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| :: News June, 2008 ANDOVER, Mass. – June 6, 2008 – California Products today announced that Peter Longo and Steven McMenamin will join the Company as Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, respectively, effective June 1. Longo will be replacing longtime President and CEO Joe Junkin, who will now act in an advisory capacity, and McMenamin succeeds Joseph DeAngelis, who has retired. Both Joe Junkin and Joe DeAngelis will remain on the Board of Directors and continue to advise on the strategic direction of the company. “On behalf of the Board of Directors, I am pleased to welcome Peter and Steve to California Products,” said Rob Bittencourt, director of California Products and a principal with Apollo Capital Management, a strategic investor in the company. “They are uniquely qualified to build upon California Products’ success and drive the long-term execution of our strategic plan.” “I am excited to join California Products and look forward to working with the dedicated people that have built the business,” Longo said. “This company has achieved an outstanding reputation in their markets by providing customers quality products and outstanding service. They are also known as a company with tremendous integrity.” Prior to joining California Products, Longo was President and CEO of OSI Sealants, Inc., a division of Sovereign Specialty Chemical, Inc, which was sold to Henkel Corp. There, Longo had profit and loss responsibility for the building material division, led the strategic planning process and formulated the corporate vision and strategic direction. McMenamin formerly served as CFO and Chief Operations Officers at automotive equipment manufacturer, Pixley Richards Inc. He was most recently employed as the Vice President of Finance for Polymer Plainfield Companies located in Plainfield, Illinois. He will now oversee California Products’ various financial functions, including finance and accounting, financial planning and analysis, regulatory and risk management. He will also serve as a strategic partner in advancing the growth of the company under its new advisors, Apollo Capital Management. About California Products ### May, 2008
Andover, MA, May 2008 – DecoTurf, the most recognized tennis court surfaces in the world, is pleased to announce that this year’s NCAA Division I Men’s Tennis Championships will be played on DecoTurf tennis surfaces. This year marks the second time that the University of Tulsa has hosted NCAA championship tennis at the Michael D. Case Tennis Center in the last five years. The Center’s 12 outdoor and 6 indoor courts are all surfaced with DecoTurf and DecoColor tennis surfaces. "DecoTurf is proud to be the tennis surface of choice for the Michael D. Case Tennis Center, and excited to be a part of the competitive energy and spirit that is the NCAA Men’s Division I Championship,” says John Graham, Managing Director of Decoturf DecoTurf’s multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the US Open since 1978, the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. DecoTurf tennis surfaces are Court Pace Rating classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF). DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. Contact: # # # August, 2007
DecoTurf, the most recognized tennis court surface in the world, announced that their full cushioned tennis surface DecoTurf II, has been selected for the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, China. The Beijing Organizing Committee for the Games of the XXIX Olympiad (BOCOG), and the International Tennis Federation (ITF) ratified the choice of DecoTurf II as the tennis court surface. Tennis practice sessions and match play will take place on seventeen DecoTurf courts at the Beijing Olympic Tennis Centre from August 10 through August 17, 2008. A total of one hundred and seventy two men and women will compete for medals in four events: Men’s singles, Women’s singles, Women’s Doubles and Men’s Doubles. “DecoTurf is honored and gratified to be selected as the tennis surface for the Beijing Olympics” said John Graham Managing Director of DecoTurf. “We look forward to working with BOCOG and the ITF to ensure an outstanding tennis venue.” DecoTurf’s multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the US Open since 1978, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play and true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information about DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-225-1141/978-623-9980. # # # August, 2007
