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1 1 2 V I N E YA R D & W I N E RY M A N A G E M E N T | N o v - D e c 2 015 w w w. v w m m e d i a . c o m SUPPLIER NEW PRODUCTS LeafMon Technology Optimizes Irrigation New technology developed at UC Davis was designed to help growers achieve optimal irrigation. Using a suite of sensors that deliver real-time plant- stress data to a computer or mobile device, LeafMon is now available from Cermetek Microelectronics. The system was designed to save water and improve crop quality and yield. For additional information, visit www.cermetek.com. A-B-C Offers Bottle Packer/Unpacker Tarpon Springs, Fla.-based A-B-C Packaging Machine Corporation has introduced the Model 360, a compact, all-in-one machine that performs both uncasing and case packing. The Model 360 ensures a consistent bottle feed to the production line, and uncases and packs glass or plastic bottles in a variety of sizes at speeds up to 15 cases per minute. Learn more at www.abcpackaging.com. GOfermentor Technology Goes to Market GOfermentor, a new technology developed by biotech scientist Dr. Vijay Singh, seeks to revolu- tionize the winemaking process in the areas of oxy- gen control and water waste. It provides control of fermentation parameters, minimal exposure to air, minimal use of water, and an internal-automated cap management system. For more information on this New Jersey-based company, visit gofermentor.com. Wilden Releases Stallion Original Pump Grand Terrace, Calif.-based Wilden, a brand within PSG (part of the Dover Corporation), has released Stallion Original Metal AODD Pump mod- els powered by the energy-efficient Pro-Flo SHIFT Air Distribution System (ADS). Wilden Stallion Series pumps feature a shock-absorbing polyurethane screen base for durability, and a large internal clear- ance and flow-through design to prevent clogging. For details, see www.psgdover.com. New Beverage Report Available Wine industry executive Jon Moramarco has launched BW 166 Total Beverage Alcohol Over- view, a new subscription-based research report for the wine, beer and spirits businesses. Moramarco has developed a proprietary system for alcoholic bev- erage data analysis that provides a one-stop view of product entering the marketplace for all three market segments using a single methodology. Learn more at http://bw166.com/. Govino Goes Dishwasher Safe Govino of St. Helena, Calif., recently released its new dishwasher-safe drinkware collection, made from a lightweight, shatterproof polymer. The collec- tion includes a 28-oz. decanter and a variety of glass- ware in sets of four, including 16-oz. Wine Glasses; 12-oz. Wine/Cocktail Glasses, 8-oz. Flutes; and 16-oz. Beer Glasses. See http://govinowine.com for details.