Fermentation monitoring and temperature control

Step-by-Step Breakdown

Detailed explanation of each automated stage in the workflow.

1. 1

   Trigger

   Temperature deviation detected

   IoT temperature sensors in fermentation tanks detect readings outside the target range for the specific wine varietal. Alert is automatically generated and sent to the monitoring system.

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2. 2

   Action

   Retrieve fermentation parameters

   System pulls the specific temperature requirements, fermentation stage, and wine type from the batch records. Current tank conditions and historical data are also retrieved.

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3. 3

   Decision

   Assess temperature correction needed

   Workflow determines if temperature is too high (requiring cooling) or too low (requiring heating) and calculates the degree of adjustment needed. Critical deviations trigger immediate alerts to winemakers.

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4. 4

   Action

   Activate climate control systems

   Automated commands are sent to glycol cooling systems or heating elements to adjust tank temperature. System also modifies circulation pumps if needed for even temperature distribution.

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5. 5

   Action

   Monitor temperature stabilization

   Continuous monitoring tracks temperature changes every 15 minutes until target range is achieved. System logs all adjustments and response times for quality documentation.

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6. 6

   Action

   Update compliance records

   All temperature data, adjustments made, and timeline are automatically logged in compliance databases. Critical deviation reports are generated if thresholds were exceeded.

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7. 7

   Output

   Generate fermentation control report

   Comprehensive report is created showing temperature corrections, system response time, and current batch status. Report is distributed to winemaking team and stored for regulatory compliance.

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