Press Release

Franklynn Acquires CRYSTAL Mold Releases

February 1, 2008

Franklynn Industries, Inc., Cincinnati, OH, announced the acquisition of CRYSTAL® Mold Release Agents from TSE. Water-based and semi-permanent, Crystal Mold Releases form a clear, strong bond to mold surfaces, allowing for multiple releases before touch-up. These products have a proven record of exceptional release performance on rubber, polyurethane and other plastic molding materials.

Ralph M. Lopez, General Manager of Franklynn Industries, commented:
"Crystal mold releases fit well into our product portfolio and will become a strategic element in extending our technological reach. Crystal will bring an array of proven solutions to a variety of applications. Our customers can look forward to enjoying a greater selection of productivity-boosting mold release agents from Franklynn Industries."

CRYSTAL will become a part of the growing family of brands in Franklynn Industries, a unit in the Performance Polymers Group within Illinois Tool Works, Inc.

Franklynn is a leader in formulating, manufacturing and distributing release agents and cleaners for various molding applications. With its worldwide headquarters located in Cincinnati, Ohio, Franklynn continues to grow its global presence.

CONTACT: For additional information, please direct your inquiries to:
Marketing Department, Franklynn Industries Inc., 167 Commerce Blvd., Cincinnati, OH, USA 45140.
Tel: (800) 755-1677 or (513) 677-3443; Fax: (513) 677-7844 or via our website: www.franklynnusa.com.