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Friday, September 02, 2005

Deere & Company Announces $1 Million Assistance for Hurricane Relief

Deere & Company Announces $1 Million Assistance for Hurricane Relief

MOLINE, Ill., Sept. 2 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Deere & Company will provide a total of $1 million to support ongoing relief and restoration efforts related to Hurricane Katrina which devastated portions of the southern United States.

"The human suffering and devastation of this disaster is enormous and is affecting each of us as individuals," said Deere & Company chairman and chief executive officer Robert W. Lane.

Because equipment manufactured by Deere can be helpful in relief and restoration efforts, John Deere's equipment divisions will, over the weeks ahead, identify how in-kind equipment donations can best be utilized.

While these equipment donations are being identified, the John Deere Foundation will contribute $500,000 and will match employee contributions to the American Red Cross Hurricane Katrina Relief Fund.

Source: Deere & Company

CONTACT: Ken Golden, Director, News and Information, of Deere & Company,
+1-309-765-5678

Web site: http://www.deere.com/

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Thursday, September 01, 2005

Machinists Vote to Strike Boeing

Machinists Vote to Strike Boeing

Statement of Tom Buffenbarger, International President, International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), AFL-CIO following Vote to Strike by IAM Members at The Boeing Company

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- "Machinists Union members voted twice today. Once to reject a contract offer by the Boeing Company that took away far more than it gave, and a second time to strike. Both votes were overwhelming," said Tom Buffenbarger, president of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers.

"The Machinists showed Boeing what they could do with their reverse Robin Hood approach -- stealing from workers to give to the wealthy. They ripped the proposed contract in half and tossed it away. And tonight, at 12:01 a.m., they will put down their tools and pick up their picket signs.

"Machinists' militancy rises in direct proportion to corporate greed and corruption. At Boeing, the only way to win a better life for our members is to strike. How long this strike lasts is anyone's guess. But unless and until the Boeing Company improves their last offer significantly, the Machinists will be pounding the pavement."

Additional information can be found at http://www.iam751.org/.

Source: International Association of Machinists

CONTACT: Connie Kelliher of IAMAW, +1-206-755-8575

Web site: http://www.iam751.org/

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Flood Recovery Alert: Equipment Protection Action Steps

Flood Recovery Alert: Equipment Protection Action Steps

HARTFORD, Conn., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- The devastation that has resulted from Hurricane Katrina has caused, among other things, extraordinarily widespread and damaging floods. These floods have in many cases disabled vital equipment and systems that affect life safety and public health, and restoration of such machinery to operation is a matter of great need.

In the face of damage of such great scale, the following recommendations were prepared by The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company to assist persons in flood affected areas who own or operate equipment and machinery. Please share this information with others in your area that may benefit from it.

The Risk Does Not Recede with the Water.

If your equipment, machinery or electrical systems have been exposed to flood waters, you risk their loss even when the water level has dropped. Equipment and machinery may have water, silt or other contaminants within them. Your equipment could be damaged or destroyed if you attempt to start or test it without adequate cleaning and preparation for operation. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE OR TEST YOUR EQUIPMENT WITHOUT PROPERLY RESTORING IT. Even when your equipment's exterior appears normal, residual moisture and contaminants can lead to permanent damage.

Dry and Clean Before Using

The following summarizes the steps to prepare your equipment for operation. Most actions involve careful draining, drying, cleaning or lubricating of equipment before attempting to start or energize it. Taking these precautions now can help you to avoid a major equipment failure and enable you to restore vital operations sooner.

Electrical Equipment
-- DO NOT ENERGIZE equipment that has been flooded until properly cleaned,
dried out, and until insulation has been tested. This includes
enclosures, bus ducts, conduit, and cables. Application of power to
wet circuits will usually result in serious damage that will require
repair or replacement. This is especially to be observed if the
equipment is vitally needed and obtaining a replacement could be
difficult. It is usually better to spend the necessary drying time
than to risk destruction of the equipment.

-- Windings in electric machinery should not be dried at temperatures
exceeding the rating of its insulation system. In general, a maximum
temperature of 194 degrees F or 90 degrees C may be used. Check with
the manufacturer for equipment specific information and
recommendations.

-- Dry type transformers should be cleaned and thoroughly dried as
described for windings.

-- Oil filled transformers should be thoroughly inspected for damage
including the insulation bushing and oil samples should be drawn from
the tank's top and bottom for analysis. Examine the sample for free
moisture in the form of moisture droplets or a cloudy appearance. The
laboratory should be instructed to include a Karl Fischer test for
dissolved water content. Maximum water content for equipment rated >=
69kv is 25 ppm and equipment rated at <69kv is 35 ppm. If water is
found in the oil, the oil charge must be dehydrated by a competent
service firm.

-- Circuit boards that have been immersed can sometimes be salvaged,
provided that they were not energized at the time of immersion, and
further provided that water sensitive components are not mounted to
them. This can be done by carefully washing the individual boards in
pure water and thoroughly drying before energizing.

Before Operating Machinery
-- Contact the manufacturer for its recommendations.

-- Inspect foundations for cracking, weakness, or settlement. If
settlement is suspected, check and correct alignment of all shafting,
and check all stationary components for level.

-- Inspect all machine internals for silt accumulations and clean as
needed.

-- Open the cylinders of all reciprocating engines or compressors that
have been immersed and remove foreign material or water.

-- Drain and clean lubrication systems. Wipe oil containing elements with
lint-free rags and refill with new lubricants as required. Monitor the
lubricant charge during the initial hours after resuming operation for
indications of water contamination and change lubricant if necessary.

-- Ball and roller bearings suspected of being contaminated by water and
debris should be opened, solvent cleaned, and then re-lubricated in
accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. When cleaning, be
especially careful to remove solid debris such as stone particles or
metal chips.

-- Carefully clean and TEST governors and controls. Many control systems
are electric. Refer to recommendations for Electrical Equipment above.

Boilers
-- Carefully inspect foundations and settings of boilers for settlement.
DO NOT OPERATE a boiler if there is any evidence that the foundation
has been undermined.

-- Make sure the setting (brickwork, refractory, and insulation materials)
is thoroughly dry. Use portable heaters where necessary. If the
boiler has been immersed in salt or brackish water, the casing and
insulation should be removed at least in wetted areas and the pressure
parts should be washed with fresh water. After such washing, new dry
insulation material should be applied and the casing re-installed.

