Discover the QWP sanitary pump for wine and solid handling. Durable, 100% hygienic, and highly versatile.
The pump that was designed to transfer wine but found its way into many industries
The sanitary pump to transfer wine and more
When talking about sanitary pumps specifically designed for the wine industry, it's hard not to mention the QWP sanitary pump. Originally developed to pump wine, the QWP quickly proved its value beyond the vineyards, earning a place in other areas of the food and beverage industry. Thanks to its Free Flow impeller and straight vanes, this pump offers a unique solution for efficiently and hygienically handling liquids with suspended solids.
In this article, we’ll explore what makes the QWP sanitary pump for wine transfer so effective, its specifications, and why it's become a benchmark in sanitary fluid handling.
A centrifugal pump designed for solids in suspension
The QWP series is a modern centrifugal pump that features a Free Flow impeller, easily recognizable by its straight vanes. This design allows the passage of solid particles without damaging their structure, which is critical in winemaking processes where grape stems, skins, and seeds are present.
This makes the QWP pump ideal for hygienic applications in the food, beverage, and personal care industries. While it was created to transfer wine, its design makes it a versatile solution for any application requiring solid particle preservation.
100% electropolished for maximum hygiene
One of the QWP pump’s standout features is its fully electropolished finish, which dramatically reduces surface roughness and improves the overall finish quality. This results in:
- Reduced bacterial build-up
- Easier sterilization
- Improved resistance to corrosion
Electropolishing reaches surfaces and micro-cavities that mechanical polishing often misses. For industries like pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and high-purity food processing, this is not just a benefit—it's a necessity.
From the QIS to the QWP: Evolving with purpose
The QWP sanitary pump was developed from another leading model in the Q-Pumps portfolio: the QIS series. Known for its internal seal and semi-open impeller, the QIS is widely used in sanitary applications.
What makes the QWP unique is its straight vane design, which provides excellent traction for liquids containing large solids. It handles everything from grape must and stems to chicken gizzards in water, pickled peppers, and corn in brine. This adaptability has made the QWP pump a competitive advantage for many industrial operations.
Why Q-Pumps? Experience and innovation in sanitary pumping
With over 25 years of experience, Q-Pumps® is a Mexican company specializing in the design, manufacturing, and marketing of sanitary-grade pumps. Our engineering team continuously innovates to meet the evolving needs of our clients in the sanitary pumping market.
This innovation led to the QWP pump, created with the needs of the wine industry in mind—but equally valuable for other sectors requiring suspension solids handling.
QWP Pump Features
- 100% electropolished finish
- New Free Flow impeller with straight vanes
- Easy interchangeability between QIS 328 and QWP 328
- Fully hygienic design
- Side-discharge and completely drainable
Advantages in the wine industry
If you're in the winemaking business, you’ll appreciate these key advantages of the QWP sanitary pump:
- It does not clog with grape stems, leaves, or similar solids
- It preserves the integrity of the final product without damaging its composition
- It's easy to clean and maintain, saving time and operating costs
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