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Columns and taps for beer and beverages: complete guide to choosing the right system, configuration and model
At Install Beer the column is not chosen only for its looks. It is the visible part of an installation that must keep the beverage chilled all the way to the tap and also adapt to the actual number of beverages, the available space, the type of bar and the project’s visual style.
In fixed installations we work with continuous cooling right up to the point of service, via recirculation of chilled water or cold air recirculation from a cold room or keg cooler. Only in mobile or non‑fixed setups, such as events, catering, fairs or temporary bars, does it make sense to work with minimal distance and narrow tubing, because the goal is to set up and take down quickly without appreciable loss of temperature or quality.
The Install Beer method: first define the system, then the tower
A column can be compact, curved, T‑shaped, a bridge, wall‑mounted or special, but in all cases the correct logic starts from the installation. In a fixed project the beverage must remain chilled all the way to the tap to avoid serving issues, loss of quality and poor preservation in the final stretch.
Fixed installation with recirculating chilled water
It’s the go‑to solution when you’re looking for true thermal continuity from keg to tower, especially on professional bars, demanding runs and projects where service consistency is a priority.
Fixed installation with cold air from cold room or keg room
Very useful when the bar is connected to a cold room or keg room and the system can share or carry that cold air to the tower to keep the beverage properly chilled over short, well-designed runs.
Mobile installation with minimum distance
It only makes sense in non‑fixed setups, such as events, catering or trade fairs, where the refrigerated unit is very close to the tap and speed of assembly and disassembly is prioritized without sacrificing service level.
Towers are not a single fixed piece: they can vary in taps, finishes, logo holders and configuration
One of the most important points of a pillar page on faucets is to make it clear that a single column family can offer different configurations. It’s not just about choosing “one model”, but about defining how that model adapts to the real project.
Number of taps
Depending on the range, a column can be configured for 1, 2, 3, 4 or more taps. In bridges and high‑capacity ranges you can reach 8, 10 or even 12 taps.
Finishes
Many families allow finishes such as stainless, chrome, copper, graphite, aged brass, black, gold or paint, as well as gloss, matte or satin variants.
Logo medallions
There are logo‑holder medallions in stainless steel, copper, wrought iron, front and top medallions, and even special or illuminated solutions depending on the series.
Threads and fastening
They change depending on the family: 1/2" BSP or 5/8" BSP tap threads, 1", 1 1/2" mountings and, in some bridges, solutions using threaded studs.
Which system is suitable for the project
| Scenario | Recommended system | What is prioritized | Common families |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixed professional bar | Chilled‑water recirculation | Thermal continuity, consistency and quality of service | Roma, T, T Marinera, Andromeda, bridges and multi‑line ranges |
| Fixed bar next to cold room or keg cooler | Recirculated cold air | Constant cooling with integrated system | Compact, Roma, T, wall panel, families from 1 to 4 taps |
| Fixed installation with large capacity | Chilled‑water recirculation | Main bars, many lines and intensive service | Puente Marinera, Puente Codos, San Francisco, California, Puente 2010 |
| Event, catering or trade fair | Minimum distance in mobile installation | Quick assembly and disassembly | Events, Barcelona, Magnum, kegerator and compact units |
Current models and families visible in store
This section combines models currently on the market with product families that are especially useful to guide a quick purchase.
Barcelona
Very interesting for quick setups, compact bars and events where the installation is not fixed.
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Magnum
A very solid family when you want more visual presence without losing versatility.
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Events
Designed for temporary bars and occasional services where quick assembly is key.
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Roma
Great balance between aesthetics, daily service and ease of integration in permanent hospitality setups.
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T Hammer / T Column
The natural option when the fixed bar needs several lines and more commercial presence.
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Chrome Angram
The benchmark for cask and real ale when you want a differentiated service experience.
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Kegerator
Very suitable for home bars, leisure and domestic projects with refrigerated equipment very close to the tap.
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Wall panel for wine
Very interesting fixed solution for wine by the glass and projects where a wall‑mounted aesthetic makes sense.
