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APRIL NEWS Product News Send us your latest offerings and announcements by emailing edit@winesandvines.com. Items may be edited for clarity and brevity. for improved traceability. An integrated bar code scanner helps sample identification. The unit is also smaller and lighter, designed to offer truly "handheld" use. The new NomaSense should be available this spring. Details: nomacorc.com. Amcor unveils new series of liners T5 utility tractors by New Holland Amcor Flexible Capsules unveiled its new Stelvin Inside line of capsules with four different types of liners, each with a different oxygen transmission rate (OTR). Amcor reports that all the films used in the liners are free of polyvinylidene chloride. Each of the four new liners offers a distinct OTR ranging from low to high. Details: amcor.com. Updated features for NomaSense device Nomacorc has updated its NomaSense analyzer for measuring total oxygen rates in packaged wine. The new analyzers are equipped with an integrated total package oxygen (TPO) calculator to eliminate the need for external software. The manufacturer also reports it improved the software interface for easier navigation, simpler calibration and a better file-management system NomaSense analyzer New Holland introduced its T5 series of tractors, which come in a range of engine powers from 98 to 115 horsepower. The tractor cab is designed for operator comfort with key controls placed to the right of the driver on an ergonomic console, according to New Holland. A Category II rear, three-point hitch offers a lift capacity of 6,393 pounds at 24 inches behind the ball ends. Linked implements are controlled with the New Holland mouse, which requires only one hand for operation. Details: newholland.com. New picking totes The new MacroTote 5-FV by Macro Plastics and Calpine Containers is a single-piece, injection-molded collapsible tote. According to the manufacturer, the tote's lightweight construction and ergonomic handles allow for easier handling in the field. The totes Napa Fermentation Supplies Patent # 7357069 Inspired Design Our spirals made from Premium, American or French Oak deliver 100% new barrel flavor (8 months) in as little as six weeks. Now you can boast authentic oak flavor using neutral barrels or tanks – with rapid, controllable and predictable results. www.InfusionSpiral.com (800) 201-7125 West Coast–New York–Texas Len Napolitano (805) 712-4471 len@thebarrelmill.com Four toast levels Economical Sustainable Time-saving 28 W in e s & V i ne s AP R I L 2 013