VAPOUROUND MAGAZINE - ISSUE 39 | Page 20

NEWS

STRONG ON FLAVOUR
Vaporesso launched two new vaping kits featuring its state-ofthe-art COREX heating technology at Birmingham ’ s recent Vaper Expo UK . The technology was designed to give stronger and more accurate flavours and is featured in the new GEN PT60 | 80 S and LUXE X kits which also boast anti-leak technology . Vaporesso said : “ User satisfaction is at the heart of our brand and the continuous innovation in design and technology ensures that the products remain of top quality .”
NEXT GEN JUUL2 POD SYSTEM LAUNCHED IN UK
Juul Labs has launched its next generation JUUL2 system in the UK , with an emphasis on appealing to adult smokers while making life tough for counterfeiters . JUUL2 comes in 18mg nicotine strength in a range of tobacco and menthol flavours and features a JUULpod ID system to combat counterfeit pods . Juul Labs ’ EMEA VP , Dan Thomson said : “ We believe the best method to switch adult smokers to a potentially less harmful , non-combustible alternative , is to provide a product that closely resembles the consistency and experience of smoking .”
FEELM FIRSTS
FEELM unveiled the world ’ s first ceramic coil disposable pod at the recent Vaper Expo UK . The company said : “ FEELM Max is to disposable vapes what internal combustion engines are to airplanes , automobiles , ships and trains .” FEELM said ceramic heating increases puff count by 25 percent compared to traditional cotton coils and gives smoother and more flavoursome vapour production . It also showcased other disposable vaping solutions , including an ecofriendly , non-nicotine disposable e-cigarette which replaces plastic with recyclable paper and aluminum foil .
VAPING ’ S WATER FIRST
Technology innovator Aquios Labs has unveiled the world ’ s first water-based vape product . The Aquios Bar uses water to reduce the PG / VG content to give smoother vapour , cleaner flavour profiles and a reduced dry mouth sensation . The disposables , made by industry leader Innokin , are targeted at the convenience and specialist retail vape market , petroleum forecourts and cash & carries . An Aquios spokesperson said : “ Our water-based vape product goes where vapes have not gone before . We want to become the innovator of choice for responsible retailers , OEMs and brand owners .”
CHINA ’ S E-CIG CLAMPDOWN
China will ban foreign investment in e-cigarette sales under its new vape regulations , according to a report from Reuters . The country ’ s State Tobacco Monopoly Administration also plans to review foreign investment in vaping production , requiring pre-approval from the regulator . E-cigarette companies operating in China may only sell their products through authorised channels and only tobacco flavours are allowed for the domestic market . The regulator said it would also ‘ reasonably ’ control e-cigarette production to prevent overcapacity in the market .
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