KURZ TRANSFER PRODUCTS, L.P. ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF TECHNICAL SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE ON WEST COAST

Charlotte, NC (June 13, 2007) -- KURZ Transfer Products, L.P. (KTP) is pleased to announce the appointment of Anthony (Tony) Furtado to Technical Service Representative.  In his new role, Tony will cover the Western United States and Canada from his base in Northern California.

As technical service representative, and in partnership with KTP's Western U.S. sales team, Furtado assumes a lead position in providing optimal customer service at the local level. Skilled in the effective integration of stamping foils and their application, he will support customer requirements in the areas of products and manufacturing processes. His responsibilities will include application support, training, and product development.  

Area Sales Manager for KTP, Myron Werner, said, "Tony brings more than 17 years of experience in the printing industry, most of those in the area of technical service and press operation. He is well positioned to provide the utmost in technical field service to our valued customers.”   

"With his diverse background in and around the label and converting industry, Tony will quickly establish himself as an integral part of the KURZ team,” Werner added.

Furtado currently resides in Northern California, with his wife and four children.

For more information about the products and services currently offered by KURZ Transfer Products, L.P. call 1-800-950-3645 or visit www.kurzusa.com.

About KURZ Transfer Products, L.P.

KURZ Transfer Products, L.P. is a part of the KURZ Group, the world leader in the foil stamping industry. The company employs 3,000 people worldwide and boasts nine production facilities, 19 international branch offices, and 70 sales offices spanning the globe. KURZ foils are used on a variety of products, including packaging, greeting cards, credit and gift cards, appliances, cosmetics, textiles, furniture, automotive parts, security documents and more. In addition to foils, the company also offers a wide range of other products, including stamping tools and machines.