Grinding and Pressing Equipment - Cider School
Comprised of a wooden or steel frame with a crossbar, a steel screw (typically, an Acme screw), and a basket, the basket press relies on the screw to incrementally add pressure to the crushed apples (pomace) in the basket. Juice runs out of the sides of the basket and into a collection vessel below. Options: #25 Fruit Press –also used for wine.