Maybe you have an ancient pump that you'd like to have cart mounted so you don't have to lug it from tank to tank. Everyone's bottling facility is slightly different. We make custom stainless steel tables to fit your needs perfectly that will last a lifetime. Our dedicated machine and welding shop can manufacture, repair, maintain, or alter just about any piece of equipment regardless of where you purchased it. If you can dream it up, we can make it a reality.

Click here for more information. 

Mori's basket press have received form and function updates for 2017, making them more beautiful and easier to use than ever.

The Food-Grade Plastic Basket:

Whenever winemakers walk past a press with a wooden basket in our shop they always stop, do a double-take, and say the same thing: "That's beautiful…but I'd hate to have to clean it". We've long-since transitioned to stainless steel baskets for all but the most aesthetically-obsessed winemakers. Still, there's something about the wooden basket. For 2017 Mori is introducing the option of a basket with white food-grade plastic slats. It's the best of both worlds. Easy to clean, and it would not look out of place in a generations-old Chianti estate. For customer-facing crush pads where the winemaking process is part of the experience, this is a wonderful compromise between form and function.

The "Temporizer" Automatic Press Timer:

One of the most exciting additions to Mori's 2017 basket press line-up is the addition of the "Temporizer" automatic timer as a standard feature on all forkliftable presses 5 HL and larger. The temporizer allows the winemaker to set three parameters:

1. Pressing time – Mori recommends 5 seconds as a starting point
2. Resting time – Mori recommends 5 minutes as a starting point
3. Max pressure – This is entirely up to the user

The user simply moves the pressing ram down to the level of the grapes and starts the "Temporizer" cycle. Using the above settings, the press will move down for 5 seconds, allow free-run juice to drain for 5 minutes, then continue pressing for 5 seconds, and so on until the max pressure is reached, and the press automatically stops. Simple.

Contact us for a quote on a Mori Press now!: sales@tcwequipment.com

Imagine it's harvest and your grapes just arrived…now where do you put them?

Forget about "sexy" equipment like presses, let's focus on the nitty-gritty: receiving grapes.

Moving grapes in style

When the bins start coming in fast and furious you may be able to dump direct to you destemmer, but that isn't always the most gentle way to move grapes.

Let's look at some options. We can help you decide, but remember: orders must be placed by April 1st for harvest delivery!

Grapes in motion

Mori's MFV grape trailers allow you to move your grapes from the vineyard to the crush pad. They're a combination trailer and vibratory feeding hopper. The all-stainless trailer can move up to 5 tons at time. When you reach your destination, the trailer lifts hydraulically and turns into a vibrating shaker table. You can precisely adjust the angle of incline and vibration speed to meter in grapes at the desired rates. Read more...

Vibing with harvest

You've seen and maybe used screw conveyors. Vibrating conveyors do the same thing, just more gently.
Mori's VLV receiving hoppers take dumped 1/2-ton bins and feed them on down the line, gently metering grapes onto your sorting table or destemmer. Keep reading...

Straight to the top

If all you need to do is take your grapes up, up, up then an elevator's what you need. Mori makes elevators from the mini-size (for loading up the basket in one of their presses) to the massive-size for going up 12 feet or more. Read on...

Ever dealt with a hose failure mid-transfer? Or discovered contamination that could’ve been prevented? If you’re managing a brewery, distillery, or winery, you know that hoses are the arteries of your operation. And yet, they’re often the most neglected piece of equipment. Until something goes wrong, that is!

Join us for: 

Don’t Get Hosed: The Selection, Purchase, Care & Maintenance of Hoses for Production Facilities
Thursday, November 20th at 10 a.m. PT
Online Via Zoom
Presented by Michael Caviness from TCW Equipment

We’ll break down how to match hoses to your specific needs: Size, Temperature, Application, Material compatibility, Pressure requirements, End fittings, and Delivery method. No guesswork. Just a clear framework for every purchase decision.