-- All safety appliances, such as safety and relief valves, steam gage,
water column, low-water cutouts, and blow down must be cleaned and
repaired as needed.

-- All controls must be inspected and tested before operation, especially
the water level control and low-water fuel cutoffs.

-- Burners should not be fired until checked by a burner technician. An
explosion may occur if the combustion controls do not function
properly.

-- Boilers should not be operated if proper feed water is not available.
If operation is essential, and the boiler is to be run on untreated
potable water, it will be necessary to blow down the boiler every eight
hours and to open and clean the boiler internals at least once per week
until proper water quality is re-established. In addition to frequent
blow-down, and provided that clean make up water is available, it is
also helpful to run with maximum makeup flow while diverting as much
condensate as possible to sewer or drain until the boiler water quality
returns to normal.

[These recommendations are general guidelines and are not intended to be exhaustive or complete nor are they designed to replace information or instructions from the manufacturer of your equipment.]

The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company is a global specialty insurer and reinsurer. One of the world's leading equipment breakdown insurers, Hartford Steam Boiler helps clients reduce risk through a unique combination of specialty coverages, engineering-based risk management strategies and loss reduction services. For more information about Hartford Steam Boiler visit its website at http://www.hsb.com/ .

Source: The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company

CONTACT: Dennis Milewski of Hartford Steam Boiler, +1-860-722-5567,
Dennis_Milewski@hsb.com; or Wayne E. Travers Jr. of Cubitt Jacobs & Prosek
Communications for Hartford Steam Boiler, +1-203-378-1152 ext 111,
wayne@cjpcom.com

Web site: http://www.hsb.com/

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Curtiss-Wright Acquires HydraNut Technology

Curtiss-Wright Acquires HydraNut Technology

Expands Proprietary Technologies for Global Nuclear Power Market

ROSELAND, N.J., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Curtiss-Wright Corporation (NYSE:CW) announced that it has acquired the HydraNut product line and related intellectual property of Technofast International ("Technofast"), a wholly owned subsidiary of Tech Novus Pty. Ltd of Brisbane, Australia, for a total of $8.0 million in cash ($4.5 million upon closing and a maximum of $3.5 million in future payments based on performance). This acquisition replaces the current licensing agreement between Curtiss-Wright and Technofast. The HydraNut product line is managed by Nova Machine Products, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Curtiss-Wright Flow Control Corporation.

Technofast's patented hydraulic tensioning technologies provide superior bolt tightening and removal for high maintenance, severe service applications. Its primary product, the HydraNut fastener, provides simple and accurate tensioning in safety risk situations and hard to access areas, as well as being significantly more cost effective than traditional methods. Technofast products have gained strong acceptance in the nuclear power generation, other energy and industrial markets where its fasteners can reduce tensioning cycle time by 80% and minimize studbolt failure, both of which represent significant costs to plant operators using traditional methods.

"The acquisition of the HydraNut technology expands Curtiss-Wright's proprietary technologies for the global nuclear power market and other selected industrial markets," said Martin R. Benante, Chairman and CEO of Curtiss-Wright. "We believe the market demand for Technofast's current product line is just beginning to be realized, and we expect to expand international markets for these highly engineered products."

Technofast's HydraNut management team will transfer to Nova Machine Products, located in Middleburg Heights, Ohio. The management team brings extensive product and industry expertise in the areas of engineering, business development and manufacturing.

About Curtiss-Wright

Curtiss-Wright Corporation is a diversified company headquartered in Roseland, New Jersey. The Company designs, manufactures and overhauls products for motion control and flow control applications, and provides a variety of metal treatment services. The firm employs approximately 5,900 people worldwide. More information on Curtiss-Wright can be found on the Internet at http://www.curtisswright.com/.

About Curtiss-Wright Flow Control

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Curtiss-Wright Flow Control ("CWFC") is the flow control segment of Curtiss-Wright Corporation. Founded in 1950, CWFC specializes in the design and manufacture of highly engineered valves, pumps, electronics and related products for commercial nuclear power, high performance process applications, and critical defense programs. Today, CWFC's sophisticated products are installed on every nuclear submarine and aircraft carrier commissioned by the United States Navy and an integral part of worldwide commercial nuclear power plants, oil and gas processing facilities, automotive and general industrial markets. For more information, visit http://www.cwfc.com/.

This press release contains forward-looking statements made pursuant to the Safe Harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 that are based on management's beliefs and assumptions, current expectations, and projections about the power generation, energy and industrial markets. Such statements, including statements relating to Curtiss-Wright Corporation's and Technofast's expectations for future performance, are not considered historical facts and are considered forward- looking statements under the federal securities laws. Such forward-looking statements are subject to certain risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Such risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: a reduction in anticipated orders; an economic downturn; changes in competitive marketplace and/or customer requirements; a change in US and Foreign government spending; an inability to perform customer contracts at anticipated cost levels; and other factors that generally affect the business of aerospace, defense contracting, marine, electronics and industrial companies. Please refer to the Company's Form 10-K dated for fiscal year ended December 31, 2004 and other current SEC filings under the Securities and Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, for further information and discussion on such risk factors.

Source: Curtiss-Wright Corporation

CONTACT: Alexandra M. Deignan of Curtiss-Wright Corporation,
+1-973-597-4734

Web site: http://www.curtisswright.com/
http://www.cwfc.com/

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Danaher Announces Completion of Leica Microsystems Acquisition

Danaher Announces Completion of Leica Microsystems Acquisition

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Danaher Corporation (NYSE:DHR) announced today that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of Leica Microsystems AG from LM Investments S.a.r.l. Leica Microsystems is a leading global designer and producer of innovative high- precision imaging systems used in life science and related applications, with revenues of approximately $660 million in 2004.

Danaher Corporation is a leading manufacturer of Professional Instrumentation, Industrial Technologies, and Tools and Components. (http://www.danaher.com/)

Source: Danaher Corporation

CONTACT: Andy Wilson, Vice President, Investor Relations, Danaher
Corporation, +1-202-828-0850, or Fax: +1-202-828-0860

Web site: http://www.danaher.com/

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Williams Controls Announces Promotion of Mark S. Koenen

Williams Controls Announces Promotion of Mark S. Koenen

PORTLAND, Ore., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Williams Controls, Inc. (the "Company") announced today that Mark S. Koenen has been named Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Williams Controls. In this newly created position he will be responsible for worldwide marketing and customer development, as well as global sales strategy and implementation for Williams Controls.

