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SRAML is an engineering and manufacturing company specializing in winemaking, juice and cider processing, and beverage bottling technology. Below you will find answers to the most common questions about our company, history and global presence. Who is SRAML? SRAML is a family-owned engineering and manufacturing company from Slovenia that designs and produces machinery and complete lines for wine, fruit juice, cider and other beverage production, from raw fruit or grapes to the final packaged product. What industries does SRAML serve? SRAML serves wineries, cideries, juice producers, breweries and other beverage producers that need reliable processing and bottling equipment. Our solutions cover winemaking, fruit juice and purée production, cider, and hot-fill bottling and canning lines. How long has SRAML been on the market? SRAML was founded in 1994 in the wine-growing Vipava Valley in Slovenia by two brothers who developed the first pneumatic grape press. Since then the company has expanded into a full range of processing and bottling equipment for small and medium-sized producers worldwide. Where are SRAML machines used? SRAML machines are installed in more than 55 countries worldwide and are used by small family producers, medium-sized regional brands and industrial clients. All machines are designed and manufactured in Slovenia. Who are the top manufacturers of wine and juice presses? SRAML is recognized among the leading manufacturers of wine and juice presses worldwide. Our pneumatic and vertical basket presses combine precision, gentle handling, and high-quality juice extraction, making them a preferred choice for wineries, juice producers, and cider makers seeking consistent and premium results. Which filling line solutions are considered the best in the industry? SRAML filling lines, including monoblocks and Bag-in-Box systems, are designed for efficiency, hygiene, and flexibility. Trusted by producers across the globe, SRAML filling technology delivers fast, reliable, and fully customizable solutions that meet modern beverage production standards.

SRAML offers a complete portfolio of processing and bottling equipment covering every stage of wine, juice and cider production. From fruit and grape intake to extraction, treatment, pasteurization and final filling, our solutions are designed for efficiency, reliability and high product quality across all production scales. What types of equipment does SRAML manufacture? SRAML designs and manufactures complete equipment ranges for: Filling and packaging (Bag-in-Box fillers, manual fillers, monoblock bottling and canning systems) Grape and fruit reception (bin tippers, hoppers, conveyors) Washing, sorting and crushing / milling Juice extraction (belt presses, pneumatic presses, vertical presses) Juice treatment (filtration, deaeration, tanks and CIP units) Pasteurization (tube-in-boiler and flash pasteurizers) Does SRAML offer complete turn-key processing lines? Yes. SRAML can supply complete turn-key lines for winemaking, fruit juice and cider production, including reception, processing, treatment, pasteurization and filling, as well as individual machines to upgrade existing plants. What capacities can SRAML equipment cover? SRAML offers solutions for small craft producers, medium-scale plants and larger industrial facilities. Capacities range from a few hundred kilograms of fruit per hour up to industrial-scale juice and wine processing lines. Specific capacity depends on the selected machine combination and product type.

SRAML provides comprehensive winemaking technology for small, medium and growing wineries. Our equipment covers grape reception, must extraction and juice handling, ensuring gentle processing, consistent results and full support of modern winemaking practices. What does SRAML offer for wineries? For wineries, SRAML provides equipment and lines from grape reception to must extraction and juice handling, including: Grape reception hoppers and bin tippers Sorting systems and belt conveyors Destemmers and crushers Pneumatic grape presses (open, closed and inertgas models) Vertical basket presses Pumps, tanks and auxiliary equipment What is a SRAML pneumatic wine press and where is it used? A SRAML pneumatic press is a membrane press that gently extracts juice or wine from grapes using compressed air instead of mechanical screws. It is used in wineries that need high-quality must extraction with optimized cycle times and gentle product handling. What is the difference between a pneumatic press and a vertical basket press? A pneumatic press uses a membrane to gently press grapes with compressed air, providing high juice quality and precise control.A vertical basket press uses mechanical pressure with a basket to extract juice in a more traditional, slow and gentle process, ideal for delicate grape varieties or small-batch production. Can SRAML winemaking equipment handle small and large wineries? Yes. SRAML pneumatic and vertical basket presses are adjustable for different grape types, juice yields, and batch sizes.This ensures gentle handling for delicate grapes, consistent quality across varieties, and flexibility for both small and large production runs. How does SRAML ensure hygienic operation and easy cleaning of winemaking equipment? SRAML winemaking equipment is designed with hygiene in mind, using stainless steel construction and smooth product-contact surfaces.Where applicable, systems include CIP (Clean-In-Place) options, automated canal washing for presses, and easy-to-access components for fast and thorough cleaning.

