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what works well for them. Read product reviews now, and sometimes you work with what you have
online and try to see potential tanks working in and still can make great wines!” he said.
action. The tank industry is becoming more inno-
vative as the years go by, so keep up with industry As a general piece of advice, Roberts at R&S
news to stay informed about new tank develop- Supply Company recommends winery owners buy
ments. the highest quality equipment they can afford.

Vienneau advises start-up wineries to purchase “Used equipment can be great, but it does come
multiple tanks in a few different sizes. When buying with a past,” Roberts said. “It is important to know
several tanks at the same time, look for package the history of any type of tank you purchase. It is
deals from manufacturers and retailers. He sug- also important to be sure that it will be the right
gests buying thermowells, a minimum three-inch choice for the application.”
bottom valve, a two-inch minimum racking valve,
large manways and an air vent with a lock on top.
He also recommendations clean welds, a CIP set-up
and leveling feet for accurate DIPS.

“I’ve been working in this industry for some time

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