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Most recently, Koenen has served as Sales Director for Williams Controls focusing on key customer management and sales channel development. Mark joined Williams Controls in January 1995 and has previously held positions as Sales Manager, OEM Account Manager, Regional Manager and Account Executive. Before joining Williams he was an International Market Analyst for Rockwell International in Washington DC.

He earned a Bachelor's degree from Trinity College and a Master of Science degree from Georgetown University in Washington D.C.

Patrick W. Cavanagh, President and Chief Executive Officer said, "Mark's industry knowledge and understanding of our products makes him an ideal leader for our sales and marketing team as we expand into international markets."

ABOUT WILLIAMS CONTROLS

Williams Controls is a leading designer and manufacturer of Electronic Throttle Control Systems for the heavy truck and off-road markets. For more information, you can find Williams Controls on the Internet at www.wmco.com.

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Source: Williams Controls, Inc.

CONTACT: Patrick W. Cavanagh, President and Chief Executive Officer of
Williams Controls Inc., +1-503-684-8600

Web site: http://www.wmco.com/

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International Buyer Wins Loader at IronPlanet Auction

International Buyer Wins Loader at IronPlanet Auction

PLEASANTON, Calif., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire/ -- IronPlanet (www.ironplanet.com), the third-largest auction company of heavy equipment in North America, sold $4.2 million of equipment and trucks in its Aug. 25 auction.

A 1987 Caterpillar 966D wheel loader located in Alabama sold to a buyer in Belgium for $54,000. The buyer competed against 15 other bidders from seven U.S. states and three countries, including Egypt, Mexico and Saudi Arabia.

"Online auctions extend local supply to international demands," said Mike Rich, vice-president of sales at IronPlanet.

The auction drew over 6,900 registered auction attendees from across the U.S. and 20 other countries. Twenty-two bidders tried to win a 2000 Bobcat B250 backhoe loader that sold for $21,500. A 1998 Caterpillar D400E articulated dump truck sold for the highest bid of $127,000.

Founded in 1999, IronPlanet has grown to be the third-largest auction company of heavy equipment. With investors such as Caterpillar, Komatsu and Volvo, IronPlanet sells a broad range of used equipment including construction, agricultural and trucks through online auctions. IronPlanet is the only auction company to provide detailed, guaranteed inspection reports for used equipment in its auctions. If you are interested in buying or selling used equipment, go to www.ironplanet.com.

Source: IronPlanet

CONTACT: Regina Market of IronPlanet, +1-925-225-8832,
rmarket@ironplanet.com

Web site: http://www.ironplanet.com/

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PEMSTAR to Present at Kaufman Bros' 8th Annual Investor Conference

PEMSTAR to Present at Kaufman Bros' 8th Annual Investor Conference

ROCHESTER, Minn., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- PEMSTAR Inc. (NASDAQ:PMTR), a leading provider of global engineering, product design, manufacturing and fulfillment services to technology, industrial and medical companies announced today that the Company is scheduled to present at the Kaufman Bros' 8th Annual Investor Conference at 8:00 a.m. on Sept 8, 2005 in New York City. Greg Lea, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer of Pemstar, will present at the conference. The Company will webcast the presentation on its website at http://www.pemstar.com/ .

Place: The W Hotel, New York City
Date: Thursday, Sept 8, 2005
Time: 8:00 a.m. EDT
Web Access: http://www.pemstar.com/

About PEMSTAR

PEMSTAR Inc. (http://www.pemstar.com/) provides a comprehensive range of engineering, product design, manufacturing and fulfillment services to customers on a global basis through facilities strategically located in the Americas, Asia and Europe. The company's service offerings support customers' needs from product development and design, through manufacturing to worldwide distribution and aftermarket support. PEMSTAR has over one million square feet in 12 locations worldwide.

Contacts:
Greg S. Lea
Pemstar Inc.
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
Phone: 507-292-6941
Email: greg.lea@pemstar.com

David Pasquale
The Ruth Group
Executive Vice President
Phone: 646-536-7006
Email: dpasquale@theruthgroup.com

Source: PEMSTAR Inc.

CONTACT: Greg S. Lea, Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
of Pemstar Inc., +1-507-292-6941, greg.lea@pemstar.com; or David Pasquale,
Executive Vice President of The Ruth Group, +1-646-536-7006,
dpasquale@theruthgroup.com

Web site: http://www.pemstar.com/

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Worldwide Manufacturing USA, Inc. Signs Letter of Intent to Acquire Shanghai Lizun Precision Mechanical Products Manufacturing Co., Ltd.

Worldwide Manufacturing USA, Inc. Signs Letter of Intent to Acquire Shanghai Lizun Precision Mechanical Products Manufacturing Co., Ltd.

Factory Has Estimated 2005 Revenues of $3 Million

SAN BRUNO, Calif., Sept. 1 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Worldwide Manufacturing USA, Inc. ("Worldwide") (BULLETIN BOARD: WMFG) www.wwmusa.com, an engineering and quality control firm, specializing in international contract manufacturing and its logistic services, today announced that it has signed a letter of intent to acquire Shanghai Lizun Precision Mechanical Products Manufacturing Co., Ltd -- a die casting and machining factory producing components for the automobile, motorcycle, telecommunications and home supply industries.

Shanghai Lizun Precision Mechanical Products Manufacturing Co., Ltd. is located in the suburbs of Shanghai and occupies an area of 95,943 square feet in a building sized 19,121 square feet. The factory contains three workshops: a die casting shop, a machining shop and a painting shop. It currently employs 107 employees, and has estimated 2005 revenues to be $3 million and an after tax net profit of $300,000. Worldwide will pay the owner 1 million restricted shares of Worldwide's common stock in exchange for the factory's total net and invisible assets. In addition, Worldwide will invest $300,000 to upgrade the factory's equipment to increase productivity. Worldwide anticipates completing the acquisition by the end of September, 2005.

Jimmy Wang, CEO and President of Worldwide, stated, "Worldwide continues to move forward on its plan to purchase at least one new factory in each of its product groups: Foundry, Machining and Stamping, Electronics, and Fiber Optics Components -- setting the stage for anticipated explosive growth in the near future."

About Worldwide Manufacturing USA, Inc.

