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OCTOBER NEWS New ticket platform by CellarPass Real-time irrigation data CellarPass announced the launch of its new ticketing platform that enables wineries and event organizers to create, manage, promote and sell tickets for their events. Wineries can offer tickets for purchase or via a reservation. The free system employs an embedded, secure and PCI-compliant credit card processor for selling tickets. Details: cellarpass.com. MapShots Inc. and AgSense announced a joint effort to offer realtime irrigation data for growers. The new relationship pairs MapShots' AgStudio suite of agronomy software with AgSense's WagNet cloud-based wireless network. The system "provides growers with real-time access to irrigation status and machine health, as well as the ability to collect watering records for agronomic analysis," said Ted Macy, vice president of operations at MapShots. Bulk depalletizer by A-B-C A-B-C Packaging says its new 108HL high-level bulk depalletizer "transfers containers from the pallet stack and sweeps them gently onto a high-level discharge conveyor at speeds of up to four layers per minute." The unit is designed to provide container handling and quiet operation at discharge levels of up to 144 feet. To ensure "positive container handling," the 108HL offers four containment devices, tier sheet stabilizer and a precision chain and sprocket sweep mechanism to maintain stability even with lightweight containers. Details: abcpackaging.com. Orion adds point-of-sale features Orion Wine Software updated its integrated point-of-sale system to include a new function designed to help wineries provide table service and enable their staff to accept gratuities. "By adding our new table-service feature, we offer a fresh avenue for wineries to connect with customers," said Jay Hall, Orion's general manager. Details: orionwinesoftware.com. New mannoprotein products by Scott Labs Scott Laboratories introduced UltiMA Fresh and UltiMA Soft for the 2013 vintage. The two products are mannoprotein/gum arabic blends developed through a three-year research and development program at the Institut de Oenologique de Champagne. The company reports that UltiMA Fresh helps ensure stability and improve perceived volume while reducing perceptions of bitterness and acidity. UltiMA Soft can soften, enhance body and lower astringency in white wines. In red wines, UltiMA Soft maintains fruity aromas while helping to round out the mid-palate. Bench trials are recommended prior to use. Details: scottlaboratories.com. Enzymes, filter bags by Eaton Filtration equipment manufacturer Eaton unveiled the latest generation of its enzymes including Panzym YieldMASH as well as special bentoniteactivated charcoal for ultrafiltration and Cleargraf filter bags at the recent Drinktec trade show in Munich, Germany. Details: eaton.com. QUALITY STAINLESS TANKS QST offers its clients……. Professionally fabricated stainless tanks 35 years of tank fabrication experience Performance & reliability guarantees Custom designs & modern features Quick & competitive tank project pricing On site tank repairs & modifications Special application tanks of all sizes "In stock tanks" from 500 to 10,000 gallons 510 Caletti Ave. Windsor, Ca. 95492 Phone 707-837-2721 or Toll-Free 877-598-0672 www.qualitystainless.com Company Website winetanks@aol.com email contact/sales info Custom Fabricated Tanks for the perfect size & fit… or Ready to Ship "Stock Tanks" Either way QST is ready to assist our clients! Call QST today for information or pricing! Win es & Vin es O C TO B ER 20 13 29