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KOLD-DRAFT® Names Frank M. Pierce III Vice President of Manufacturing

KOLD-DRAFT Commercial Ice Machines annouced Frank M.Pierce III is the new Vice President of Manufacturing

May 27, 2010—KOLD-DRAFT®, a leader in the manufacture of high quality, innovative ice making and bagging machines, announces the appointment of Frank M. Pierce as Vice President of Manufacturing. He will be responsible for all manufacturing, distribution, and purchasing.

Frank brings extensive manufacturing and operations experience from General Electric, Allied Signal, and private equity involved in the manufacture of industrial drive systems, appliances, consumer electronics, wireless digital products, automotive Tier 1 safety restraint systems, and building products. He has served as the senior operations executive for four public and private companies and has held numerous national and international plant and multi-plant roles in manufacturing.

Frank holds a B.S. in Industrial Engineering and Operations Research from Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University (Virginia Tech) and an M.B.A. from Lynchburg College.

Regarding his joining KOLD-DRAFT, Frank says, “It is exciting to be part of a world-class leadership team focused on the rebirth of an industry leader with innovative products and dedicated people. I look forward to helping make KOLD-DRAFT the customer’s choice in ice making and bagging products.”

About KOLD-DRAFT

Since 1955, KOLD-DRAFT® has been manufacturing ice machines that make the only true “square cube,” utilizing their exclusive “upside-down” horizontal evaporator ice-making system. KOLD-DRAFT machines produce pure, solid, sparkling ice that cools faster, melts slower, and doesn’t distort the taste of beverages. KOLD-DRAFT machines have a long life cycle and a five-year warranty on all parts and labor, making them one of the least expensive to own. For more information, contact KOLD-DRAFT at 1525 East Lake Rd., Erie, PA 16511-1088. Phone: 814-453-6761. Toll free: 800-840-9577. Fax: 814-455-6336. Toll free fax: 800-548-9392. Web: www.kold-draft.com. E-mail: contact@Kold-Draft.com.