How does the wine air float work?
The wine air float is a device designed to ensure the hermetic seal of stainless steel barrels during wine storage. It works by using an inflatable air chamber that, once inserted into the barrel above the surface of the wine, is inflated using a manual pump .
The air introduced into the air chamber pushes the float against the walls of the container, creating a hermetic seal . This prevents the wine from coming into contact with oxygen, preventing the risk of oxidation and alterations in color, flavor, or aroma.
In short, the air float works like this:
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It is inserted into the stainless steel barrel above the level of the wine.
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Connect the pump to the inner tube valve.
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Inflate the float until it adheres perfectly to the walls of the barrel.
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The double-acting relief valve manages the balance between internal and external pressure.
This system is simple, effective, and ideal for cellars that use constantly filled stainless steel tanks. It's also an economical alternative to mechanical or gas-operated sealing systems.