We’ll decode Hose Materials. Learn when to spec BUTYL vs. EPDM vs. NITRILE vs. SILICONE vs. PVC. We’ll cover chemical resistance, temperature ranges, and which materials hold up best for wine transfers, caustic cleaning cycles, hot liquor applications, and everything in between.

And we'll answer the question on everyone's mind: are there any hoses that are sturdy enough to handle day-to-day use in a commercial facility and are lightweight, flexible and easy to haul around?

Plus, to promote good hose management, we’re offering 10% off all hose assembly orders placed in the next week! Check out our crimped hose assemblies.

Spots are limited to keep this interactive. Register now and stop losing time and product to preventable hose failures.

Michael Caviness
TCW Equipment

P.S. Bring your team and your toughest hose questions. We’ll have time for troubleshooting specific challenges in your facility.

Register here for the webinar.

If you're looking for the best pneumatic membrane press, look no further — and delay no longer! We're closing orders for Harvest 2026 on Sraml's famous membrane presses this week.
 
What makes Sraml presses famous? In a word: value. Sraml's membrane presses are impeccably engineered, thoughtfully designed, and attractively priced for working winemakers. They've been selling presses for decades, and their current generation of presses are their best yet. 

Choose from three Sraml Press series:

• VPe Eco: Sraml's economical line for small-to-midsize wineries, with sizes from as small as 5HL, starting at around $21k
• VP Standard: Sraml's powerhouse press with large touchscreen controls and a variety of upgrades that enhance cleanability and pressing quality. Sizes from 21 HL, with prices starting at around $48k
• VPi Inert Gas Premium: Sraml's highest-end line promises completely inert pressing in a sealed chamber. Ideal for preserving all organoleptic components of delicate varietals. Sizes from 21 HL.

Ready to upgrade? Let's find your perfect press! 

Sraml VPe: Economical Pneumatic Presses

Sraml’s line of economical presses for small to midsize wineries. With capacities from 5 HL to 60 HL, these presses are the perfect introduction to Sraml’s winemaking line of products, and represent one the greatest values in winemaking equipment in the world. Read more about the features.

Part 1 - Bottle This! From Setup to Scale: Complete Semiautomatic Bottling Training for New and Experienced Operators

Part 1: Foundation & Pre-Bottling. Essential Knowledge for Every Bottling Operation

Whether you’re a first-time buyer evaluating equipment options, a new operator learning the ropes, or an experienced manager looking to improve efficiency and train your team, this series delivers practical knowledge you can implement immediately.

Thursday, March 26, 2026 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. PT

Register here: https://forms.gle/24hp4BuusntAwfke7

We built this series around the questions we hear every day—because the basics matter, and getting them right saves time, money, and headaches. Here's what's coming up. Pick one or join them all.

Keep It Spinning: The Complete Guide to Flexible Impeller Pump Care

Thursday, February 26, 2026 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. PT

Register here: https://forms.gle/Y3QvVDd6Hphaw1RN6

Part 1 - Bottle This! From Setup to Scale: Complete Semiautomatic Bottling Training for New and Experienced Operators

Part 1: Foundation & Pre-Bottling. Essential Knowledge for Every Bottling Operation

Thursday, March 26, 2026 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. PT

Register here: https://forms.gle/24hp4BuusntAwfke7

Part 2 - Bottle This! From Setup to Scale: Complete Semiautomatic Bottling Training for New and Experienced Operators

Part 2: Finishing & Packaging. Professional, Quick Results Every Time

Thursday, April 23, 2026 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. PT

Register here: https://forms.gle/24hp4BuusntAwfke7

Before the Final Filter: Pre-Filtration Best Practices

Thursday, May 21, 2026 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. PT

Register here: https://forms.gle/LTx7moL3RQw5vtc1A

Beyond the Recipe - The Cleaning Equipment & Tools for Beverage Producers

The Unglamorous Truth: Cleaning is 90% of Your Job

Thursday, June 25, 2026 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. PT

Register here: https://forms.gle/JkP2bw6ke9kfwhDEA

Summer & Harvest Recess - July, August, Sept

Taking Care of Barrels in Dry Climates - Learn about utilizing dry fogging technology.