Worldwide Manufacturing USA, Inc. ("Worldwide") is headquartered in San Bruno, California, and its two wholly-owned subsidiaries, Shanghai Intech Electro Mechanical Products, and Chengde Science & Technology Co., Ltd., are located in Shanghai, China, and Changchun City, China, respectively. Worldwide is a 9-year-old engineering-oriented firm specializing in international contract manufacturing, and is also a direct manufacturer of automobile air- conditioning units. Its customers include the industries of wireless telecommunications, aerospace and automobile. Worldwide also manufactures components for industries of machinery, tools, home electrical solutions and electronic parts such as electronic toys.

For further information on Worldwide Manufacturing USA, Inc., please visit www.wwmusa.com

You may register to receive Worldwide Manufacturing's future press releases and to be added to the Company's distribution list by visiting: http://www.roiny.com/form.php.

The above news release contains forward-looking statements. These statements are based on assumptions that management believes are reasonable based on currently available information, and include statements regarding the intent, belief or current expectations of the Company and its management. Prospective investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performances, and are subject to a wide range of business risks, external factors and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements. The Company assumes no obligation to update the information contained in this press release, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.

Company Contact:
John Ballard
Worldwide Manufacturing USA
Phone: (303) 885-5501
Email: jdlballard@revealsystems.net

Investor Relations Contact:
Andrea Costa/Bob Giordano
ROI Group Associates, Inc.
Phone: (212) 495-0200, x 14/x10
Email: acosta@roiny.com/rgiordano@roiny.com
www.roiny.com

Source: Worldwide Manufacturing USA, Inc.

CONTACT: John Ballard of Worldwide Manufacturing USA, 303-885-5501, or
jdlballard@revealsystems.net; or investors, Andrea Costa, acosta@roiny.com or
x 14, or Bob Giordano, rgiordano@roiny.com or x10, both of ROI Group
Associates, Inc., 212-495-0200

Web site: http://www.wwmusa.com/

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Wednesday, August 31, 2005

Fedders Announces Agreement in Principle with Noteholders and Senior Lender Waiving Defaults Related to Delayed Filings

Fedders Announces Agreement in Principle with Noteholders and Senior Lender Waiving Defaults Related to Delayed Filings

LIBERTY CORNER, N.J., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Fedders Corporation (NYSE:FJC) (the "Company"), a leading global manufacturer of air treatment products, including air conditioners, air cleaners, dehumidifiers and humidifiers, and thermal technology products, announced today that it has reached an agreement in principle with holders representing more than a majority in principal amount of Fedders North America's $155 million principal amount of 9-7/8% Senior Notes due 2014 (the "Senior Notes") on a waiver of the existing event of default under the Senior Notes. The event of default results from the Company's failure to timely file its Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2004, as previously announced on June 30, 2005, and other defaults resulting from its failure to timely file its subsequent quarterly reports. The Company has also reached agreement in principle with its senior lender with respect to the waiver under the Senior Notes and a waiver of the default under its agreement with the senior lender, also related to the failure to timely file the Form 10-K and subsequent quarterly reports. Both agreements are subject to completion of final documentation and there can be no assurance that the Company will reach a final agreement with the holders of the Senior Notes and the Company's senior lender.

The Company will not make the September 1, 2005 interest payment due on its Senior Notes until final documentation concerning the waiver is completed with the holders of the Senior Notes. The Company intends to make the interest payment promptly following receipt of the requisite waiver.

In connection with reaching agreement in principle with the holders of the Senior Notes, the Company's Board of Directors did not declare quarterly dividends on the Company's Series A Cumulative Preferred Stock, Common Stock or Class B Stock which ordinarily would be paid on September 1, 2005.

This news release includes forward-looking statements that are covered under the "Safe-Harbor" clause of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements are based upon current expectations and assumptions. Actual results could differ materially from those currently anticipated as a result of known and unknown risks and uncertainties including, but not limited to, weather and economic, political, market and industry conditions and reliance on key customers. Such factors are described in Fedders' SEC filings, including its most recently filed annual report on Form 10-K. The company disclaims any obligation to update any forward-looking statements to incorporate developments occurring after release of announcement. Visit the Fedders investor information website at http://www.fedders.com/ to access additional information on Fedders.

Source: Fedders Corporation

CONTACT: Robert Laurent, Jr. of Fedders Corporation, +1-908-604-8686,
investorrelations@fedders.com

Web site: http://www.fedders.com/

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Parker Hannifin Completes Divestiture of Astron Business

Parker Hannifin Completes Divestiture of Astron Business

CLEVELAND, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Parker Hannifin Corporation (NYSE:PH) today announced it has completed the divestiture of its Astron Buildings business to Lindab, a leading manufacturer of building materials located in Stockholm, Sweden. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. The divested business has annual revenues of approximately $138 million.

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Astron designs and manufactures custom-engineered buildings for commercial applications. The business was acquired with Parker's April 2000 purchase of Commercial Intertech.

"The divestiture is consistent with our strategy to focus on motion and control technologies," said Parker Chairman and CEO Don Washkewicz. "Astron is a well-managed and profitable business. Our goal was to find a strategic partner for Astron that is committed to growing the business and better serving customers, employees and distributors. Lindab is a great match."

Astron was reported as part of Parker's "Other" business segment. With this divestiture, Parker eliminates its "Other" segment. The Company will continue to report financial information for its Industrial, Aerospace, and Climate & Industrial Controls Segments.

With annual sales exceeding $8 billion, Parker Hannifin is the world's leading diversified manufacturer of motion and control technologies and systems, providing precision-engineered solutions for a wide variety of commercial, mobile, industrial and aerospace markets. The company employs more than 50,000 people in 48 countries around the world. Parker has increased its annual dividends paid to shareholders for 49 consecutive years, among the top five longest-running dividend-increase records in the S&P 500 index. For more information, visit the company's web site at http://www.parker.com/, or its investor information site at http://www.phstock.com/.

Forward-Looking Statements:

Forward-looking statements contained in this and other written and oral reports are made based on known events and circumstances at the time of release, and as such, are subject in the future to unforeseen uncertainties and risks. All statements regarding future performance, earnings projections, events or developments are forward-looking statements. It is possible that the future performance and earnings projections of the company and individual segments may differ materially from current expectations, depending on economic conditions within both its industrial and aerospace markets, and the company's ability to achieve anticipated benefits associated with announced realignment activities, strategic initiatives to improve operating margins, and growth and innovation initiatives. A change in economic conditions in individual markets may have a particularly volatile effect on segment results. Among the other factors which may affect future performance are: changes in business relationships with and purchases by or from major customers or suppliers, including delays or cancellations in shipments; uncertainties surrounding timing, successful completion or integration of acquisitions; threats associated with and efforts to combat terrorism; competitive market conditions and resulting effects on sales and pricing; increases in raw- material costs that cannot be recovered in product pricing; the company's ability to manage costs related to employee retirement and health care benefits and insurance; and global economic factors, including currency exchange rates, difficulties entering new markets and general economic conditions such as inflation and interest rates. The company makes these statements as of the date of this disclosure, and undertakes no obligation to update them.

