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Quotes - Engineering - SalesCIP Heat Exchangers for Wine Fermentation Tank Cleaning
Wine tanks accumulate tartrates, yeast lees, grape solids, and spoilage organisms. Our fully sanitary, CIP-capable heat exchangers supply 185°F+ hot water, caustic, and acid solutions while withstanding aggressive cleaning cycles — delivering spotless tanks, zero cross-vintage carryover, and protection against Brettanomyces and acetic bacteria.
Key Wine Tank Cleaning Applications
- Hot Water Sanitization: Circulates 185–195°F water for tartrate removal and microbial kill.
- Caustic & Acid CIP Sets: Supplies heated caustic for lees/protein removal and acid for tartrate dissolution.
- Tank Cooling Loops: Rapid post-fermentation crash cooling with sanitary glycol exchangers.
- Red Wine Maceration Heating: Precise temperature control during fermentation with cleanable exchangers.
- Barrel & Line Cleaning: Hot water and PAA circulation for barrel rooms and transfer lines.
- Vintage Changeover: Full CIP eliminates grape variety and oak residues between harvests.
Shell & Tube
CIP Winery Exchangers
- Ideal for Hot Water & Steam Sets
- Double Tubesheet Options
- Fully Drainable & Tartrate Resistant
Plate & Frame
CIP Winery Exchangers
- Fast Response Cooling/Heating
- Compact for Small Wineries
- Easy Inspection & CIP
Why Sanitary CIP Heat Exchangers Are Essential for Wine Fermentation Tank Cleaning
Wine tanks that are not perfectly clean become breeding grounds for Brettanomyces, acetic bacteria, and tartrate buildup — ruining entire vintages. Manual cleaning is slow, dangerous, and inconsistent; only automated CIP with properly designed heat exchangers delivers reliable, repeatable results.
Our sanitary exchangers withstand daily hot caustic, tartaric acid, and 195°F water cycles while supplying precise heating/cooling for fermentation control. Polished 316L surfaces, full drainability, and no dead legs ensure zero residual grape solids or microbes remain.
A renowned Napa winery eliminated Brett contamination and reduced tank cleaning time by 70% after installing our hot water CIP exchangers. An Australian Shiraz producer achieved flawless vintage separation and zero tartrate issues with our fully CIP-capable cooling systems.
With proven performance in premium wineries worldwide, riboflavin-validated cleanability, and designs trusted by top vintners, our CIP heat exchangers are the professional choice for pristine fermentation tanks, consistent wine quality, and efficient winery operations.