Andover, MA – The 2007 US Open marks the 30th consecutive year that the world-renowned Grand Slam has selected DecoTurf as the playing surface. The US Open was originally played on grass until Forest Hills switched to clay courts in 1975. In 1978, the event moved to its current home at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center, where the surface changed again to its current full cushioned Pro DecoTurf courts. DecoTurf is selected year after year at the US Open, the highest annually attended sporting event in the world, because the DecoTurf tennis court surface is well suited to many different players and styles. ESPN.com stated that "..the U.S. Open puts competitors on equal footing. Literally. The tournament's DecoTurf II playing surface caters to heavy hitters and speedy scramblers alike." USA Today in it’s article titled “Favorite Surface” said, "It suits a lot of players. It yields truer bounces that don't sit up too high or stay too low. It's just a fair surface." The New York Times commented, "The hardcourt of choice is the Pro DecoTurf system. This surface is selected for its consistency, ease of maintenance and durability. It also offers the ability to control the courts' footing and ball speed." And Tennis Magazine said, ‘the DecoTurf II courts have come to be seen as the fairest, if not the most appealing surface on which to crown a champion.” ”DecoTurf is proud and honored to be celebrating 30 years at the US Open,” says John Graham Managing Director of DecoTurf. “We are very pleased with the partnership we have forged with the USTA over the years, especially during the last two years with the introduction of the new court colors, US Open Blue™ and US Open Green™.” DecoTurf the most recognized tennis court surface in the world, has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, the NCAA championships, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its uniformity, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors and overall customer value. For more information about DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-225-1141/978-623-9980. Contact: Steve McCarthy
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August, 2007
Andover, MA, – The Connecticut Tennis Center, on the campus of Yale University in New Haven, has chosen DecoTurf once again as the cushioned playing surface for the exciting Pilot Pen Tennis Tournament. The Pilot Pen is the final stop for the popular US Open Series, before the world’s top professional tennis players head to the US Open in New York. This marks the 18th year that New Haven will host the prestigious WTA event, while the ATP, including local favorite, James Blake, marks its third consecutive year. "The Pilot Pen has been fantastic for tennis here in New England and we are extremely proud to continue to be affiliated with such a great event," said John Graham, DecoTurf's managing director. DecoTurf, the Surface of the US Open since 1978, is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast, and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. # # #
August, 2007
Andover, MA, - As momentum builds towards the US Open, the Lindner Family Tennis Center will host the Western & Southern Financial Group Masters as part of the US Open Series, August 13th - 19th. The play will once again take place on DecoTurf's cushioned tennis surface. DecoTurf was first selected in 1993, making this the 15th consecutive year that DecoTurf has been selected as the tennis court surface of choice by the esteemed facility. "DecoTurf is proud to be the Official Court Surface of this ATP Masters event" said John Graham, DecoTurf's managing director. “We are please to be working with Total Tennis Incorporated of Columbus, Ohio who installed the full cushioned DecoTurf tennis surface.” DecoTurf, the Surface of the US Open since 1978, is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast, and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. # # # August, 2007
Andover, MA, - The “Greatest Road Trip in Sports” heads north to Toronto this week as the Women’s Rogers Cup becomes the latest US Open Series tournament to be played on cushioned DecoTurf. This is the sixth consecutive year that Tennis Canada has chosen DecoTurf for both its men’s and women’s events. The state-of-the-art Rexall Centre, on the campus of York University, is one of the most preeminent facilities in all of tennis and will once again host the some of the top women players in the world, including Justin Henin, Maria Sharapova and defending champion Ana Ivanovic. "Tennis Canada and DecoTurf have become great partners over the last six years and we are proud of our affiliation with not one, but two great tournaments," said John Graham, DecoTurf's managing director. DecoTurf, the Surface of the US Open since 1978, is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast, and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. # # #
Andover, MA, - Continuing a partnership that began 20 years ago, DecoTurf has once again been selected as the tennis surface of the Rogers Cup ATP Tournament. The Tournament will to be played on DecoTurf cushioned tennis surfaces in Montreal on August 4th through August 12th. The Rogers Cup Canadian Open, the world’s longest running tournament behind Wimbledon and the US Open, serves as a key stepping stone in both the US Open Series and the ATP Masters Series and each year alternates between Montreal and Toronto. This year’s event will take place at the prestigious Uniprix Stadium, (formerly Jarry Park), in the heart of historic Montreal. "DecoTurf is honored to have been once again selected as the surface of the Men’s Rogers Cup tournament," said John Graham, DecoTurf's managing director. DecoTurf, the Surface of the US Open since 1978, is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushioned tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast, and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. # # #
