September 23rd 2005

Press Release

Kurt Manufacturing company, Minneapolis MN is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Lars Ossmo to the position of Regional Sales Manager for the Northeast region of the United States. His area of responsibilities will cover the management of subcontract sales for the Northeast region of the U.S. in the following fields: Precision Machining, Complex Assembly, Gears, Die Casting and Screw Machining. His position also includes working with Graham Whitehead & Manger , an independent sales firm representing Kurt Mfg and its subcontract capabilities in the New England States.

Lars comes to Kurt with a long history of excellence in the manufacturing industry. With over 30 yrs. experience in the metal working industry he is a key asset to the organization. Lars is experienced in international sales, proprietary product lines, contract manufacturing and serving diversified business clientele. Kurt Manufacturing is proud to add Lars's experience and skill to its subcontract division.

Contact Information;

Lars Ossmo
Kurt Mfg
5280 Main Street NE
Minneapolis MN 55421
Off: 763-574-8314
Cell: (952) 456-1216
Lars.Ossmo@kurt.com

For more information, call 763-572-1500 or go to www.kurt.com

Email: marketing@kurt.com

Marketing Contact Information;

Paul Carlsen
Kurt Mfg
5280 Main Street NE
Minneapolis MN 55421
Off: 763-572-4429
paulc@kurt.com