[VIK]
Pump-over Fermenter
"Wineficator"

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Stainless steel pump-over fermenter wine tank from Letina.
Stainless steel pump-over fermenter wine tank from Letina.

The “Wineficator” is a pump-over fermenter designed to make remontage easy.

The HELI rotating sprinkler evenly soaks the pomace cap in the tank, while a built-in sieve separates the solid substance from the liquid.

Several options are available to fully automate the entire process:

  • Pneumatic devices send bubbles from the bottom of the tank, delicately agitating and mixing the liquid.
  • Rotating paddles at the bottom of the pump-over wine fermentation tank are activated to fully unload the pomace from the vessel.
  • A programmable, touchscreen control panel serves as a temperature and pump regulator.


The large, dimpled jacket makes sure the temperature inside the pump-over fermenter is always optimal. Thanks to the vertical construction of the cooling jacket, the stored liquids will be efficiently chilled even if the tank is not full to the brim.

Durable, high-quality materials enable the wine fermentation tank to stay in pristine condition, even after years of professional usage.

Front view of a 27000 L stainless steel Letina VIK pump-over fermenter.
Front view of a 27000 L stainless steel Letina VIK pump-over fermenter.
Control panel of a 27000 L stainless steel Letina VIK pump-over fermenter.
Control panel of a 27000 L stainless steel Letina VIK pump-over fermenter.
Front view of a 12000 L stainless steel Letina VIKS pump-over fermenter with a spoon bottom.
Front view of a 12000 L stainless steel Letina VIKS pump-over fermenter with a spoon bottom.
Side view of a 12000 L stainless steel Letina VIKS pump-over fermenter with a spoon bottom.
Side view of a 12000 L stainless steel Letina VIKS pump-over fermenter with a spoon bottom.

AISI 304

The pump-over fermenter is made out of AISI 304 quality stainless steel. An upgrade to AISI 316L stainless steel is available for high-corrosion environments.
Microscopic structure of AISI 304 stainless steel.

Marbled Finish

A high-polish, marbled finish is applied to the outside of the pump-over fermentation tank. Matte and Scotch Brite finishes are also available upon request. The inside is BA (IIId) polished.
Depiction of a CP circle polish finish on stainless steel.

Sloped Bottom

The pump-over wine fermentation tank comes with a flat, sloped bottom. Paired with the large, rectangular door, the discharge of the sloped tank is made easy.
[Bottom] Sloped

Conical Eccentric Top

A press-molded eccentric conical head comes standard with all pump-over fermenters. Other head shapes are available upon request.
[Top] Conical Eccentric - Press Molded

Rotating Sprinkler

The rotating HELI sprinkler is mounted on the pump-over fermenter's head. It efficiently soaks the entire layer of pomace in the wine tank.

Impulse Mixing

Pneumatic devices are located on the bottom of the tank. They send short bursts of air, creating bubbles. The bubbles rise to the top, delicately mixing the liquid in the vessel.

Pomace Discharge

The rotating blades mounted to the bottom of the wine fermentation tank gently push the leftover pomace out of the rectangular doors, automatizing discharge.

Control Panel

The pump-over wine fermentation tank comes with a programmable, touchscreen control panel. It regulates the pump and temperature inside the tank, allowing you to automatize the entire process.

Dimple Jacket

A dimple jacket is a thin, spotted shell that regulates tank temperatures with the help of a cooling/heating medium such as glycol. They are made of light-weight materials and spot-welded for minimal additional weight.

Stacking Technology

Make smart use of your limited cellar space by stacking tanks on top of each other. Stacking allows you to reorganize your production line and make it more efficient than ever.

Pump-over Fermenter Equipment

Standard

  • HELI Rotating Sprinkler
  • Pipe – DN32 DIN11851 (with fitting)
  • Manhole Cover – Round Ø400 mm
  • Manway Door – Rectangular (type Z1500)
  • Legs – Standard (Closed)
  • Temperature Control
    • Cooling Jacket (1 m2/1000 L)
    • Thermometer (analog)
    • Thermowell (with PG9 fitting)
  • Valves
    • Sample Tap (DN15)
    • Partial Discharge – Ball valve (DN32 DIN11851)
    • Total Discharge – Ball valve (DN65 DIN11851)
    • Vent Valve – DN50 (PVC)
  • Mesh Screen
  • Level Indicator – Ø16 mm acrylic tube (scaled, open)
  • Type Plate – With note card
  • Ladder Rack – Coat height 1500 mm onwards
  • Welding – Brushed finish

Options

  • Automatic Pomace Discharge
  • Automatic Pulsation Devices
  • Control Panel (touchscreen) – Temperature and Pump Control
  • Pump (for pumping over)
  • Manway Door
    • Custom sizes
    • Additional oval door (on hinge)
  • Legs – Adjustable height and tilt
  • Temperature Control
    • Heating Jacket
    • Cooling Jacket (>1 m2/1000 L)
    • Bottom-mounted electrical heater
    • Digital thermoregulator (with temperature control)
  •  Valves
    • Ball or butterfly (Clamp, Garolla, WG, Macon, Gas, etc.)
    • Electromagnetic or electromotor valves
    • Stainless steel caps (on all valves and fittings)
  • Fittings
    • Inclined stirrer fitting
    • Inert gas fitting
  • Level Indicator – Ø24 mm acrylic tube (scaled, closed)
  • Decanter
  • Welding – Brushed and polished (Ra<0.8 µm)
Blueprint of the pump-over fermenter.

Pump-over Fermenter Size Chart

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TypeCapacity (L)Capacity (US gal)Diameter (mm)Total Height (mm)Shell Height (mm)BottomTop
VIK2300A142300608140223611500B4T1
VIK3100A143100819140228612000B4T1
VIK3800A1438001004140233612500B4T1
VIK4000A1640001057159328742000B4T1
VIK4900A1849001295175228862000B4T1
VIK5000A1650001321159333742500B4T1
VIK5900A1659001559159338743000B4T1
VIK6100A1861001612175233862500B4T1
VIK7300A1873001929175238863000B4T1
VIK8500A2185002246207134462500B4T2
VIK10200A21102002695207139463000B4T2
VIK11700A22117003091223039643000B4T2
VIK12700A22127003355223042143250B4T2
VIK13450A24134503554238939813000B4T2
VIK13500A21135003567207149464000B4T2
VIK13700A22137003620223044643500B4T2
VIK14800A25148003910250140263000B4T2
VIK15700A22157004148223049644000B4T2
VIK15800A24158004174238944813500B4T2
VIK17300A25173004571250145263500B4T2
VIK17300A27173004571270840503000B4T2
VIK18100A24181004782238949814000B4T2
VIK19700A25197005205250150264000B4T2
VIK20300A27203005363270845503500B4T2
VIK23400A27234006182270850504000B4T2
VIK24600A25246006499250160265000B4T2
VIK29100A27291007688270860505000B4T2

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3) You approve the plans.

You sign the final version of the drawing and email it to us. We then schedule the tank for manufacture. You still have some time for making small changes.

4) We manufacture it.

Your final tank design enters the production line. It is assembled from high-grade stainless steel using advanced welding techniques.

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