Micro Matic and BarTrack® Launch Smart Draft™ to Enhance Draft Beverage Quality, Service and Sustainability
Micro Matic, a global leader in draft beer dispensing equipment design and manufacturing, has partnered with BarTrack, a leader in beverage quality and data technology. This collaboration has led to the availability of the Smart Draft System™ powered by BarTrack, a state-of-the-art dispensing system now available for purchase. Revolutionizing draft beverage quality management and service in the hospitality space.
"At BarTrack, we understand the importance of preventing problems before they occur. The Smart Draft System™ is designed to give you peace of mind and protect your business," said Brett Danielson, CEO of BarTrack. "We are thrilled to partner with Micro Matic to help further operators and service providers through our ecosystem, which will prevent wasted product and ultimately lead to the perfect drinking experience for patrons."
This transformational partnership brings innovative technology across a line of draft dispensing equipment to the market, including refrigeration, glycol power packs and much more. Pairing two of the draft beverage industry's leading brands, The Smart Draft System™ product lineup is changing the way retailers interact with their draft systems and revolutionizing the fragmented draft beverage space into a fully integrated ecosystem. This drives efficiency and profitability, optimizing equipment performance and service. Along with BarTrack's Smart Draft Lines™, The Smart Glycol Power Pack™, and Smart Refrigeration™ systems combine to create the first vertically integrated Smart Draft System™.
Smart Draft Lines™: Plug-and-play with any draft system, monitoring over a dozen beverage-specific variables. The only hardware with no moving parts or obstructions.
This versatile platform is a combination of IoT offerings that monitor and report on all the variables that affect beverage quality and profitability, including draft line temperature, cooler temperature, pressure, line cleanliness, foam, unrung pours, keg levels and system health. BarTrack's patented, non-intrusive technology has no moving parts, allowing bar owners and servicers that use Micro Matic equipment to access reliable and precise data at their fingertips. The integrated BarTrack App connects to the smart system and point-of-sale tools, providing teams with comprehensive data on every pour from the keg to the consumer's glass
The BarTrack App links to the smart system and point-of-sale tools, giving teams real-time data on each pour and critical insights on temperature and equipment performance.
Included within the Smart Draft System™ is the Smart Glycol Power Pack™, a cutting-edge refrigeration unit with advanced monitoring technology that offers real-time insights into critical temperature data and equipment performance. This protects draft systems from damage before it happens, ensuring operational efficiency and the freshness and safety of valuable inventory.
"The average restaurant loses over ten thousand dollars annually due to preventable equipment-related spoilage," Danielson noted. "The Smart Draft System™ actively monitors equipment health, providing instant notifications to prevent costly inventory losses and reduce operational impact. Additionally, you receive automated preventive alerts for system abnormalities, providing valuable troubleshooting information to our cloud support team and technicians. This enables efficient diagnosis and resolution of service and maintenance issues. Our proactive approach minimizes operational downtime, ensuring seamless operations and maximizing profitability."
The Smart Glycol Power Pack™ is a high-tech refrigeration unit that provides real-time temperature and performance data.
This cutting-edge temperature monitoring technology is now available on select Micro Matic power packs, with plans for future integration into select kegerator and back bar refrigeration units. Additionally, a retrofit kit will be offered, allowing for upgrades to existing refrigeration equipment.
The launch of the Smart Draft System™ by Micro Matic and BarTrack® marks a significant advancement in the draft beverage industry. By combining cutting-edge technology with industry-leading expertise, this partnership delivers a comprehensive solution that enhances quality, service and sustainability. As the system becomes widely adopted, it promises to revolutionize how draft beverages are managed, driving profitability while ensuring the perfect pour every time.