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Source: Parker Hannifin Corporation

CONTACT: Media, Christopher Farage, Vice President, Corp.
Communications, +1-216-896-2750, or cfarage@parker.com , or Financial
Analysts, Pamela Huggins, Vice President - Treasurer, +1-216-896-2240, or
phuggins@parker.com , both of Parker Hannifin

Web site: http://www.parker.com/
http://www.phstock.com/

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Donaldson Company Responds to Federal Circuit Court Decision

Donaldson Company Responds to Federal Circuit Court Decision

MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE:DCI) announced today the outcome of an appeal to the United States Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit on the previously disclosed patent litigation between Donaldson and Engineered Products Company, Inc. On August 31, 2005, the Court reduced the damages previously awarded against Donaldson from $15.8 million to $11.5 million. The Court sent the award of $2 million in costs and attorney's fees back to the trial court for reconsideration based on its decision. The Court also sent the award of $1.1 million in pre- judgment interest, plus additional post-judgment interest back to the trial court to be recalculated based on the reduced damages award.

Donaldson intends to review the decision and evaluate its options. As detailed in the Company's Form 10-Q for the third quarter of Fiscal Year 2005, the Company has established a reserve for this case. The Company will increase the reserve for the fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2005 and will determine the specific amount of the increase after an analysis of the Court's decision.

About Donaldson Company, Inc.

Donaldson is a leading worldwide provider of filtration systems and replacement parts. Donaldson is a technology-driven company committed to satisfying customer needs for filtration solutions through innovative research and development. Donaldson serves customers in the diesel engine and industrial markets including in-plant air cleaning, compressed air and gas purification, power generation, disk drive filtration, off-road equipment and trucks. Our 11,000 employees contribute to the company's success at over 30 manufacturing locations around the world. Donaldson is a member of the S&P MidCap 400 Index and Donaldson shares are traded on the NYSE under the symbol DCI. Additional company information is available at http://www.donaldson.com/ .

SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT UNDER THE SECURITIES REFORM ACT OF 1995

The company desires to take advantage of the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (the "Act") and is making this cautionary statement in connection with such safe harbor legislation. This earnings release, the Annual Report to Shareholders, any Form 10-K, 10-Q or Form 8-K of the company or any other written or oral statements made by or on behalf of the company may include forward-looking statements, forecasts and projections which reflect the company's current views with respect to future events and financial performance but involve uncertainties that could significantly impact results. The words "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "intends," "estimate," "forecast," "outlook," "plan," "promises," "project," "should," "will be" and similar expressions are intended to identify "forward- looking statements" within the meaning of the Act.

The company wishes to caution investors that any forward-looking statements are subject to uncertainties and other risk factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from such statements, including but not limited to risks associated with: currency fluctuations, commodity prices, world economic factors, political factors, the company's international operations, including production facilities in China, highly competitive markets, changes in capital spending levels by customers, changes in product demand, cancellations of orders, litigation, integration of acquisitions, facility and product line rationalization, research and development expenditures, including ongoing information technology improvements, and governmental laws and regulations, including diesel emissions controls. For a more detailed explanation, see the company's 2004 Form 10-K filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The company wishes to caution investors that new factors emerge from time to time, and it is not possible for management to predict all such factors, nor can it assess the impact of each such factor on the business or the extent to which any factor, or a combination of factors, may cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in any forward-looking statements. Investors are further cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements as they speak only to the company's views as of the date the statement is made. The company undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward- looking statements.

Source: Donaldson Company, Inc.

CONTACT: Rich Sheffer of Donaldson Company, +1-952-887-3753

Web site: http://www.donaldson.com/

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Robbins & Myers, Inc. Sells Its Lined Pipe & Fitting Business to Crane Co.

Robbins & Myers, Inc. Sells Its Lined Pipe & Fitting Business to Crane Co.

DAYTON, Ohio, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Robbins & Myers, Inc., (NYSE:RBN) announced today that it has sold its Lined Pipe and Fitting business, part of its Edlon, Inc. subsidiary, to Crane Co. Terms and price were not disclosed.

Commenting on the divestiture of this product line, Peter C. Wallace, President and Chief Executive Officer of Robbins & Myers, Inc., stated, "The sale of the Lined Pipe and Fitting business is in line with our strategy of reducing complexity and allows us to focus our resources in the areas of our business with the best growth prospects. Edlon's Specialty Products business will be retained as it is complementary to other Robbins & Myers' business units serving the process industries."

Robbins & Myers, Inc. (www.robbinsmyers.com) is a leading global supplier of highly-engineered, critical equipment and systems for the pharmaceutical, energy, and industrial markets. Headquartered in Dayton, Ohio the Company maintains manufacturing facilities in 15 countries.

Source: Robbins & Myers, Inc.

CONTACT: Michael J. McAdams for Robbins & Myers, Inc., +1-937-225-3324

Web site: http://www.robbinsmyers.com/

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Welding Suppliers Meet Demand for Generators as Katrina Hits

Welding Suppliers Meet Demand for Generators as Katrina Hits

Dual-Purpose Welding Generators Outperform, Cost Less Than Standalone Generators

APPLETON, Wis., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Miller Electric Mfg. Co. today announced that it is shipping additional emergency power generators to the Gulf Coast region. This action is in response to the increased demand caused by widespread power outages as Hurricane Katrina ravages the area. They will be available at local welding supply stores, a source many consumers overlook when shopping for generators. To find a store with welding generators, call 1-800-426-4553 or visit http://millerwelds.com/ .

Like common stand-alone generators, welding generators are powered by small gasoline engines and have regular 115V and 230V electrical outlets. Used by contractors, farmers/ranchers, maintenance personnel, homeowners and metalworking artists for welding, they also provide 4,500 to 10,000 watts of power for running tools, lights and appliances. Prices are comparable to, or less than, regular generators of similar quality and power.