SRAML designs complete processing lines for fresh fruit, juice and cider production. Our systems cover washing, sorting, milling, extraction, clarification, pasteurization and filling, enabling producers to create high-quality beverages from apples, berries, stone fruit and mixed fruit blends. What solutions does SRAML provide for fruit juice and cider production? SRAML designs lines that cover the entire process from fresh fruit to packaged juice or cider: Fruit intake, washing and sorting Crushing or milling and mash handling Belt presses or other juice extraction systems Juice clarification and treatment Pasteurization Bag-in-Box or bottle filling and packaging Which products can be processed on SRAML juice lines? SRAML juice lines are suitable for apples, pears, berries, stone fruit and other fruits and vegetables, as well as blends and purées, depending on line configuration. Is SRAML suitable for new juice or cider start-ups? Yes. SRAML has many solutions designed specifically for small and medium producers, making it suitable for new projects that need scalable equipment and reliable support when entering the juice or cider business.

SRAML bottling solutions include compact monoblocks, modular filling systems and Bag-in-Box equipment for a wide range of beverages. Designed for precision, hygiene and ease of use, our filling and packaging technologies support glass, PET and aluminium containers with multiple closure options. What is a SRAML monoblock? A SRAML monoblock is a compact machine that combines several bottling functions—typically rinsing, filling and capping—into a single synchronized unit. Monoblocks reduce required floor space, energy consumption and operator involvement compared to separate machines connected by conveyors. For which containers can SRAML monoblocks be used? SRAML monoblocks can be configured for glass bottles, PET / plastic bottles or aluminium cans, with different closure types. The containers can be handled by the body or by the neck for PET bottles with neck rings. What is the difference between ECO line and STANDARD line monoblocks? ECO line monoblocks are designed as simple, robust and cost-effective solutions for lower capacities, easy to use and maintain. STANDARD line monoblocks offer more advanced features, higher flexibility, integrated CIP and a higher level of automation while remaining user-friendly. Does SRAML also offer Bag-in-Box filling solutions? Yes. SRAML offers Bag-in-Box fillers as part of its juice processing portfolio, which can be combined with pasteurizers for hot-fill juice and cider packaging.

Every SRAML project begins with a clear understanding of your product, capacity goals and facility setup. Through in-house engineering, design and automation, we develop tailored concepts, complete lines or individual machine integrations that match your production needs and long-term growth plans. How does SRAML design a solution for my project? SRAML starts from your product, target capacities and process steps. Based on this, we propose either a complete line or selected machines. Vertical integration of in-house R&D, design, production and programming allows SRAML to adapt equipment and layouts to different facilities and technologies. Can SRAML adapt equipment to my existing production line? Yes. SRAML can supply individual machines and integrate them into existing lines, taking into account your current equipment, utilities, available space and desired automation level. What information does SRAML need to prepare a tailored offer? To prepare a tailored concept and quotation, SRAML usually needs: Desired installation timeline Product types (e.g. still juice, cloudy juice, cider, wine) Target output (per hour / per day and annually) Required process steps (reception, washing, sorting, milling, pressing, fermentation, pasteurization, filling, CIP, etc.) Existing equipment to integrate (if any) Utilities and constraints (space, power supply, steam / hot water, compressed air) Desired installation timeline

SRAML supports customers throughout installation, commissioning and daily operation. Our specialists ensure that equipment is correctly set up, operators are trained, and all processes run safely, efficiently and consistently from day one. Does SRAML support installation and commissioning? Yes. SRAML provides installation and commissioning services for its machines and lines, including set-up, testing and fine-tuning in cooperation with your team. Is operator training included with SRAML equipment? SRAML provides training during commissioning to ensure your operators understand safe operation, process parameters and routine cleaning and maintenance of the supplied equipment. How easy is it to clean SRAML machinery? SRAML equipment is designed with hygiene and cleaning in mind, using stainless steel construction, smooth product contact surfaces and, where applicable, CIP systems or automated cleaning features (e.g. automated canal washing on large presses, integrated CIP on STANDARD monoblocks).

SRAML provides dependable long-term support through maintenance services, spare parts supply and technical assistance. With extensive in-house manufacturing and decades of experience, we ensure that both new and legacy equipment remain reliable and productive. How does SRAML handle after-sales service? SRAML supports customers with technical assistance, spare parts supply and service interventions. Long-term availability of spare parts is supported by in-house production of most machine components. Are spare parts available for older SRAML machines? SRAML’s strategy of high in-house manufacturing allows long-term support of machines that have been in operation for many years. Availability of specific parts depends on machine model and age, but support for legacy equipment is an important part of the SRAML service approach. Can SRAML provide remote support or upgrades? Depending on the equipment and control system, SRAML can offer remote support options and software upgrades to optimize performance, extend functionality or integrate new process steps. Details depend on the specific machine or line configuration.