How Fine Screens Simplify The New Waste Discharge Requirements

In response to the California State Water Resources Control Board's mandate for enhanced monitoring and treatment of winery process water by January 2024, winemakers are required to navigate significant compliance challenges to protect the state's groundwater resources. This regulation necessitates costly investments, with some wineries acquiring land for wastewater treatment or scaling back production to meet less stringent criteria. The high costs associated with municipal plant surcharges or rejections of process water have driven many wineries towards implementing expensive onsite treatment solutions.

A promising cost-reduction strategy is the adoption of Fine Screening technology, which efficiently removes solids from process water, thereby preventing equipment failures and reducing maintenance needs. This approach supports sustainability by conserving water, lowering energy consumption, and enabling the composting of grape solids. Wineries employing Fine Screening have reported longer maintenance intervals and decreased operational expenses. Additionally, wineries are encouraged to consult experts to explore this technology's potential benefits.