More Devastation Predicted

"The effects of Katrina will be felt for quite a while and people should be prepared for more power outages, both now and throughout the hurricane season," said John Leisner, Miller product manager. "Even though generators may become scarce in retail stores, we have shipped additional welding generators to the region and have ensured a sufficient supply in anticipation of another rough hurricane season."

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) predicts a 70- percent chance of above-average hurricane activity in 2005, with as many as three to five hurricanes reaching Category 3 or higher. This may be reminiscent of last year, when four devastating hurricanes left millions of people without power.

As generators flew off home improvement and hardware store shelves, homeowners without generators struggled to keep lights, refrigerators, wells and sump pumps running. However, the shortage did not extend to welding supply shops.

"The shortage was perceived because many consumers didn't know about welding supply stores," Leisner said. "However, we had anticipated the season and had ample welding generators on hand for distribution. We've taken similar actions this year."

How Much Power Do You Need?

Miller recommends considering power needs before purchasing a welding generator. Critical appliances to run during an emergency include well pumps (750 watts), sump pumps (800 watts), refrigerator (700 watts), air conditioners (2,500 watts) and radios (50 to 200). Note that many appliances take much more energy to start than to run. For information on running home appliances and tools, plus a power calculation worksheet and safety instructions, visit http://millerwelds.com/products/generators .

With headquarters in Appleton, Wis., Miller Electric Mfg. Co. is a leading worldwide manufacturer of Miller and Hobart brand arc welding equipment and related systems for metalworking, construction, maintenance and other applications. Miller Electric is a wholly owned subsidiary of Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE:ITW), Glenview, Ill. ITW is a diversified multinational manufacturer of highly engineered components, assemblies and systems.

Source: Miller Electric Mfg. Co.

CONTACT: John Dymale of Insight Marketing, LLC, +1-262-689-9445,
johnd@imipr.com

Web site: http://www.millerwelds.com/

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Memry Corporation FY '05 Revenue $45.0M; Net Income $2.7M or $0.10 Per Diluted Share

Memry Corporation FY '05 Revenue $45.0M; Net Income $2.7M or $0.10 Per Diluted Share

Q4 Revenue Up 38% to $13.3M; Net Income $881,000 or $0.03 Per Diluted Share

BETHEL, Conn., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Memry Corporation (AMEX:MRY) reported today that revenue in the fiscal year ended June 30, 2005 rose 30% to a record $45,008,000, compared with $34,492,000 reported in the previous fiscal year. Net income was $2,725,000, or $0.10 per diluted share, compared with net income of $2,378,000, or $0.09 per diluted share, in the previous year. Pretax income for FY '05 was $4,408,000, compared with pretax income of $3,217,000 in FY '04.

For the fourth fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2005, revenue increased 38% to a record $13,345,000, compared with $9,658,000 in the fourth fiscal quarter of 2004. Fourth quarter net income was $881,000, or $0.03 per diluted share, compared with net income of $1,288,000, or $0.05 per diluted share, in the comparable period of 2004. Both the full-year and fourth quarter net income for fiscal 2004 included a $350,000 research and development tax credit.

James G. Binch, CEO of Memry, said, "Fiscal year 2005 was a superb year for Memry Corporation highlighted by the November acquisition of Putnam Plastics Corporation, one of the leading specialty polymer extrusion companies serving the medical device industry. Putnam added to our revenue stream with $8,033,000 in shipments of polymer extrusion components during the last eight months of the fiscal year. Putnam sales are expected to contribute 25% or more of total revenue going forward. Already Putnam is helping to smooth the growth of our revenue stream and will contribute to higher gross margins. In addition to new product lines that are enhancing revenue, the acquisition immediately provided us with incremental customers, new marketing avenues and important new materials capabilities that fit extremely well with our shape memory alloy business.

"Fiscal year 2005 was also a year of solid improvement for our core shape memory alloy business, which is primarily focused on the medical device component markets. Nitinol-related revenues were up 7% from the previous fiscal year to $36,975,000. We experienced growth in both nitinol wire-based and tube-based stent components as well as arch wire and guidewire products. These gains were offset by a decrease in revenue from super elastic tube, reflecting inventory adjustments and loss of market share by certain customers.

"We benefited from shipments of new medical device prototypes that we anticipate will lead to increased future shipments of commercial products. The Putnam addition has generated new inquiries from customers and enhanced our capabilities for engineering and delivering highly complex bundled components. We are providing customized nitinol components that we can integrate into completed access or delivery systems fabricated with sophisticated co- extrusion polymer systems from Putnam. Examples include nitinol or stainless steel reinforced catheters, delivery sheaths, complete guidewire systems and numerous other applications. By combining the talents of both organizations, we are able to solve complex and unique new design requirements, thus enabling us to meet a broader range of needs than was previously possible."

Chief Financial Officer Robert P. Belcher said, "For the year ended June 30, 2005, operating expenses rose 16%, including amortization of intangible assets associated with the acquisition of Putnam. As a percentage of revenue, operating expenses decreased from 31% to 27%. Cost of revenues rose 31% to $27,095,000, primarily reflecting the acquisition of Putnam. In addition, there was a shift in focus of staff engineers at Memry's nitinol operations from new process development to manufacturing support.

"On June 30, 2005, the company prepaid $2,500,000 of its subordinated debt in order to eliminate a portion of the 17% interest expense associated with this part of the Putnam acquisition financing. We are pleased that we have been able to pay down this debt while ending the fiscal year with over $4,000,000 in cash on our balance sheet," said Belcher.

Binch said, "Looking forward, we have said previously that the company is targeting an annualized revenue run rate of $100,000,000 in three years, based on a combination of internal growth and the accomplishment of another synergistic acquisition. The Putnam acquisition has reinforced Memry's position as a strategic supplier of enabling technologies, products and services to the medical device industry. We expect to make progress in the coming year on our objective to become the leading supplier of components and sub-assemblies to the medical device industry. We are specifically focused on providing high value-added solutions to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases using less invasive technologies and procedures. In doing so, we also are continuing our efforts to diversify and expand our revenue base by offering new products and services. We expect this to be reflected in solid revenue growth and improvement in the bottom line in fiscal year 2006."

About Memry Corporation

Memry Corporation provides design, engineering, development and manufacturing services to the medical device and other industries using the company's proprietary shape memory alloy and polymer extrusion technologies. Medical device products include stent components, catheter components, guidewires, laparoscopic surgical sub-assemblies and orthopedic instruments as well as complex, multi-lumen, multi-layer polymer extrusions used for guidewires, catheters, delivery systems and various other high-end interventional medical devices.

