The Eradicator Solids management System from Gorman-Rupp includes a patented, lightweight inspection cover for faster access to the impeller without affecting impeller to wear plate clearances. An innovative back cover plate incorporating an obstruction free flow path. Combining four support posts into a two-point “webbed” plate design for increased durability, reduced clogging and increased efficiency over other self-cleaning offerings. And an aggressive self-cleaning wear plate including integral, laser cut notches and grooves in combination with a revolutionary “tooth” designed to constantly and effectively clear the eye of the impeller.

To find out more about the Eradicator Solids Management System email William Hurt at  whurt@thomaspumps.net

Thomas & Associates proudly offers Vogelsang rotary lobe wine carts designed to meet the unique demands of winemaking.Vogelsang rotary lobe pumps are essential tools for modern wineries, providing efficiency and reliability in must transfers, lees handling, and pump-overs.

Why Choose Vogelsang Rotary Lobe Pumps?

Vogelsang rotary lobe pumps are preferred for their key features:

• Self-priming: Can lift liquids from depths up to 9 meters.

• Dry-run resistant: Designed to handle dry running without damage.

• Efficient with solids: Handles solid materials like skins, seeds, and pomace without compromising performance.

Applications in Winemaking

These pumps are ideal for:

• Must Transfers: Gently transfer freshly crushed grapes or juice.

• Pump-Overs: Manage the cap during fermentation to enhance color and tannin extraction.

• Lees Transfers & Pomace: Efficiently move high-solid content, reducing waste and improving yield.

Performance & Durability

Vogelsang pumps offer capacities up to 1,400 m³/h and pressures of up to 16 bar, handling both low-viscosity liquids and viscous materials like pomace. Their durability ensures reliable performance in demanding conditions.

Optimize Your Winery Operations

Vogelsang rotary lobe pumps help wineries enhance efficiency and maintain high-quality wine production.

Contact Thomas & Associates to learn more about how these pumps can benefit your winemaking process.

Efficient and reliable pumps are vital to every stage of the winemaking process, from irrigation in the vineyard to fluid transfer during production. At Thomas and Associates we specialize in high-performance pump systems that meet the unique demands of the wine industry, ensuring smooth operations at every turn.

Our pumps are designed for precision and durability, making them ideal for a variety of winery applications, including:

• Fluid Transfer: Easily handle must, juice, and wine during production without compromising quality.
• Process Waste Transfer: Specializing in Process Waste handling equipment and pumping solutions.

With decades of experience and a focus on exceptional service, Thomas and Associates delivers solutions that keep your winery operations running efficiently, saving time and reducing downtime.

Visit Us at WIN Expo, Booth 606

We’re excited to exhibit at the 12th Annual WIN Expo on December 5, 2024! Stop by Booth 606 to learn how our reliable pump solutions can support your winemaking process from start to finish. Let’s discuss how we can optimize your operations and ensure your winery is equipped with the best in pump technology.

Discover more about Thomas and Associates: Visit our website www.thomaspumps.net

We are a pump distributorship specializing in Industrial and Municipal pump applications. We strive to be the preferred pump supplier in Northern California by providing quality products, advice and services to achieve the best solutions for our customer’s pumping needs.

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VOGELSANG: Watch what the Vogelsang wine pumps can do for your production!!!

Advantages of the Vogelsang wine pump VX136

• Gentle pumping of grapes and wine
• Reduced wine oxygenation
• High suction capacity
• Compact design; small footprint required
• On-site service and maintenance

Benefits for the end user

• No foam creation
• Pumping at a constant flow rate
• High availability

Vogelsang 316 Stainless Steel Wine Pump with NBR Elastomeric HiFlo Rotary Lobes, mounted on a 4-Wheel 304 Stainless Steel Cart with quick and easy access to internal parts. Gentle with grapes, minimal shear, and whole cluster friendly. Vogelsang Wine Carts are great for lees, pressed juice, barrel racking, and pump over operations. These carts are perfect for your winery!

The Ampco ZP1+ pump provides an easy maintenance upgrade in which you can change O-rings without disconnecting the pump from the piping system. Also features a 304 Stainless Steel gearcase and 4-way mounting.