View productExpanded catalog of families and reference data sheets
Here we include the additional families that should be shown for the page to work as a true pillar guide for the sector. This block lets the customer see at a glance that columns can vary greatly in capacity, medallion, finish and design language.
Millenium
MICompact single-line family, very useful when you’re looking for a classic aesthetic and a wide range of finishes.
Edge
FIStreamlined single-line solution, designed for clean bars and very compact configurations.
Berlin
BEVery suitable for bars that want a simple column but with a more substantial base and a wide variety of finishes.
New York
NYIt stands out for accepting 1/2" or 5/8" BSP thread, which makes it especially interesting in certain compatibility projects.
Zaragoza
ZAA very versatile family for bars that need one or two lines, with many finishes available.
Tauro
TAVery suitable for bars and restaurants that want to move from a single column to a more powerful bar offering.
Universal
UNA family with very clear legibility for bars with several products on tap and a need for a clean commercial image.
Andromeda
ANOne of the most interesting families when the bar needs a lot of capacity and a strong visual identity.
Parisienne
PAA very expressive series for projects with a strong decorative and branding component.
Stockholm
STVery interesting for projects that need flexibility between a medium bar and a higher-capacity bar.
Zeta
ZEA good option for working with several lines with a contemporary aesthetic and extensive customization.
Europe
EUFlexible series that covers everything from single-way solutions to more complete configurations within the same family.
T Tokyo
TOT‑shaped solution with a top medallion, very suitable when you want a multi‑line piece with clear visual identification.
T Marinera
TMPerfect for bars with higher technical and aesthetic demands, where the column is already a focal point.
Marinera bridge
PMA high-capacity reference for main bars, with a front logo holder and more technical fixing solutions.
Elbow Bridge
PCHighly suitable for high‑capacity fixed installations and bars where the bridge is a central part of the concept.
San Francisco
SFDesigned for projects with many lines, taprooms, central bars and intensive service with strong commercial visibility.
California
CAAnother major family for high capacity, very much geared towards projects where the bar becomes a showcase of offerings.
Bridge 2010
20Bridge with strong visual personality, suitable for fixed bars where a clear, distinctive presence is needed.
Modular Still
ALIdeal for premium projects, themed bars, and concepts where the tap handle has a very strong decorative role.
Which compatibilities to check before choosing a tower
Mechanical compatibility
- Tap thread and mounting type.
- Thread or fixing system to bar, countertop or wall.
- Usable space under the bar for tubing, fittings and maintenance.
- Actual number of taps the business needs.
- Usable height for serving glasses, wine glasses and mugs.
System compatibility
- Whether the installation will be fixed or mobile.
- Where the keg, cold room, or keg cooler is located.
- Whether the cooling will come from chilled water or recirculated air.
- Actual distance between chilled product and tap.
- Type of beverage, cleaning, and line dedication.
Frequently asked questions about columns and taps
Can all towers be fitted with the same number of taps?
No. Depending on the family, the column may be designed for 1, 2, 3, 4 or more taps. On bridges and high-capacity series you can go up to 12 taps.
Can the finishes be customized?
Yes. Many families offer multiple finishes, from stainless or chrome to copper, graphite, black, gold or paint, in gloss, matte or satin versions.
What is a logo medallion and why does it matter?
This is the area or part intended to display a brand, logo or visual identity. It can be stainless steel, copper, wrought iron, front, top or special depending on the column family.
Can thin tubing without recirculation be used in a fixed installation?
This is not the right logic for a fixed installation. In permanent setups, the drink must be kept chilled all the way to the tap by recirculating chilled water or recirculated cold air.
When does a minimum-distance installation actually make sense?
For events, catering, trade fairs and other mobile or non‑fixed setups where the refrigerated unit can be placed very close to the tap and fast assembly and disassembly are required.
Which columns work best on high-capacity fixed bars?
Puente Marinera, Puente Codos, San Francisco, California, Puente 2010, Andromeda and other multi‑line families are especially interesting for that scenario.
Would you like us to define the right column and the right configuration with you?
We can help you decide not only which model fits best, but also how many taps you need, which finish is suitable, which logo medallion makes the most sense and which cooling system should go with the tower so the project truly works.