Francesco Petrillo, founder of Zeroscrap, has revolutionized the grape marc separation process with cutting-edge technology.
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1. Grape Marc Collection
Immediate post-pressing process for maximum freshness
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2. Advanced Separation
Innovative technology for optimized process
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3. Preservation
Complete maintenance of active principles
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4. Valorization
Creation of premium by-products
Innovation in Grape Pomace Processing
Zeroscrap, founded by Francesco Petrillo, has developed advanced machinery that separates grape pomace starting from a moisture content between 60% and 70%, bringing it to a rate of less than 5% at the end of processing through a low-temperature drying process, thus preserving the active ingredients and ensuring greater value to the by-products.
Innovative Technology
Advanced separation process that maintains optimal moisture
Preservation of Active Ingredients
Maximum preservation of beneficial properties
Sustainability
Zeroscrap's approach economically enhances the by-products and promotes sustainable practices in the wine industry
Zeroscrap aims to minimize waste of resources in the wine industry, reusing grape pomace, a traditional by-product, to create new sustainable products.
Promoting Sustainability
Through innovation and collaboration, Zeroscrap promotes sustainable agricultural practices and the creation of new products that minimize environmental impact.
Continuous Innovation
Our commitment to technological innovation allows us to transform waste into valuable resources, creating a circular economy model in the wine industry.
The Power of Grape Pomace
🌱 Reduced Environmental Impact
A circular and eco-sustainable system that minimizes waste from wine production.
♻️ Recycling Potential
Innovative transformation into value-added products for various sectors.
🌿 Nutrient Source
Rich in antioxidants and essential minerals for nutritional applications.
Grape pomace represents a valuable resource that combines nutritional benefits, reuse potential, and environmental sustainability. Through its proper utilization, we can create a more efficient and environmentally-friendly production cycle.
Earning with Pomace
An original investment capable of enhancing the pomace of your Company and transforming it into high value-added by-products.
50M
Hectoliters of Wine in Italy
20% of world production
15M
Quintals of Pomace
Annual availability in Italy
90%
Extraction Efficiency
Of our innovative plant
The Potential of Grape Seeds
Grape seeds represent a valuable resource with multiple applications in various industrial sectors, offering innovative and sustainable opportunities.
Pharmaceutical Sector
Extraction of bioactive compounds such as polyphenols, resveratrol, and antioxidants for medical and cosmetic applications.
Food Sector
Production of grape seed oil and gluten-free flours for various culinary applications.
Energy Sector
Conversion into pellets and biomass for the generation of electricity.
Each sector offers unique valorization opportunities, transforming a by-product of winemaking into high-value resources.
Grape Seed Flour: A Natural Super-Food
Zeroscrap srl is an innovative company that has designed and built a state-of-the-art prototype plant capable of separating fresh pomace into high value-added by-products.
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Maximum Antioxidant Capacity
ORAC test confirms superior antioxidant properties
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Rich in OPC
Natural bioflavonoids and polyphenols
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Essential Nutrients
Magnesium, calcium, iron, protein and fiber
Grape seed flour is naturally gluten-free and can be added to regular flour for baked goods from 3% to 5%.
Utilization of grape pomace in livestock feed
Zeroscrap srl is an innovative company that has designed and built a state-of-the-art prototype plant capable of separating fresh pomace into high-value by-products. Separating fresh pomace allows for a significantly higher quality of the finished product compared to what is obtained through pomace from the distillery.
Natural Benefits
Grape pomace contains tannins and polyphenolic compounds that act as anti-parasitic, anti-viral, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory agents
Less Antibiotics
Natural alternative to antibiotics in livestock, combating the phenomenon of antibiotic resistance
Higher Productivity
5% increase in the production of healthier milk rich in unsaturated fatty acids
Grape Seeds:
A Precious and Versatile Resource
Grape seeds, the seeds present inside grape berries, can vary from one to four per berry, depending on the variety. In recent years, various sectors have recognized their potential, using them to produce high value-added products.
Pharmaceutical and Cosmetic Sector
Extraction of bioactive compounds for health and beauty
Food Sector
Production of special oils and flours
Energy Sector
Transformation into pellets and biomass
Comparative Analysis of Bioactive Components
The Zeroscrap system demonstrates remarkable effectiveness in preserving bioactive compounds in grape seeds, with exceptional results:
+595%
Total Polyphenols
Increase compared to post-distillation grape marc
+4.5K%
Catechin
The most significant increase among all components
100%
Components Preserved
Total preservation of bioactive compounds
These results demonstrate the exceptional ability of the Zeroscrap system to preserve the active principles in grape seeds, obtaining significantly higher concentrations compared to traditional methods.