Question

The capacity of Asahi vessels is __________

(a) 4000 hl

(b) 5000 hl

(c) 6000 hl

(d) 8000 hl

I have been asked this question in an interview for job.

My doubt stems from Large Capacity Fermenters topic in portion Fermentation System & Management of Fermentation Technology

Answer 1

The correct choice is (b) 5000 hl

For explanation: The capacity of Asahi vessel is 5000 hl and aspect ratio was close to 1.  They were made from stainless steel and were cylindrical in shape with an internal diameter of 7.5 m and height 11.8 m.