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Ditch the Canisters, Improve the Quality
Why let bulky nitrogen tanks and unpredictable delivery schedules disrupt your winemaking process? Atlas Copco’s nitrogen generators put you back in control, right on site. With reliable, high-purity nitrogen available 24/7, you can protect your wine from oxidation at every stage, from fermentation to bottling. Say goodbye to rental fees, downtime, and the space-eating cylinders. Rather, say hello to a safer, more efficient cellar.
Your Wine Deserves the Best
Generating nitrogen onsite means fewer interruptions, better wine stability, and a more sustainable operation. Whether you're blanketing tanks, purging lines, or preserving headspace during bottling, Atlas Copco’s PSA and membrane nitrogen generators deliver what your wine needs, when it needs it. Already have an air compressor? You’re halfway there.
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House of Gilliard
The tradition of the House of Gilliard in Switzerland goes back to the 19th Century, with the today famous Dôle des Monts wine. The winery handles the whole wine making process in-house, from growing the grapes to bottling. Achieving wine of the highest quality requires a command of the whole production process. Gilliard’s wine masters rely on Atlas Copco to help them with this task.
The House of Gilliard has equipped its production site with two Variable Speed Drive (VSD) compressors and a nitrogen generator. Thanks to this installation, the wine house has on-site nitrogen and does no longer need to purchase nitrogen in cylinders. The advantages are obvious: the Gilliard house saves time, money and energy thanks to its on-site nitrogen.
Nitrogen, the hidden ingredient
Cultivating grapes, harvesting and wine making: the delicate process of producing wine always ends in bottling, which requires compressed air and nitrogen. The compressed air powers various tools like valves, which are vital when handling liquids. It is much less known that also nitrogen is used, for two different processes. First, nitrogen forces the oxygen from the empty bottles and second, it helps to remove carbon dioxide before capping the bottle. In the past, the Gilliard house bought bottled nitrogen for their production. Now that the winery works with a nitrogen generator connected to a VSD compressor, the company saves time, money and lots of energy. “We estimate that we save 10 000 Swiss Francs (about €7500) annually on energy costs alone,” says wine expert Hansueli Pfenniger. “And we also save on the administration and handling of replacing the bottles and the storage of those nitrogen cylinders”.
Compressed air is almost everywhere
Compressed air is mainly used for bottling, labeling and sealing bottles. In fact “all machines in our plant require compressed air, from the depalletizer to the labeling machine,” explains Roland Crittin, chief technology officer at Gilliard. Most of the compressed air however, is used to operate the large presses of 10 000 liters. “These large volumes require considerable power. We replaced our old compressors with new ones from Atlas Copco before the harvest of 2010. With these new compressors, we have realized time savings of 20%.” In wine production, the compressed air demand fluctuates enormously, so Atlas Copco VSD compressors are perfect to adapt the air flow to the demand at any time.
The House of Gilliard: its domains
The house of Gilliard’s passion for wine is reflected in its vineyards, which stretch out over 50 ha of terraces. The vines are lined up on the mid-slope of the Rhone’s right bank, between Sion and Lienne at an altitude between 550 and 680m. The vineyard resembles a mosaic of terraces spread over the steep hillside: an awe-inspiring landscape. These terraces face south, which makes them ideal for growing high-quality vines. Harvesting is done manually and the grapes are transported by helicopter.
House of Gilliard handles the whole wine making process in-house, from growing the grapes to bottling.
Discover our generators - Read more customer storiesAfter growing and harvesting, the wine needs to be bottled. This process contains several applications, all needing compressed air or nitrogen. The compressed air is used for bottling the machines, putting on the capsules and labelling.
How is nitrogen used during the bottling?
During bottling, nitrogen is used twice. First to remove oxygen from the empty bottles, and afterwards to chase the carbon gasses just before capping. The compressed air and nitrogen is provided by a variable speed drive (VSD) compressor with built-in dryer and a nitrogen generator. On top, the Michel family also uses 3 filters. By replacing nitrogen in bottles with a generator while using a VSD compressor, the Michel family saves not only time and money but also energy.
Did you know that air compressors play a crucial role in crafting high-quality wine? From ensuring pristine cleanliness to perfecting fermentation, these powerful tools help winemakers maintain consistency and precision at every stage.
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Wine filtration is a crucial step in the winemaking process, ensuring the clarity, stability, and overall quality of the final product. As wine moves from fermentation to bottling, various filtration stages are employed to remove unwanted particles, yeast, and bacteria, enhancing the wine's appearance and taste while preserving its character.
Our process map illustrates each stage of wine production, highlighting where advanced filtration systems are utilized to achieve the highest standards of purity and consistency. Explore the process to see how our cutting-edge filtration solutions contribute to the creation of exceptional wines.
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When it comes to winemaking, the tools and techniques used behind the scenes can significantly influence the quality of the final product. Air compressors are a versatile and indispensable part of the process. From maintaining a pristine production environment to aiding in critical processes, they play a key role in ensuring wine quality. In this guide, we’ll explore how air pressure impacts wine quality and how winemakers can effectively use air compressors to elevate their craft.
Cleanliness is the foundation of great wine. Any contamination during the winemaking process can ruin an entire batch. Air compressors assist in maintaining strict hygiene standards by powering tools used for cleaning barrels, tanks, and other equipment. Compressed air enables high-pressure washing systems to reach even the smallest crevices, ensuring that bacteria and residues are thoroughly removed. By maintaining an ultra-clean environment, winemakers can prevent off-flavors and spoilage, preserving the purity of their wines.