A copy of the financial statements follows.

The company will host a conference call to discuss year-end results on Thursday, Sept. 1 at 11 a.m. Eastern. To participate in this call, dial (866) 548-2696 any time after 10:55 a.m. on Sept. 1. International callers should dial (678) 460-1868.

An investment profile on Memry may be found at http://www.hawkassociates.com/memry/profile.htm .

For more information, contact Memry Chief Financial Officer Robert P. Belcher at (203) 739-1100, e-mail: Robert_Belcher@memry.com , or Frank Hawkins or Julie Marshall, Hawk Associates, at (305) 451-1888, e-mail: info@hawkassociates.com . Detailed information about Memry Corporation can be found at http://www.memry.com/ . Copies of Memry Corporation press releases, SEC filings, current price quotes, stock charts and other valuable information for investors may be found on the websites http://www.hawkassociates.com/ and http://www.americanmicrocaps.com/ .

This release contains certain forward-looking statements that involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties or other factors not under the company's control, which may cause actual results, performance or achievements of the company to be materially different from the results, performance or other expectations implied by these forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, those detailed in the company's periodic filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

Memry Corporation and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Balance Sheets
June 30, 2005 and 2004
(Unaudited)

2005 2004
ASSETS
Current Assets
Cash and cash equivalents $4,141,000 $12,404,000
Accounts receivable, net 5,846,000 4,132,000
Inventories 4,948,000 2,956,000
Deferred tax asset 1,391,000 975,000
Prepaid expenses and other current
assets 288,000 41,000
Total current assets 16,614,000 20,508,000
Property, Plant and Equipment, net 8,370,000 5,090,000
Other Assets
Intangible assets, net 7,842,000 933,000
Goodwill 13,946,000 1,038,000
Cash collateral deposits 1,500,000 --
Deferred financing costs, net 465,000 51,000
Deferred tax asset 3,508,000 5,175,000
Note receivable 407,000 --
Deposits and other assets 148,000 193,000
Total other assets 27,816,000 7,390,000
TOTAL ASSETS $52,800,000 $32,988,000

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current Liabilities
Accounts payable and accrued expenses $5,453,000 $3,213,000
Notes payable 2,601,000 320,000
Capital leases -- 29,000
Income tax payable 204,000 43,000
Total current liabilities 8,258,000 3,605,000
Notes Payable, less current maturities 8,773,000 1,159,000

Stockholders' Equity
Common stock, $.01 par value,
40,000,000 shares authorized;
28,580,591 shares issued and
outstanding in 2005 and 25,570,419
shares issued and outstanding in
2004 286,000 256,000
Additional paid-in capital 53,893,000 49,103,000
Accumulated deficit (18,410,000) (21,135,000)
Total stockholders' equity 35,769,000 28,224,000
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS'
EQUITY $52,800,000 $32,988,000

Memry Corporation and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Income
(Unaudited)

Year Three Month Period
Ended June 30, Ended June 30,
2005 2004 2005 2004

Revenues $45,008,000 $34,492,000 $13,345,000 $9,658,000

Cost of Revenues 27,095,000 20,682,000 7,830,000 5,650,000
Gross
profit 17,913,000 13,810,000 5,515,000 4,008,000

Operating Expenses
Research and
development 2,401,000 2,878,000 866,000 632,000
General,
selling and
administration 9,571,000 7,600,000 2,632,000 1,941,000
Amortization of
intangible
assets 379,000 133,000 125,000 33,000

12,351,000 10,611,000 3,623,000 2,606,000

Operating income 5,562,000 3,199,000 1,892,000 1,402,000

Loss on
extinguishment of
debt (182,000) -- (182,000) --
Other income 60,000 -- 60,000 --

Interest
Expense (1,189,000) (74,000) (435,000) (1,000)
Income 157,000 92,000 48,000 29,000
(1,032,000) 18,000 (387,000) 28,000
Income before
income taxes 4,408,000 3,217,000 1,383,000 1,430,000

Provision for income
taxes 1,683,000 839,000 502,000 142,000

Net income $2,725,000 $2,378,000 $881,000 $1,288,000

Basic earnings per
share: $0.10 $0.09 $0.03 $0.05

Diluted earnings per
share: $0.10 $0.09 $0.03 $0.05

Source: Memry Corporation

CONTACT: Robert P. Belcher, Chief Financial Officer, Memry Corporation,
+1-203-739-1100, or Robert_Belcher@memry.com; or Frank Hawkins or Julie
Marshall, both of Hawk Associates, +1-305-451-1888, or
info@hawkassociates.com, for Memry

Web site: http://www.memry.com/
http://www.hawkassociates.com/memry/profile.htm
http://www.hawkassociates.com/
http://www.americanmicrocaps.com/

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Crane Co. Acquires PSI Division of Edlon, Inc.

Crane Co. Acquires PSI Division of Edlon, Inc.

STAMFORD, Conn., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Crane Co. (NYSE:CR), a diversified manufacturer of engineered industrial products, announced today that it has purchased the business and selected assets of the PSI division of Edlon, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Robbins & Myers, Inc. PSI is a manufacturer of plastic-lined pipes, fittings and accessories. Terms and price were not disclosed.

Crane Co. is a diversified manufacturer of engineered industrial products. Crane Co. is traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE:CR). For more information, visit http://www.craneco.com/.

Source: Crane Co.

CONTACT: J. R. Vipond, Vice President, Finance & Chief Financial
Officer of Crane Co., +1-203-363-7301

Web site: http://www.craneco.com/

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Lincoln Electric Board Declares Dividend

Lincoln Electric Board Declares Dividend

CLEVELAND, Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ:LECO) Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly dividend of 18 cents per share, payable October 14, 2005 to holders of record on September 30, 2005.

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the design, development and manufacture of arc welding products, robotic arc-welding systems, plasma and oxyfuel cutting equipment. Headquartered in Cleveland, Ohio, Lincoln has operations, manufacturing alliances and joint ventures in 18 countries and a worldwide network of distributors and sales offices covering more than 160 countries. The Company is celebrating its 110th anniversary this year. For more information about Lincoln Electric, its products and services, visit the Company's Web site at http://www.lincolnelectric.com/.

Source: Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc.

