Build smart. Go steel. Let’s raise the roof on your next phase.