MAXIMIZE YOUR HARVEST’S VALUE!

DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS!

PROTECT THE SOIL, GENERATE NEW PATHWAYS!

We present you our state-of-the-art processing line for grape pomace that separates grape skins, seeds and petioles, dries seeds and enables good fermentation conditions unlocking new potential revenue streams.

Possibilities are many:

• premium cold-pressed grape seed oil
• antioxidant-rich pomace flour
• high-quality brandy ingredients
• natural additives (dietary fibres, natural colorants and antioxidants)—all while embracing sustainability.

Adverse effects on the soil and why should you think about pomace processing

It is known that the direct disposal of fresh grape pomace into the soil disrupts the agroecosystem due to soil acidification, pollutes the environment through nitrogen leaching, and introduces certain phytotoxic compounds. The high content of phenols and tannins in grape pomace can inhibit root growth of crops and the development of soil microorganisms, which adversely affects soil fertility.

On the other hand, by processing all of your pomace, you can turn waste into product, generate income, attract funds, build your circular economy and more!

Why Choose HERBAS?

We ensured that this line has significant capacity (800 – 1500 kg/hour of input pomace) and standardly encompasses – easy handling, efficient and precise separation, energy-efficient and time-saving continuous drying and pressing of pomace into Big Bags for anaerobic fermentation.

• Easy handling
  

  A tractor fitted with a front-loader, a telehandler, or a forklift – equipped with a bucket or a fork rotator attachment – can quickly and efficiently fill hopper of a first dosing machine.

• Precise Separation
  

  With a combination of drum separators in multiple steps and pneumatic separation, this line efficiently and precisely separate seeds from pomace residue.

• Energy-Efficient Drying
  

  The rotary dryer uses a thermal generator on natural gas, fuel oil or biomass (nut shells, wood chips, wood pellets, etc.), along with electric energy, providing you flexibility and with possibility to cut down energy expenses choosing the most suitable energy source in the given moment.

Carefully regulated air recirculation and thermal insulation of the whole drying system results in energy-saving operation. A two energy source system is available: one of the aforementioned fuel + electricity offering for a green solar panel compatibility, as well as coverage in the days when there is not enough sun radiation coming through clouds. Renewables are definitely a future to come, but because of their inconsistency, now they have a practical back-up!

• Continuous process from start to finish

  The need for manual labor and material handling is minimal, which increases efficiency and work safety. The line is easily operated by 2 operators.

  Everything is adapted to standard box-pallete containers, which are simply transported by a forklift. Pressing process requires having Big Bags with internal liner of sufficient loading capacity. They are also easily transported by forklift. Big bags are simply loaded and unloaded due to the special feature – a movable chamber on wheels ensuring comfortable loading/unloading position.

  For larger systems, the line can be upgraded with additional solutions according to the customer’s preferences.

• Pomace pressing
  

  The pomace stream is instantly redirected to the hydraulic press, where it is pressed into Big Bags with airtight liner – to provide the pomace with close-to anaerobic conditions for a special type of fermentation. This way, a first-class grappa can be produces, as removed seeds don’t spoil the taste, and anaerobic fermentation keeps high-quality.

• Robustness and reliability
  

  Everything is built with highest standards, providing you with worry-free operation and fast ROI. Every part of the system is easy to operate and maintain. Parts in contact with processed material are of stainless steel, and there are a lot of openings provided for easy cleaning and washing.

All-in-all, a sustainable solution that adds value, reduces waste, and increases profits—why settle for less?

Grape pomace is not waste anymore—it has become a valuable resource! With HERBAS processing line for pomace you can turn it into new products, aligning with the principles of sustainability and the circular economy promoted by governments, societies and scientific community all over the world!

Additionally, depending on your preferences, HERBAS can offer you many accompanying solutions!

Let’s name a few:

• The milling line for TBC (fine cut/tea bag cut) or powder/flour 

Our milling line consisting of mills, sieves, pneumatic transport – all integrated in a closed system – offering you capacity you need and precise granulometric results. It can produce tea bag cut or fine cut as well as powder/flour fractions.

• HHP 40 S press

HHP 40 S expeller press enables the pressing of grape seeds with up to 30 kg/h input capacity while retaining all the oil’s nutritional properties and quality. Preparing grape seeds in this way opens new opportunities for your business. Grape seed oil is a premium product with applications in the food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industries.

If you’d like more information, feel free to contact us for technical and other information. Our team will be happy to assist you and tailor an offer to suit your needs.