CONTACT: Roy L. Morrow of Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc.,
+1-216-383-4893, or Roy_Morrow@lincolnelectric.com

Web site: http://www.lincolnelectric.com/

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TransAct Technologies To Present at The Roth Capital Partners New York Conference

TransAct Technologies To Present at The Roth Capital Partners New York Conference

WALLINGFORD, Conn., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- TransAct Technologies Incorporated (NASDAQ:TACT), a leading producer of transaction- based printers for customers worldwide, is scheduled to present at the Roth Capital Partners New York Conference at the Westin New York on Wednesday, September 7, 2005. Bart C. Shuldman, Chairman, President and CEO, and Steven A. DeMartino, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will be presenting.

Date: Wednesday, September 7, 2005
Time: 4:00 PM EDT
Place: The Westin New York at Times Square - New York, NY

TransAct's CEO and CFO will be available for one-on-one meetings after the presentation. Investors interested in scheduling a time to meet with management should contact Denise Roche of The Ruth Group at 646-536-7008 or droche@theruthgroup.com.

About TransAct Technologies Incorporated

TransAct (NASDAQ:TACT) designs, develops, manufactures and markets transaction-based printers under the ithaca(R) name. In addition, the Company markets related consumables, spare parts and service. The Company's printers are used worldwide to provide receipts, tickets, coupons, register journals and other documents. TransAct focuses on two core markets: point-of-sale (POS) and banking, and gaming and lottery. TransAct sells its products to original equipment manufacturers, value-added resellers and selected distributors, as well as directly to end-users. The Company's product distribution spans across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Caribbean Islands and the South Pacific. For further information, visit TransAct's web site located at http://www.transact-tech.com/.

CONTACTS:

Steven DeMartino, Chief Financial Officer, 203-269-1198 Ext. 6059 or David Pasquale, 646-536-7006, or Denise Roche, 646-536-7008, both with The Ruth Group

Source: TransAct Technologies Incorporated

CONTACT: Steven DeMartino, Chief Financial Officer of TransAct
Technologies Incorporated, +1-203-269-1198, Ext. 6059; or David Pasquale,
+1-646-536-7006, or Denise Roche, +1-646-536-7008, both with The Ruth Group

Web site: http://www.transact-tech.com/

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Deere & Company Announces Quarterly Dividend

Deere & Company Announces Quarterly Dividend

MOLINE, Ill., Aug. 31 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- The Deere & Company (NYSE:DE) Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly dividend of $.31 a share, payable November 1, 2005, to stockholders of record on September 30, 2005.

(Logo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030326/JOHNDEERELOGO )

Photo: http://www.newscom.com/cgi-bin/prnh/20030326/JOHNDEERELOGO
AP Archive: http://photoarchive.ap.org/
PRN Photo Desk, photodesk@prnewswire.com
Source: Deere & Company

CONTACT: Ken Golden, Manager, Public Relations of Deere & Company,
+1-309-765-5678

Web site: http://www.deere.com/

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A Fundação de Proteção Ambiental da China Distingue a Otis como Companhia Responsável pelo Meio Ambiente, Gen2 como 'Green Machine'

A Fundação de Proteção Ambiental da China Distingue a Otis como Companhia Responsável pelo Meio Ambiente, Gen2 como 'Green Machine'

FARMINGTON, Connecticut, 31 de agosto /PR Newswire/ -- Otis é a primeira companhia de elevadores que recebe um Green Product Award (Prêmio de Produto Ecológico) da Fundação de Proteção Ambiental da China (China Environmental Protection Foundation). O grupo reconheceu a Otis por seu sistema de elevador com cinta, Gen2(TM), que dispensa a utilização de sala de máquina. A Otis é uma unidade da United Technologies Corporation (NYSE:UTX).

"Temos muita satisfação em continuar a apoiar a política de desenvolvimento sustentável da China com o oferecimento de produtos com eficiência em energia e protetores da ecologia", disse o Presidente da Otis, Ari Bousbib. "Este prêmio reafirma o compromisso da Otis com prédios 'ecológicos' ('green' buildings) com a tecnologia de elevadores com cinta Gen2".

A máquina de formato plano, com cintas de poliuretana e que dispensa a utilização de sala de máquina, do sistema de elevador Gen2, não necessita de qualquer lubrificação poluente, eliminando a necessidade de armazenamento, limpeza e disposição de resíduos perigosos. O sistema Gen2 é também 50 por cento mais eficiente em energia do que os elevadores convencionais, pois a sua máquina de operação automática, com magneto permanente, baixo período de inércia e com controle de freqüência variável, elimina a perda de energia que ocorre em sistemas mais tradicionais com engrenagens.

Candidatos ao Green Product Award devem ser líderes em suas indústrias, com contribuições ou realizações extraordinárias em proteção ambiental. A Fundação de Proteção Ambiental da China reconheceu o sistema Gen2 devido a sua "excelente qualidade de eficiência de energia e em proteção ambiental".

Como parte do seu compromisso com a proteção ambiental, a Otis tem também adotado medidas para minimizar a poluição em seus processos de fabricação. Em 2004, a fábrica Tianjin da Otis recebeu a certificação ISO14001 de sistema de proteção ambiental do BSI, o maior órgão mundial de padrões. Desde então, outros empreendimentos conjuntos e fábricas Otis na China receberam as certificações de sistema ISO, incluindo o certificado de sistema de qualidade ISO9001, certificação de sistema de proteção ambiental ISO14001 e certificado de sistema de gerenciamento ocupacional, saúde e segurança OHSAS18001. No ano passado, a fábrica Tianjin recebeu o Prêmio de Inovação em Proteção Ambiental (Environmental Protection Innovation Award) da United Technologies Corporation devido à redução de 58 por cento com despesas para disposição de refugos.

Otis Elevator Company é a maior fabricante e companhia de manutenção do mundo de produtos que movem pessoas, incluindo elevadores, escadas rolantes e esteiras movediças. Com sede corporativa em Farmington, Connecticut, a Otis emprega 60.000 pessoas, oferece produtos e serviços em mais de 200 países e territórios e mantém mais de 1,45 milhão de elevadores e escadas rolantes em âmbito mundial. A United Technologies Corporation, com sede em Hartford, Connecticut é uma companhia diversificada que oferece produtos e serviços de alta tecnologia para os setores de prédios comerciais e aeroespacial.

Source: Otis Elevator Company

CONTATO: Tizz Weber, Diretor de Programas de Comunicações da Otis
Elevator Company, +1-860-676-6127, ou Tizz.Weber@Otis.com

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