100HL Wine Fermenter Tank With Spiral Channel Cooling

A 100HL wine fermenter tank equipped with a spiral channel for cooling is a specialized vessel used in winemaking to control the temperature during the fermentation process.

The “100HL” denotes its capacity, indicating it can hold 100 hectoliters of liquid, which is a sizable volume used in commercial winemaking.

The “fermenter tank” is designed specifically for fermenting grape juice into wine. During fermentation, yeast consumes sugars in the grape juice and produces alcohol and carbon dioxide. Controlling the temperature during this process is crucial because different wine styles and grape varieties require specific temperature ranges for optimal fermentation and to achieve desired flavors and characteristics.

The “spiral channel cooling” likely refers to a cooling system integrated into the tank. This system often consists of a coil or channel that runs along the walls of the tank. Coolant, such as glycol or chilled water, flows through this spiral channel to regulate the temperature inside the tank. By adjusting the flow and temperature of the coolant, winemakers can raise or lower the temperature of the fermenting wine as needed.

Maintaining proper temperatures is essential during fermentation. Too high a temperature can result in off-flavors or the production of unwanted compounds, while too low a temperature can slow or halt fermentation. The spiral channel cooling system allows for precise temperature control, ensuring that the fermentation proceeds optimally, leading to high-quality wine production.

Standard product features:

• Stainless steel 304/316L

• Conical centric top
• Sample valve
• CIP – rotary spray ball
• Wine outlet and drain outlet assembly
• Dimple cooling jacket
• Fully welded cladding

• Top Manhole Cover
• Side rectangular manway
• RTD Probe
• 2″ Butterfly valves

• Flat, sloped bottom

• Mesh Screen

• 2″ PVRV

• Ladder Rack

• Bimetallic thermometer

• Liquid level tube.