After several months of testing various prototypes, Wine-Tek, LLC, has finalized its form factor and finish for its initial launch of its patent pending Wine Aging Device. The device uses a patent pending electrochemical process to reduce the strongest tasting phenolic compounds in red wines. According to nearly all of the over 200 consumers who have tested the process, it improves the taste of a wide variety of red wines and a few white wines.
The final form chosen was a simple metal cylinder to house the electronic controls and the battery. For simplicity, utility and cleanliness we maintained the high purity graphite electrodes housed in glass with FDA approved shrink wrap sealing and a natural rubber stopper. Hence, only the highest purity, non-metallic materials can come into contact with the wine.
We worked hard to get just the right kind of finish on the metal cylinder. We developed our own special finish that can come in almost any color conceivable. We illustrate this with the pictures above. We are especially partial to the dark red finish that looks almost like rose wood, but is virtually impervious to staining or scratching.
We are entering into a final development stages for both the wine aging device and the computer application that will allow users to share experiences and “recipes.” We expect delivery of devices to start later this year.
The whole development process has been undertaken by Stites & Associates. This includes the electrochemical process, basic electronic design, form design and development of the special finish on the device. The basic prototype will now go into a “design for production” program to be handled by engineering firms specializing in that area.
Stites & Associates, LLC, is a group of technical professionals founded by Ron Stites. This group works with clients to evaluate and improve technology by applying good management judgment based on objective evidence and sound scientific thinking. For more information see: www.tek-dev.net.
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