THIMISTER, BELGIUM (October 7, 2008) – Nomacorc, the world’s leading producer of alternative wine closures, has improved on the performance of its flagship Classic product and is introducing Nomacorc Classic+ in European markets.
“Nomacorc Classic is the world’s leading alternative wine closure,” said Lars von Kantzow, president and chief executive officer of Nomacorc. “We are proud to bring to the industry the next generation of this product, which is evidence of our continued dedication to innovation and product performance excellence.”
Using breakthrough advances in the company’s co-extrusion technology, Classic+ delivers a 25% lower oxygen transfer rate than Nomacorc Classic, improving wine preservation. In addition, new materials and processes used in the production of Classic+ provide improved ease of removal from both the bottle and the corkscrew, as well as smoother reinsertion of the closure into the bottle. Because of its improved technology, Classic+ has the added environmental benefit of a lower carbon footprint.
“Nomacorc continues to invest heavily in research and development,” said Malcolm Thompson, vice president of quality and technology of Nomacorc. “Recent innovations in our processing technology allow us to offer customers a superior product in Nomacorc Classic+.”
Like all Nomacorc closures, Nomacorc Classic+ consists of a foamed inner core layer and a flexible outer skin. Nomacorc’s exclusive patented co-extrusion production method creates closures that are highly uniform, providing precise and predictable oxygen transfer rates and protection from cork taint, leakage, breaking and crumbling for thousands of wineries around the world. Nomacorc Classic+ is available in the same selection of sizes, colors, chamfered edge and custom artwork as Nomacorc Classic. All Nomacorc products are fully recyclable with LDPE food packaging.
About Nomacorc
Nomacorc is the worldwide leader in the growing alternative wine closure category. Dedicated to technological innovation, Nomacorc manufactures its portfolio of products using a patented co-extrusion process. As a result, Nomacorc closures provide consistent, predictable oxygen management and protect against off-flavors due to oxidation, reduction or cork taint. Nomacorc products are available through a vast network of distributors and sales agents on six continents. With more than 400 employees worldwide and state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in the United States, Belgium, Austria and China, Nomacorc currently produces closures at the rate of nearly 2 billion annually. For more information, visit nomacorc.com
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Contact: Katie Myers
Richards Partners for Nomacorc
214-891-5842
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