One critical process in winemaking is sparging, which involves introducing an inert gas (like nitrogen or carbon dioxide) into the wine to remove unwanted dissolved oxygen. Excess oxygen can lead to oxidation, resulting in off-flavors and a shortened shelf life. Air compressors equipped with food-grade components enable winemakers to inject these gases with precision, ensuring optimal wine stability and taste.
During the fermentation process, yeast requires oxygen to thrive. However, the amount of oxygen must be carefully controlled. Too much can lead to overoxidation, while too little can result in sluggish fermentation. Air compressors allow winemakers to introduce precise amounts of oxygen into the must (crushed grape juice), promoting healthy yeast activity and ensuring consistent fermentation. This balance directly impacts the wine’s flavor profile and overall quality.
After fermentation, wines often contain dissolved carbon dioxide that can cause unwanted fizziness. Air compressors can be used for degassing, a process that releases excess CO2 from the wine. By using compressed air with specialized degassing tools, winemakers can achieve a smooth, still wine with enhanced clarity and stability.
Air compressors also play a crucial role during the bottling and packaging stages. From powering automated bottling lines to sealing corks or screw caps, compressed air ensures that these processes are performed with precision and consistency. This minimizes waste, prevents contamination, and guarantees that each bottle meets quality standards.
Choosing the Right Air Compressor for Winemaking
Not all air compressors are created equal, especially when it comes to winemaking. Here are a few tips for selecting the right one:
So, as you can see, air compressors play an important role in winemaking. From cleaning and aeration to sparging and bottling, these machines help winemakers achieve the consistency, precision, and quality that great wine demands. By understanding and leveraging the capabilities of air compressors, winemakers can unlock new levels of excellence in their craft—one bottle at a time.
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Atlas Copco is excited to present our advanced compressed air and gas solutions designed specifically for the wine and grape industry. Our energy-efficient air compressors and on-site nitrogen generation systems are engineered to improve production efficiency, reduce operational costs, and minimize environmental impact. Visit our booth to explore how our reliable, high-performance technologies can optimize your operations, enhance product quality, and support your commitment to sustainable and efficient winemaking practices.
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Compressor Technique is a business area within Atlas Copco Group. We provide compressed air technology that transforms the future. Our compressed air solutions include industrial compressors, gas and process compressors and expanders, air and gas treatment equipment, as well as air management systems. We innovate to develop products, services and solutions that are key to our customers’ success.
Atlas Copco, a leading provider of sustainable productivity solutions, has appointed Sanjeev Sharma as President and General Manager of Atlas Copco Compressors LLC effective September 1st, 2024. Sharma is succeeding Robert Eshleman who has decided to retire after 18 years of service within the Atlas Copco Group.
In his new position, Sharma will oversee Atlas Copco Compressors’ customer center in the United States and will be responsible for all Atlas Copco Compressors’ sales, marketing, and service operations. “Sanjeev has extensive experience in the compressor industry and brings over 28 years of experience in various management positions with Atlas Copco,” said Vagner Rego, President of the Compressor Technique Business Area. “We’re excited to have his expertise, experience, and leadership as he transitions into the role of President and General Manager later this year.”
Sharma is currently the Regional General Manager of Atlas Copco Serv. Middle East. Prior to that, he served as the General Manager of Atlas Copco Philippines, Vice President of Marketing – East in the Industrial Air Division, Product Marketing Manager at Atlas Copco Shanghai, Business Manager for oil and gas at Atlas Copco Middle East, and Application Engineer at Atlas Copco UK. Sharma completed his undergraduate studies in engineering at Liverpool University and his master’s degree in business administration at Cardiff Business School – University of Wales.
Atlas Copco is a world-leading provider of sustainable productivity solutions. The Group serves customers with innovative compressors, vacuum solutions, and air treatment systems, construction and mining equipment, power tools, and assembly systems. Atlas Copco develops products and services focused on productivity, energy efficiency, safety, and ergonomics. The company was founded in 1873, is based in Stockholm, Sweden, and has a global reach spanning more than 180 countries. In 2023, Atlas Copco had revenues of BSEK 110 (BEUR 11.5) and about 49,000 employees.
Atlas Copco’s Compressor Technique business area provides industrial compressors, vacuum solutions, gas and process compressors and expanders, air and gas treatment equipment, and air management systems. The business area has a global service network and innovates for sustainable productivity in the manufacturing, oil and gas, and process industries. Principal product development and manufacturing units are located in Belgium, the United States, China, South Korea, Germany, Italy, and the United Kingdom.
Atlas Copco is a leading global provider of compressed air solutions. We are committed to sustainable productivity with a full line of air compressors, blowers, vacuums, gas generators, and other quality air solutions. With multiple locations across the United States, Atlas Copco has provided cutting edge equipment for businesses and industry for nearly 145 years with a focus on productivity, efficiency, safety, and ergonomics.
Atlas Copco is committed to delivering complete solutions for its customers with dryers, piping, and all other equipment necessary to fit every need. We demonstrate our dedication to service by investing in new facilities that support manufacturing, distribution, training, and sales for customers nationwide.
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In the wine-making industry, nitrogen is used to prevent oxidation which allows the use of fewer additives. Also the acidity, color, aromas and natural flavor of the wine will be well conserved. The use of nitrogen will allow a longer storage time without alteration of the primary quality of the wine.
Nitrogen is practically insoluble in water and therefore is ideal to transfer the wine. To ensure maximum hygiene the bottles are washed and dried with nitrogen before filling. The drying goes faster than with normal air because the production process of the on-site nitrogen generator makes it a very dry gas. And finally the bottle, after filling and before placing the cork, is purged with nitrogen to avoid the presence of residual air in the neck of the bottle.
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