Brentwood Acquires Polytech Corporation

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

BRENTWOOD INDUSTRIES, INC. ACQUIRES POLYTECH CORPORATION READING, PENNSYLVANIA, USA, FEBRUARY 20, 2012 – Brentwood Industries, Inc. signed an agreement to acquire Polytech Corporation.

Polytech Corporation’s expertise in helical skimmers and scum pipes will enhance Brentwood Industries overall product portfolio and provide additional market opportunities. The acquisition of Polytech’s technology and knowledge of non-metallic and metallic helical skimmers and rotating scum pipe skimmers will add to Brentwood Industries product offerings for a complete range of surface removal systems.

Polytech Corporation developed the first non-metallic helical skimmer in the industry, combining corrosion resistance and high strength lightweight materials. In addition, Polytech is the industry leader in non-metallic rotating scum pipes. Polytech products will be administered by Brentwood Industries’ Polychem Systems division.

For over 40 years, Brentwood Industries has been designing and manufacturing product solutions for highly diverse worldwide industries including: automotive, battery, construction, medical packaging, cooling systems, stormwater management and wastewater treatment.

For additional information contact:
Email: polytechsales@brentwoodindustries.com
Phone: 484-651-1300  

WEFTEC 2011

WEFTEC is recognized as the world’s largest annual water quality event and provides the latest technologies and services for water environment preservation, restoration, and sustainability. WEFTEC 2011 took place at the Los Angeles Convention Center, October 15-19. With an attendance of more than 16,000 national and international water professionals and nearly 1,000 exhibiting water companies, the 84th annual event was the city’s second largest conference.

Ops Challenge 2011

Now in its 24th year, Operations Challenge has grown from an original 22-team event to its current 37-team, two-division format. Winners are determined by a weighted point system for five events including collection systems, laboratory, process control, maintenance and safety. The events are designed to test the diverse skills required for the operation and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities, their collection systems and laboratories—all vital to the protection of public health and the environment.

Polychem customers were two of the 37-team participants. The Jersey Devils represented Cape May, NJ and had a very enthusiastic group of supporters. Team HRSD from the Virginia Water Environment placed 4th overall in the competition.

Team HRSD represent Virginia Water Env. at 2011 Ops Challenge

Jersey Devils representing Cape May, NJ at the 2011 Ops Challenge

Sales Rep Award Winners

Congratulations to all our 2011 Sales Representative award winners!

Outstanding Sales International: Mecana Umwelttechnik GMBH, Germany/Switzerland
Outstanding Sales North America: Geiger Equipment Eastern PA, MD, DE, VA
Outstanding Sales Meritorious International: B.A.R. Group, Australia
Outstanding Sales Meritorious North America: The Mahrer Group, New England
Aftermarket: Outstanding; Goble Sampson, Northwest, and Meritorious; Siewert Equipment,
New York
Special: Siam Syndicate, Thailand

Polychem Systems is Recertified to ISO 9001:2008

The world leading supplier of 100% non-metallic chain and flight sludge
collector systems, announces its recertificaiton to ISO 9001:2008 certification.

ISO (International Organization for Standardization) is a global network that identifies what International Standards are required by business, government
and society. ISO 9001:2008 standards are widely respected and accepted by public and private sectors both nationally and internationally. These standards apply to the processes that an organization employs to realize its products
and service quality.

Polychem Systems is committed to a standard of excellence and embraces continuous improvements for our customers and end users for over 35 years.

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NSF Standard 61 Press Release

READING, PENNSYLVANIA, USA, FEBRUARY 2009 – Polychem Systems, the
leading supplier of 100% non-metallic chain and flight sludge collector systems, announces the completion of NSF/ANSI Standard 61 certification.

NSF Standard 61 is the nationally recognized health effects standard for
devices, components, and materials which contact drinking water. The standard addresses crucial aspects of drinking water system components, indirect
additive products and materials, products, components, and materials. When a material is certified under Standard 61, its certification indicates use restrictions
on parameters such as maximum use temperature or surface area to volume
ratio when the material is used in a finished product.

As a progressive supplier of clarifier collections systems used in potable water applications, Polychem Systems is committed to a standard of excellence and embraces continuous improvements for our customers and end users. Polychem Systems has been manufacturing high-quality, environmentally safe,
non-metallic products for more than 35 years. For additional information on Polychem Systems’ NSF Standard 61 certification, contact Paul Chen, Quality Manager.

Welcome to The Clarifier Connection On-Line Edition

In this on-line newsletter, we will be sharing the latest news from Polychem Systems ... including new products and product improvements ... recent
projects ... trade show schedules ... and any other newsworthy occurrences
that may be of interest. Contact Lori at polychemsales@polychemsys.com if
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Polychem's Widest Wastewater Tank in North America -
Peterborough, Ontario, Canada

The Polychem Systems box flight spans over 36 feet across the widest
section of the basin. Peterborough, Ontario is Polychem's widest wastewater
application in North America.

In addition, Pranchina, Portugal, is the home of Polychem's widest tank in the world, spaning 40 feet wide!

We continuously develop new products and services, which provide solutions
for our customers' most difficult applications and budget. Polychem Systems remains the worldwide leader in Non-metallic Chain & Flight Collector Systems.

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WEDA SD - Guandu, Brazil


Polychem Systems WEDA SD System was chosen to handle the sedimentation sludge removal at the Guandu Treatment Facility in Brazil. Guandu holds the Guinness Book of World Records for the largest water treatment plant.

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