July, 2007
Andover, MA, -As momentum builds towards the US Open, the William H.G. Fitzgerald Tennis Center will host the Legg Mason Tennis Classic as part of the US Open Series, July 30 – August 5th. The play will once again take place on DecoTurf's DecoColor tennis surface. DecoColor was first installed in 2003, marking this the 5th consecutive year that DecoColor has been selected as the tennis court surface of choice by the esteemed facility. "DecoTurf is proud to have DecoColor be the Official Court Surface of the Legg Mason Tennis Classic" said John Graham, DecoTurf's managing director. DecoTurf, the Surface of the US Open since 1978, is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including, the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast, and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 800-332-6178. # # # July, 2007
Andover, MA, -As momentum builds towards the US Open, the Indianapolis Tennis Center will host the Indianapolis Tennis Championships as part of the US Open Series, July 21st - July 29th. The play will once again take place on DecoTurf's cushioned tennis surface. DecoTurf was first selected in 1987, marking this as the 20th consecutive year that DecoTurf has been selected as the tennis court surface of choice by the esteemed facility. "DecoTurf is proud to be the Official Court Surface of the Indianapolis Tennis Championship" said John Graham, DecoTurf's managing director. DecoTurf, the Official Court Surface of World Team Tennis, is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. DecoTurf's multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the US Open since 1978, the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast, and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call ### July, 2007
Andover, MA – The home courts of the 11 World Team Tennis (WTT) teams will once again sport the colorful look and competitive feel of DecoTurf when the 2007 WTT Professional League season opens this month. The play will be on specially designed, multi-colored courts featuring the DecoTurf tennis court system created exclusively for the WTT. DecoTurf, the Official Court Surface of World Team Tennis, is the most recognized tennis court surface in the world. The unique, WTT multicolored court design is a calico pattern that features a patchwork of colors including blue, green, brown and maroon. ”DecoTurf is proud to be the Official Court Surface of the WTT. The unique surfaces we have created for WTT are an exciting combination of a vibrant colors and the most consistent competitive tennis surface in the industry.” said John Graham, DecoTurf’s managing director. DecoTurf’s multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the US Open since 1978, the 2008 Beijing Olympics, the 2004 Athens Olympic Games, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast, and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play, true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information on DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com Media Contact: ### July, 2007
Andover, MA – DecoTurf, the most recognized tennis surface in the world, announced that their 100% acrylic tennis surface DecoColor, has been selected for the 2007 Fed Cup semifinal to be held on July 14-15, at the Stadium at Topnotch in Stowe, Vermont. # # # May, 2007
ANDOVER, MA, – DecoTurf, the most recognized tennis court surface in the world will be the surface for The Champions Cup – Athens, a new International Champions Series tennis tournament to played this weekend. The Olympic Tennis Centre in Athens will host the tournament which is the first ever international event on the champions’ tennis circuit co-founded by Hall of Famer Jim Courier. DecoTurf’s full cushioned tennis surface was also selected for the 2004 Olympic Games in Athens. In addition to the 2004 Olympics, DecoTurf’s multi-layer cushion tennis surface has been selected for use at the world's most prestigious events including the US Open since 1978, the Porsche Tennis Grand Prix, Davis Cup and Fed Cup matches, and at many of the finest facilities around the world. All DecoTurf courts have been classified by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) in each of the three speed of play categories, slow, medium/medium fast and fast. DecoTurf has authorized applicators around the globe that are trained to install the surface that is known for its consistent speed of play and true ball bounce, durability, low maintenance, vibrant long lasting colors, and overall customer value. For more information about DecoTurf visit www.decoturf.com or call 1-978-623-9980. ### March, 2007
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