[VIN]
Horizontal Fermenter
"Wineficator Winematic"

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Stainless steel horizontal fermenter wine tank from Letina.
Stainless steel horizontal fermenter wine tank from Letina.

The “Wineficator Winematic” is a horizontal fermenter designed to perfect the maceration of red wine.

A geared motor powers an anchor type agitator spanning the length of the fermentation tank. The motor is equipped with an inverter, allowing an adjustable speed of 0 to 5 rpm – in either direction. The gentle mixing breaks up and submerges the pomace cap, extracting color, tannins, flavor and aromas from the marc. 

The very same agitator is part of a specially designed system that enables an automatic discharge of pomace from the horizontal fermenter.

A programmable, touchscreen control panel serves as a rotation, discharge and temperature regulator, allowing you to automatize the entire process.

The large, dimpled jacket makes sure the temperature inside the horizontal fermentation tank 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 fermenter to stay in pristine condition, even after years of professional usage.

Front view of a 10500 L stainless steel Letina VIN horizontal fermenter.
Front view of a 10500 L stainless steel Letina VIN horizontal fermenter.
Back view of a 10500 L stainless steel Letina VIN horizontal fermenter.
Back view of a 10500 L stainless steel Letina VIN horizontal fermenter.
Agitator blades on the inside of a 10500 L stainless steel Letina VIN horizontal fermenter.
Agitator blades on the inside of a 10500 L stainless steel Letina VIN horizontal fermenter.
Side view of a 10500 L stainless steel Letina VIN horizontal fermenter.
Side view of a 10500 L stainless steel Letina VIN horizontal fermenter.

AISI 304

The horizontal 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 horizontal 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.

Horizontal Build

This tank was designed specifically to perfect the maceration of red wine. When paired with an agitator, the horizontal construction allows the optimal extraction of flavors.

Built-in Agitator

The horizontal fermenter features an agitator mounted to a geared motor with an inverter. It breaks up the pomace cap and works at 0 to 5 rpm in any direction.

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.

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.

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.

Horizontal Fermenter Equipment

Standard

  • Control Panel (touchscreen) – Automatic Cooling, Heating and Mixing Control
  • Automatic Pomace Discharge
  • Manhole Cover – 2x Round Ø400 mm
  • Manway Door
    • Rectangular (type 165)
    • Rectangular (type Z175)
  • Legs – Adjustable Height and Tilt
  • Temperature Control
    • Cooling Jacket (1 m2/1000 L)
    • Bottom-mounted Electrical Heater
    • Heating Pump
    • Thermometer (analog)
    • Thermowell (with PG9 fitting)
  • Valves
    • Sample Tap (DN15)
    • Partial Discharge – Ball Valve (DN32 DIN11851)
    • Total Discharge – Ball Valve (DN65 DIN11851)
    • 2x Vent Valve – DN50 (PVC)
    • Solenoid Valve
  • Type Plate – With Note Card
  • Ladder Rack
  • Welding – Brushed Finish

Options

  • HELI Rotating Sprinkler
  • Insulation – Polyurethane Foam Layer (60 mm)
  • Manhole Cover – Custom Sizes
  • Valves
    • Ball or Butterfly (Clamp, Garolla, WG, Macon, Gas, etc.)
    • Stainless Steel Caps (on all valves and fittings)
  • Fittings
    • Inert Gas Fitting
  • Level Indicator
    • Ø16 mm Acrylic Tube (scaled, open)
    • Ø24 mm Acrylic Tube (scaled, closed)
  • Mesh Screen
  • Welding – Brushed and Polished (Ra<0.8 µm)
Blueprint of the horizontal fermenter.

Horizontal Fermenter Size Chart

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TypeCapacity (L)Capacity (US gal)Diameter (mm)Total Length (mm)Shell Length (mm)Total Height (mm)# of Paddles
VIN3200A14320084514032621200020007
VIN4000A144000105714033121250020008
VIN4100A164100108315942635200023007
VIN5000A185000132117532646200024507
VIN5100A165100134715943135250023008
VIN6200A186200163817533146250024508
VIN7400A1874001955175336463000245010
VIN7500A197500198219123157250027008
VIN8900A1989002351191236573000270010
VIN10500A21105002774207236803000280010
VIN12200A22122003223223136803000300010
VIN13800A21138003646207246804000280014
VIN15400A25154004069250236993000330010
VIN16100A22161004254223146804000300014
VIN20300A25203005363250246994000330014
VIN25000A25250006605250258505000330010
VIN30000A25300007926250268506000330014

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