In the face of escalating production costs and growing consumer demand for eco-friendly winemaking practices, today’s winemakers are actively seeking new ways to conserve energy and transition towards more sustainable production techniques. ATPGroup and TMCI Padovan are here to help.

TMCI Padovan has long been a global leader in the manufacturing of innovative winemaking equipment and is firmly dedicated to maximizing energy efficiency across every process, plant, machinery, and production site. Guided by the principles of the circular economy, which lies at the heart of their business, they are laser-focused on the reuse and regeneration of materials and products. This not only ensures sustainable and environmentally friendly practices but also offers better control of production costs and even substantial reductions.

In 2023, TMCI Padovan took a momentous leap forward by inaugurating their new production site. This cutting-edge facility was constructed using state-of-the-art materials and techniques that not only reduce waste and optimize consumption but also pave the way for energy independence. Environmental respect and process digitalization are top priorities, driven by a profound regard for the impact their accomplishments will have on our planet.

TMCI Padovan’s unyielding dedication to these goals extends to their products and has driven them to create a range of exclusive technologies that offer winemakers unparalleled performance, minimal consumption and waste, and maximum energy recovery.

Four of their flagship products exemplify these principles in action. Their performance in terms of energy recovery and savings speak for themselves:

K-Stop (Kristalstop) continuous cold tartaric stabilization system that can cold stabilize wine in just 90 minutes:

• 80% energy recovery in refrigeration
• 95% recovery of bitartrate crystals for reuse or sale
• 110% recovery of wash water at 104°F (40°C) for units equipped with on-board chiller

Ambra ion exchange unit that performs tartaric stabilization at room temperature:

• 100% savings in cooling energy since the process is carried out at room temperature
• 85% reduction in the use of tartaric acid when the Ambra is used to acidify grape must before fermentation

Dynamos rotary cross-flow filter for sediment decantation or floating sediments:

• 100% savings in fossil flours and perlite
• 80-90% recovery of clarified product from sediments
• 80% reduction in electrical consumption compared to static tubular tangential technology
• 70% reduction in water consumption compared to static tubular tangential technology
• 70% reduction in detergent usage compared to static tubular tangential technology

Nitor Series innovative and customizable fully automatic stainless steel cross-flow filter systems:

• 50% reduction in water consumption due to the absence of input and output tanks, resulting in significantly reduced volumes
• 50% savings in detergent usage due to reduced volumes
• 50% savings in nitrogen/inert gas usage due to reduced volumes

These technologies not only offer remarkable energy recovery rates but also deliver unparalleled performance to winemakers, while significantly reducing consumption, waste, and environmental impact.

ATPGroup is proud to be the exclusive distributor of Padovan winemaking equipment in North America. Our team of experts is trained and certified by Padovan and is here to support you every step of the way; from delivery and training to proactive maintenance, speedy repairs, and readily available spare parts.

For customers who are not ready for an upfront financial investment, or those who need extra equipment during busy harvest seasons or to cover during unexpected equipment breakdowns, ATPGroup offers Padovan equipment for medium- and long-term rental as well as mobile services.

To learn more about Padovan’s equipment and ATPGroup’s full portfolio of winemaking solutions, please contact your ATPGroup representative, call (707) 836-6840, or visit our website at ATPGroup.com.

ATPGroup was founded as a family business in 1991. Now a leading supplier to the wine, beer, food, and pharmaceutical markets, they strive to provide solutions and create value for their customers in each of the industries they serve. The company offers an unparalleled range of high-quality products and services including winemaking & cellar products, brewery supplies, glassware, production equipment, cleaning & sanitation solutions, parts & servicing, mobile services, tartaric acid, cream of tartar, and Rochelle salt. Its team is made up of industry veterans, engineers, cellar masters, and product specialists who provide technical expertise in their respective fields. With warehouses across the country, the company is strategically located to serve customers throughout the U.S., Canada, and Mexico.