Frequently Asked Questions

TankNET® is Acrolon's integrated platform for wineries and breweries, combining tank-mounted controllers with real-time tools for scheduling pumpovers, adjusting setpoints, and monitoring fermentations through its dedicated software. With more than 25 years of innovation, TankNET® keeps every fermentation predictable and every harvest efficient.

We have simplified TankNET® into a modular platform. You start with the TankNET® Software which provides all essential monitoring and temperature control features. From there, you can select specific Add-on Modules (such as advanced energy management, scheduled automation, or production integrations) to build a system that fits your exact needs.

We offer flexible deployment options to match your IT strategy:

• Cloud-Hosted: The most convenient choice for many facilities, offering secure remote access with zero server maintenance.
• On-Premises: Designed for enterprise facilities or those requiring critical scheduled automation. The software runs entirely on your local server, ensuring total system autonomy and low-latency control.

Yes.

Whether you have 10 tanks or 1,000, TankNET® scales with you. Our modular software and flexible networking options allow you to easily add new tanks or enable advanced software features later without disrupting your current operations.

The choice is yours, but we generally recommend based on your cellar size:

• Wi-Fi: Ideal for smaller cellars (10-20 tanks) or facilities that already have strong Wi-Fi coverage. In many cases, a single standard Access Point is all you need.
• MESH: The best choice for larger cellars (20-100+ tanks) or areas where installing standard Wi-Fi infrastructure would be too costly.

Our MESH technology is designed for effortless scalability. A single TankNET® Mesh Border Router can connect 50+ tanks to your network instantly. It eliminates the need for complex IT setup or specialized expertise - simply plug it in, and the tank controllers automatically form a secure network that is resilient and self-healing.

Yes.

You can easily add additional Mesh Routers to your system. This allows you to extend coverage into hard-to-reach corners of the cellar or increase data throughput. Adding routers also creates redundancy, ensuring your network stays robust even if one path is obstructed.

This is typically determined by the voltage rating of the control valves (solenoids) on your tank.

• If your valves operate on 24VAC, you should select the 24VAC controller model.
• If your valves operate on 120VAC, you should select the 120VAC controller model.

Note: Always verify your valve specifications before ordering to ensure compatibility.

Your fermentation remains safe and controllable. TankNET® controllers are designed to operate stand-alone.1 This means they continue to regulate temperature automatically, and you can always walk up to the tank to view data or adjust setpoints manually right on the controller's display - even without a network connection.

Yes.

This is a popular option for phased upgrades. TankNET® controllers function as fully independent, high-precision thermostats right out of the box. You can equip your tanks as your budget allows, and then purchase the TankNET® software later when you are ready to enable remote access, data logging, and centralized control.

Yes.

The new TankNET® interface presents in full fidelity on any device. Because it is a modern, responsive web application, you get the complete, uncompromised experience — viewing tank status, changing setpoints, and acknowledging alarms — on your smartphone, tablet, or desktop, regardless of whether you are using the Cloud or On-Premises version.

Yes.

Through our Integration Add-ons, TankNET® can share data with major winery and brewery production management systems. This creates a seamless flow of data (like brix, gravity, and pump-over logs), reducing manual data entry errors.

Renowned customer service is one of the primary reasons producers choose TankNET®. Beyond our trusted hardware and flexible software, we pride ourselves on being competent, responsive, and dedicated. No matter how large or small your facility, you can expect the same high level of personalized support and technical expertise. Just ask any of our customers.

A lot has changed since we pioneered the first web-based fermentation management system 25 years ago, but our core values haven't. The new logo represents a rededication to our customers and our technology. It marks the arrival of our next-generation software (full fidelity on any device), more affordable hardware, and easier networking. With amazing new talent joining our veteran crew, we are launching innovative products designed to improve fermentation outcomes, save energy, and reduce labor. The new look reflects this exciting evolution.