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SUPPLIER NEW PRODUCTS Eco-Friendly Bottle Packaging Solution Randox Introduces RX Monaco Analyzer Los Angeles-based Bottle Coatings has entered the wine marketing space with innovative bottle design applications. The company powder-coats bottles in a variety of colors, textures and styles for a customized appearance. The powder coating creates an impactful, aesthetic presentation, and the environmentally friendly process helps protect the wine from potentially damaging UV rays. Phone Shivie Dhillon at (818) 767-4477 for details. Northern Ireland-based Randox Food Diagnostics has announced that its fully automated RX Monaco analyzer is now available for use on wine. The RX Monaco allows producers to test for a full range of parameters, including malic acid, glucose/ fructose and ethanol, from a single sample, increasing efficiency and cutting the cost per test. For more information, visit www. randoxfooddiagnostics.com. Scott Labs Releases Cider Handbook Scott Laboratories of Petaluma, Calif., has released its first "Cider Handbook." The 60-page guide contains products, articles and protocols specific to the cider industry. With cider sales in the U.S. tripling since 2007, Scott created the handbook to address the unique challenges of making the beverage. For more information, visit www.scottlab.com. Thermal Cover Protects Grapes in Transit Winegrower Stephen Collum of Vineyard Concepts LLC in San Andreas, Calif., has created the Concept Cover, a reflective shield that when placed over a bin of freshly picked grapes, can maintain the temperature of the fruit for hours. Reusable and easy to clean, Concept Covers are available in several standard formats as well as customized options. See www.vydconcepts. com for details. w w w. v w m m e d i a.com Avery Launches Security Materials Portfolio The new Avery Dennison Select SolutionsT Security portfolio of materials is designed to help companies counter product tampering and counterfeiting, while protecting consumers and the long-term integrity of their brands. The Ohio-based company uses elements such as two-dimensional holograms and in-label watermarks in its security materials. For additional details, see www.averydennison.com. ETS Labs Offers Glutathione St. Helena, Calif.-based ETS Laboratories now offers glutathione, a natural tri-peptide found in grapes and wine. It protects white and rosé wines from oxidation and loss of aroma or flavor. Glutathione levels fluctuate during production. Young wines with low glutathione levels may experience faster loss of fresh and fruity aromas. To learn more, go to www.etslabs.com. N ov - D ec 2013 | V INE YA RD & W INE RY M A NA G EM EN T 119