Thursday, October 29, 2026 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. PT

Register here: https://forms.gle/hZqhbsi6brgW1DMM8

Advanced Filtration: Membranes, Validation & Troubleshooting

Thursday, Nov 19, 2026 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. PT

Register here: https://forms.gle/hZqhbsi6brgW1DMM8

Don’t Get Hosed: The Purchase, Care, and Maintenance of Hoses

Thursday, Dec 17, 2026 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. PT

Register here: https://forms.gle/hZqhbsi6brgW1DMM8

Your flexible impeller pump was probably your first major equipment purchase – and with the right care, it’ll keep working for years to come. Join us to learn the maintenance basics that extend pump life, prevent costly downtime and keep your operation flowing smoothly.

Thursday, February 26, 2026 10 a.m. - 10:45 a.m. PT

Register here.

Stop by TCW Equipment at booth D3 to discover complete crush pad solutions that solve the stuff that keeps winemakers up at night. Whether you’re building your first setup or upgrading an existing one, we’ll show you how our industry-leading equipment works together seamlessly.

At D3, you’ll see the full lineup in action: the Ragazzini MS2 peristaltic pump—from the absolute pioneer in gentle pumping technology—alongside our SQN20 workhorse pumps for reliable, damage-free fluid handling. We’ll walk you through the Sraml Press for premium results at real-world pricing, the Mori Destemmer/Deselector and Elevator for streamlined workflows, plus the TCW/Ragazzini Doser and Foil Spinner handling the finishing touches.

Sraml VP26 Pneumatic Membrane Press 

We’re not just equipment displays. Our website is part of your solution—24/7 access to technical resources and uber-quick ordering whenever you need it. Late night equipment emergency? 4 AM pre-harvest checklist? See how our platform keeps you covered.

The centerpiece of our booth this year is live demonstrations of the Dry Fogger—an ultrasonic mist system that solves one of the toughest problems in dry climates. Watch it in action and see how managing humidity can slash barrel maintenance costs and actually save product.

Guardian Angel Dry Fogger

Visit booth D3 to see the complete picture: proven equipment, accessible resources, and real-world solutions all working together. No nonsense. Just equipment that works.

Watch: https://www.youtube.com/@tcwequipment

TCW Equipment
Unified Symposium Booth: D3

What Didn't Kill Us 

Made Us Stronger (We Think)

About 2025… 

We've heard it from colleagues and customers, and we'll say it ourselves: 2025 was a rough one. But we kept moving. So did you. Here's what worked last year and what's still working.

Product of the Year: Mori MFV Trailers

This year we helped grape processors minimize over-handling, and work with machine harvesting—not against it. Mori's MFV trailers take grapes mobile, and turn anywhere into a crush pad with a tilting frame and vibrating exit tray that can directly feed a destemmer, sorter, or elevator. Read more here.

Processing Essentials: Webcast Series

A Free Learning Resource All About Equipment Management for Beverage Producers

Practical tips, zero filler: the Processing Essentials webcast series is built for busy teams who want to learn fast. The 3rd Thursday of Each Month (Skipping July-August). Register here.

Bulk Buying Is In!

We're offering low costs on supplies you need when you buy in bulk. Citric Acid and ProxyCarb by the pallet with awesome freight rates.

If there are cleaning, sanitizing, or bulk chemicals you use regularly, let us know. We can help you save.

Reminder: TCW @
 Unified Symposium

We'll be at the 2026 Unified Wine & Grape Symposium in Sacramento - and we've got free tickets with your name on them. Come see us in booth D3 on Jan. 28th & 29th. Click here to be our guest.

Branch Operations Manager at TCW Equipment

Stop guessing which filter to use. We’re breaking down everything you need to know about cartridge filtration—no jargon, no confusion. 45 minutes that’ll save you hours of trial and error. 

Dec 18, 10am PT.  Register to receive the video link.

Register here.

Stop guessing which filter to use. We’re breaking down everything you need to know about cartridge filtration—no jargon, no confusion. 45 minutes that’ll save you hours of trial and error.

