Heat had 160 years.
The next 160+ run cold.
PATENTED / ZERO ENERGY PASTEURIZATION
Instantly destroys yeast and bacteria
Requires zero additional energy — easy to set up & use
Preservative-free — nothing is added or removed
Treats beverages, hot or cold, and still or carbonated
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Pasteurization is the sterilization of a product to kill microbes that cause spoilage and extend shelf life.
It’s a method of stabilization that allows beverages to be stored at room temperature for longer periods, making it suitable for wider distribution.
Capture Peak Quality & Freshness
The hops, which serve as natural preservatives, were insufficient to prevent microbial infection in the IPA sample below. As a result, the beer soured and spoiled after three months at room temperature.
However, the post-shredded beer displayed a count of 0 CFU/ml both at one week and after three months, indicating that the SHREDDER significantly enhanced the shelf life of the beer without the need for refrigeration, energy, or additives.
We took the heat out of pasteurization.
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When integrating the Shredder, you’ll be doing process experimentation—dialing in shelf-stability for that new NA, hitting micro targets, or testing sensory outcomes on high-gravity batches, etc. Doing this “Qualified Research” means you could be sitting on a significant tax break.
Under Section 41, the time your crew spends on trial runs and the supplies used during testing can often be claimed as Federal and/or State R&D tax credits.
It’s a win-win: you keep the revenue from the beer you sell during these trials, and you get the tax credits for the work it took to validate. The Shredder is a cost-effective choice, especially considering the potential capital recovery at the end of the year.
(We aren’t CPAs–run your specific eligibility by the experts at KBKG and tell them we sent you, or talk with your own tax pro.)
Shredder isn’t magic; it’s a precisely calibrated, nanoscale, mechanical shredding that targets microbial cell walls.
As your beverage passes through our Shredder cartridges, the nanostructured media within instantly and physically shreds microbes.
This process ensures a fast and effective microbial kill without the kinetic energy (heat) that damages flavor.
Compact Design
At 10.6 sq ft per unit (roughly the size of a shopping cart), Shredder’s small footprint allows it to fit where others can’t.
Contact us so we can understand the unique needs of your operation.
the Problem & our Solution
Thermal pasteurization is expensive — $295K-$727K per year to own and operate*.
$0 CapEx and just $42K/year OpEx.
OUR SOLUTION
THE PROBLEM
Heat damages the flavor it is meant to protect.
Zero heat, zero PU.
No heating, cooling, dedicated power, or process water beyond CIP.
Heat costs you energy, carbon, and process water.
*Estimates, Oct 2026. 100,000 bbl/yr, 20 PU.
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No sweat—the Shredder is small, yet mighty. It is easily movable and can be repositioned for use and then stored away. We recommend at least 4’ x 6’ of floor space for the Shredder system.
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Shredder can accommodate large operations. Start by filling out our contact form. Then, we will reach out to ensure the best path forward to meet your production needs.
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Installation is a breeze! The Shredder features industry-standard 1.5" tri-clamp input and output fittings.
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The Shredder was invented, designed, and engineered in Missouri, USA. We assemble the Shredder in Missouri, using globally sourced materials.
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Isn’t the rule to wait 3 days before calling? All jokes aside, email us and we can schedule a time to talk!
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Yes, and KNT provides an easy-to-implement CIP procedure.
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We know it can be hard to wait, but the best things take time! We are working hard to get Shredders delivered ASAP while maintaining the highest standards.
Availability may vary depending on geography, industry, and the order in which agreements are signed. Once you sign, we will keep you updated on your Shredder assembly and estimated ship date.
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We appreciate that you want to own a Shredder! Our Shredder-as-a-Service (SHaaS) model means you avoid that capital expense, but still get the full benefit of our advanced, proprietary technology plus all the support and maintenance.
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We offer the "Shredder-as-a-Service,” allowing you to adopt our disruptive technology with an affordable OpEx, while we take on the CapEx risk.
Your predictable monthly fee includes:
Full equipment provision: We provide all the necessary Shredder technology.
Complete support and maintenance: We handle all upkeep, repairs, and technical support.
Access to innovation: We are ready and eager to help you reach your goals and recover costs with the R&D tax credit.
To get a precise quote and learn how the Shredder can benefit your business, please contact our team.
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The Shredder effectively reduces the viable microbial concentration by 2 to 5 log10 (CFU/mL) per treatment. The result may vary due to the liquid composition and operating conditions. The Shredder is designed to treat “clean” (<5 micron suspended solids) beverages before packaging.
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Yes, serial treatment of your product with the Shredder will compound the CFU reduction of each pass. Since no heat is added, flavor stays unchanged however many passes the beer makes.
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To ensure the best possible experience from day one, we've focused on perfecting the Shredder’s configuration. It was intentionally designed to be versatile, ready to integrate seamlessly into your production environment.
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We proudly stand behind our work. If an element of your Shredder has a defect, contact us and we will take care of you!