The Effectiveness of DOWFROST™ Heat Transfer Fluid for Wine Crush Season

As wine crush season approaches, vintners are looking for efficient and reliable solutions to manage the cooling processes critical to wine production. A standout product for this purpose is DOWFROST™ Heat Transfer Fluid, designed to ensure optimal temperature control during various stages of winemaking.

Applications in the Wine Industry

Fermentation Cooling:
- Temperature Control: Ensures that yeast activity is regulated, enhancing the quality and consistency of the wine.
- Low Toxicity and Odor: With its low toxicity and virtually odorless, it does not affect the sensory properties of the wine like the taste or aroma.
- Dependable Performance: Provides consistent temperature control, which is critical for the fermentation process, preventing unwanted fluctuations that could impact the final product.
Packaging and Storage:
- Carbonation Retention: When used in packaging carbonated beverages like sparkling wines and champagne, it helps maintain carbonation levels, ensuring the product retains its quality.
- Sediment Removal: Efficient cooling allows for the removal of trapped sediment, such as stems and peels in sparkling wines, which is crucial for clarity and quality.
General Cooling Applications:
- Versatility: Apart from fermentation tanks, it is effective for cooling in storage tanks and other equipment where precise temperature control is necessary.
- Safety and Compliance: Its low toxicity makes it a safe choice for use in environments where food contact is possible, including wineries and breweries.

FEATURES & SPECS

Food-Grade Quality: Suitable for use where incidental food contact might occur, such as wineries, to ensure safety and regulatory adherence. Made with DOW PuraGuard™ Propylene Glycol USP/EP, it meets purity standards and meets FDA CFR 21 and NSF guidelines.
Temperature Protection: Provides freeze protection to below -60° F (-51° C) and burst protection to below -100° F (-73° C). Functions efficiently within a broad temperature range of -50° F to 250° F (-46° C to 121° C), suitable for various stages of wine production.
Industrial Inhibition: Prevents corrosion and scaling, ensuring longevity and effectiveness of the cooling systems.
PG/Inhibitor Ratio: 96% Propylene Glycol and 4% inhibitor package.

DOWFROST™ Heat Transfer Fluid is a superior choice for wineries during wine crush season. Its food-grade safety, extensive temperature protection, and reliable performance make it an indispensable tool for ensuring the quality and consistency of wine production.
Visit our website for packaging options. To order DOWFROST™ Heat Transfer Fluid, call 270-765-2212 or email orders@LentusLLC.com.

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