Dec 18, 10am PT.  

Register to receive the video link.

Taking care of Barrels in Dry Climates

Halloween isn't the only spooky season around the corner. Winter means drier air, which is seriously scary if you're aging in barrels.

You know the struggle with inconsistent humidity: shrinking staves, loose hoops, constant topping, and barrels that don't last as long as they should. Traditional misting systems often make things worse with mold growth and maintenance headaches.

Join us for a live webcast: Taking Care of Barrels in Dry Climates

In this 45-minute session, you'll discover: 

• How dry fog technology protects barrels without creating wet surfaces or mold
• Real solutions for excessive evaporation and cracking (using only a few gallons of water per day)
• Live demonstration of ultrasonic nebulization that maintains perfect humidity levels
• ROI breakdown showing how the system pays for itself through extended barrel life
• Advanced applications including sanitization and temperature control

Plus, you'll get your specific questions answered during our live Q&A 

Register here.

Avoid spooky fallout from cracked, leaky, and inconsistent barrel aging. Come learn about dry fogging! Thursday, October 30 at 10 a.m. Register here: https://forms.gle/rCXgepJMAtMGTVyw6 Zoom Link will be sent to you closer to the event.

TCW Equipment is a small company that specializes in equipment and supplies for wineries, breweries, and distilleries. We are an established manufacturer of winery, distillery and brewery equipment with a very diverse set of products. We repair equipment, design it, invent it, and work with our customers to make their ideas a reality. If you are driven, focused, like to keep very busy, and you take pride in your work, we want you to join our team. 

See more details and apply here.

Do Fining Agents Require Filtration?

Maybe you've seen debates on Reddit or brewing & winemaking forums. Do you really have to filter out Biofine?

“I don't need to filter. My product is already clear, so surely racking off the Biofine is enough…right?”

Heck, maybe filtering out Biofine didn't even occur to you at all.

“You mean I have to filter out my filter additive? That makes no sense!”

While there are many areas where the US government could stand to be more transparent, the question of whether you need to filter after using Biofine (a.k.a silicon dioxide) is completely clear—no pun intended.

For breweries, here's what the FDA has to say:

§ 172.480 Silicon dioxide

(c) It is used or intended for use as a stabilizer in the production of beer, and is removed from the beer by filtration prior to final processing.

And lest you think they forgot about wineries:

§ 27 CFR 24.246 - Materials authorized for the treatment of wine and juice
Silicon dioxide must be completely removed by filtration.

You'll notice that in both cases there is no room for interpretation. It must be removed by filtration—not settling or racking.

It Looks Clear to Me

Biofine, silicon dioxide, silica, etc. They all have one purpose: to make your product look great. And they work very well! After racking and settling, your “Crispy Boi” or Pinot Grigio may look ready for the shelf. But there's more than meets the eye.

The reason behind the FDA requirement to remove silicon dioxide with filtration is that settling and racking remove the largest visible particles, but they still leave a lot behind. Consider that the smallest particle you can see with your naked eye is around 60 to 80 microns. Meanwhile, the typical residual silicon dioxide particle is, perhaps, just a few microns in size. Maybe less!

The bottom line is: while you can trust your eyes to tell you if your product is bright and clear enough to look great in the glass, you can't rely on them to tell you if there's any residual Biofine left in your product.

Luckily, there's an easy solution.

The Glass Fiber Advantage

Graver GFC cartridge filters utilize FDA-approved 1 µm borosilicate glass depth media, and are specifically sized for optimal Biofine removal coupled with long onstream life. Borosilicate glass, if you don't know, is the same material used in Pyrex®. It is durable and chemically inert, but retains a natural positive ionic charge. This positive charge is crucial because silicon dioxide particles in solution carry a negative charge, creating an electrostatic attraction that dramatically improves removal efficiency.

Glass fiber filters like GFC are often utilized for haze removal. The same properties that make them excellent haze filters—their ability to attract and retain colloidal haze-forming particles—helps make them ideal for attracting and retaining Biofine/silicon dioxide.

