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SUPPLIER NEW PRODUCTS Mavrik Offers Single-Pass Processing McCrometer Flow Meters More Rugged Mc Propeller Flow Meters, designed for use in agricultural irrigation applications, are now more rugged, according to Hemet, Calif.-based McCrometer. A newly designed bearing assembly with built-in UltraShield technology offers added protection against sand, grit and debris. See www.mccrometer.com for details. Syngenta Expands Mobile Technology Greensboro, N.C.-based Syngenta has launched an easier-to-use mobile version of its www.farmassist.com website. The mobile version is a one-stop resource for agricultural news and market commentary, local weather, product information and labels, commodity prices, crop yield, planting calculators and more. New Shrink Wrapper from Standard-Knapp Standard-Knapp has launched the continuousmotion 598 Tritium Shrink Wrapper. With single-, double- and three-lane configurations, the 598 Tritium swiftly arranges products into compact pack patterns and wraps the configurations in film, thereby eliminating the need for trays and pads. To learn more about the Portland, Conn.-based company, visit www.standard-knapp.com. Mavrik North America of Santa Rosa, Calif., now offers the choice of single-pass processing in addition to a single-tank option on its low-pressure VA service. Mavrik's VA reduction service is distinguished by less than 400psi, negligible effect on pH and TA, and experienced technicians supported by an in-house winemaking team. For more information, visit www. mavrik.com. WineStacks Save Space Sonoma Cast Stone of Petaluma, Calif., recently launched WineStacks, new concrete tanks designed for both the fermentation and storage of wine. These dualpurpose, 200-gallon open-top tanks are designed to stack five high. When stacked that way, 1,000 gallons will occupy the same footprint as two conventional barrels. For details, go to www.sonomastone.com. COMPANY NEWS Salon Partners with Wine Spies The Wine Spies, based in Sonoma County, Calif., has launched an online wine store in partnership with Salon Media Group. Each day, the store (salon.com/ thewinespies) will feature one discounted wine offer that goes live at midnight Pacific Time. Wine Spies manages the sale, shipping and customer service of the wines. WS Packaging Acquires Label World WS Packaging Group Inc. of Green Bay, Wis., has acquired Label World, a full-service printer in Rochester, N.Y., that specializes in pressure-sensitive labels and flexible packaging printing. Label World also provides a complete range of custom label solutions. 112 V I N EYARD & WINERY MANAGEMENT | Mar - Apr 2013 w w w. v w m m e d i a . c o m