The result? Complete regulatory compliance coupled with superior flow rates.

Ready to ensure regulatory compliance? Order Graver GFC filters now and join the brewers and winemakers who've moved beyond hoping their products are compliant to knowing they are.

Check Out Graver GFC Filters Here

Key Highlights:

• New location opening at 401 S State Street, Ukiah 95482
• Massive clearance sale starts February 21, 2025
• Santa Rosa store remains open at current location in south Santa Rosa on Dutton Ave
• New showroom opening on Ukiah City’s Main Street, opens June 2025

SANTA ROSA, CA (February 19, 2025) - TCW Equipment announces the expansion of its Northern California presence with a new location in Mendocino County in Ukiah, complementing its established Santa Rosa store. The expansion includes relocating warehouse operations and opening a new showroom at 401 S State Street, Ukiah, in the heart of Ukiah’s renovated and thriving downtown business district.

Clearance Sale Details

• Starting: February 21, 2025, at 8:30 a.m.
• Duration: Ongoing through March and April 2025
• Location: The back warehouse at the main TCW Facility, 2975 Dutton Ave, Unit C, Santa Rosa, CA 95407

The clearance sale offers significant savings as TCW Equipment clears out its warehouse for relocation. The company's Santa Rosa store at 2975 Dutton Ave, Unit C, will maintain normal operations throughout the transition.

“We’re excited to grow the business and have a showroom for customers in Mendocino County,” says Michael Caviness, owner and manager of TCW, “moving our warehouse operations to Ukiah allows us to keep our low prices, expand our customer base, and still maintain our historic presence in Sonoma & Napa Counties.”

The new Ukiah facility will open in June 2025, featuring an updated showroom and expanded warehouse capabilities.

For questions about the clearance sale: Kyle Young, sales@tcwequipment.com 707-963-9681

About TCW Equipment: TCW Equipment provides quality machinery and equipment to customers throughout California and the country. Known as "the industry's hardware store", TCW has been the place to go for winery equipment and fittings since it was founded in California in 1966. Customers buy online, in the store on Dutton, and now the showroom and warehouse in Ukiah - from full crush pad equipment, pumps, elevators, and filtration systems to "distillery equipment bundles", hoses, custom pump carts and dosers.

This Just In: A brand new hose you can assemble yourself. Millennium hose from IVG is a sanitary hose that is compatible with wine, beer, high-proof spirits, and even food-based oils like olive oil or fatty dairy products.

But what's really unique about these hoses is the Easy Shell Clamping System. It's a proprietary shell that fits over the end of Millennium hose, and allows you affix your own hose ends — whichever hose ends you like: Tri Clamp, Camlock, or mix and match with different fittings at each end.

Get as much hose as you'll need overall, and cut it to length at your facility for a perfect fit each time. Then use the EasyShells to affix them to the hose yourself. No need to buy strapping tools or use preformed clamps. Heck, an allen wrench for installation is even included.

If you prefer a traditional sanitary crimped connection, no problem. We can do those too.

Minox VC Tanks Back in Stock

Our small VC tanks from Minox are among the most popular items we sell. In sizes from 100 to 1000 liters, people use them for short or long-term storage, fermentation, dispensing, etc.

The price is great, and it includes the floating lid kit (lid, inflatable inner tube, hand pump, tubing, etc.). You can add a butterfly valve, an end cap, a sample valve, or a tank stand to help keep it off the ground.

By the time the wine harvest season rolls around these tanks are pretty much all sold out, so don't hesitate if there's a specific size you want.

Check out Minox VC Tanks and Accessories

Harvest Deal on Mori Sorting Table

We have one floor model Mori TAV 3 meter sorting table that has been in storage for years, but has never actually been used. It normally runs $13,000. We are offering it for $8,495. There's just one, and it's certain to go, so act fast!

Specifications:
   • 3 meter length
   • Runs on 230 V, single or 3-phase
   • Includes drainage section for recapturing juice
   • $8,495

Call us 707-963-9681 to inquire