Move to bolster Northeast Food Service reach Tampa, July 1, 2011: EMI Industries, LLC announced today that it has acquired Marlo Manufacturing a 40 year old leading manufacturer of high quality custom stainless steel products for the food service industry located in Boonton, New Jersey. Marlo Manufacturing will function as a division.

EMI currently has a strong presence in the Northeast with a facility in Cranston, Rhode Island. “This acquisition supports our long term strategic plan for growth, and ultimately supports our objective to bring a competitive advantage to our customers. Marlo has an outstanding reputation for quality and performance. This reputation is directly attributable to their employees. They are a tremendous asset. We believe our combined entities will be a very formidable player in this marketplace,” said Alan Harvill, President/CEO, EMI Industries.

“This is a great time to be a Marlo customer, as they will benefit from all the value-added solutions EMI brings to the market.” commented Paul Tommasi, Vice President of Sales for Marlo Manufacturing.

EMI has a large customer base in the Northeast region and New Jersey is an ideal location to compliment service to this area. “We are thrilled to join forces with a large industry player like EMI. It allows us to better serve our current customers.” said Sal Pirruccio, Founding Partner, Marlo Manufacturing.

“We are excited to be part of EMI for their manufacturing expertise and process efficiency.” said Dino Tommasi, Founding Partner, Marlo Manufacturing. “The two companies are similarly aligned on customization and innovation in fabrication, as well as being focused on the customer.”

ABOUT EMI INDUSTRIES
EMI Industries is a leading provider of custom point-of-sale and food handling equipment for the Food Retailing Industry. EMI’s business strategy is to be the premier provider of high quality built-to-order products that utilize an innovative design, quick turnaround manufacturing, and superior customer service. EMI distributes throughout North America, South America, and Central America. More information is available at www.emiindustries.com.

Company expands to serve Midwest and Southwest Markets

Tampa, May 4, 2011: EMI Industries announced today that it will open a manufacturing facility and sales office in Arlington, Texas.

“This new facility will compliment EMI’s growth strategy by serving our customers in a geographic proximity to their current business base. For our customers east of the Mississippi, this expansion gives EMI broader purchasing power and increases our capabilities. It’s a win for everyone.” boasts Alan Harvill, CEO of EMI Industries.

The 66,000 sq ft millwork and architectural woodworking facility will house state of the art CAD/CAM and CNC equipment. Additional capabilities include staining, painting and custom moulding. This new facility will serve EMI’s core food retailers and the general retailing environments. Leading the efforts in Arlington, will be retail industry veteran, L. Keith Grant, as Vice President/General Manager.

ABOUT EMI INDUSTRIES
EMI Industries is a leading provider of custom point-of-sale and food handling equipment for the Food Retailing Industry. EMI’s business strategy is to be the premier provider of high quality built-to-order products that utilize an innovative design, quick turnaround manufacturing, and superior customer service. EMI distributes throughout North America, South America, and Central America. More information is available at www.emiindustries.com.

L. Keith Grant to head office in Texas.

Tampa, May 10, 2011: EMI today announced the hiring of L. Keith Grant as General Manager of the new facility in Arlington, Texas. This location is part of EMI’s expansion plan to the Midwest and Southwest.

Keith was the former President of MEI, (Merchandising Equipment, Inc, Atlanta) best known for his fixture and merchandising solutions for the build and rollout work of large retailers and designer shops, such as Saks, Inc., Macy’s, Polo Ralph Lauren, and Clinique.

“Keith is a pioneer in the industry. His 30 plus years of experience incorporates project management, engineering, sales and operational management skills. That blend of experience lends itself to great leadership and a solid knowledge base of the strengths EMI brings to the table for retailers. We look to his breadth of relationships and his hard work ethic to help EMI continue the move west," said Alan Harvill, Chief Executive Officer of EMI Industries.

“Keith is a welcome addition to EMI’s management team,” added Eric Johnson, VP, Sales and Marketing. “Given his extensive expertise in the retail fixture market, he will add depth and dimension to the solutions we provide to our expanding customer base.”

"Having been in the store fixture industry for 30 years, I have seen many industry changes and many companies come and go. EMI has proven to me that the attention to customer service along with top notch personnel and facilities will keep us at the top of this industry for many years to come.” Grant noted.

ABOUT EMI INDUSTRIES

EMI Industries is a leading provider of custom point-of-sale fixtures and food handling equipment for the Retailing Industry. EMI’s business strategy is to be the premier provider of high quality built-to-order products that utilize an innovative design, quick turnaround manufacturing, and superior customer service. EMI distributes throughout North America, South America, and Central America. More information is available at http://www.emiindustries.com

WASHINGTON D.C., June 8, 2009 -- EMI Industries has been selected for the 2009 Best of Tampa Award in the Food Products Machinery category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).

The USCA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

"EMI is extremely pleased to be recognized by this national organization," said Marny Bowman, Marketing Specialist for EMI.  "We have long been known to produce only the best quality products in the Food Retailing and Food Service Industries.  This important acknowledgment validates our many years of hard work." 

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2009 USCA Award Program focused on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USCA and data provided by third parties.

About EMI Industries:

EMI Industries is an award-winning manufacturer of standard to fully customized store fixtures and retail displays such as check stands, cabinetry, pharmacy fixtures, industrial equipment, institutional displays and stainless steel front and back-end equipment specifically created for the Food Service, Institutional, Restaurant, Grocery and Convenience Store Industries.  Continually at the forefront of the industry in manufacturing technology and product quality, EMI's 4 locations provide a convenient regional source for wood and metal products for some of the largest and most respected retailers in the industry.  Visit www.emiindustries.com for more.

About U.S. Commerce Association (USCA)

U.S. Commerce Association (USCA) is a Washington D.C. based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. The purpose of USCA is to promote local business through public relations, marketing and advertising.  The USCA was established to recognize the best of local businesses in their community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations, chambers of commerce and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.

Alpharetta, GA and Cranston, RI, July 8, 2009 - Sean Morris of EMI's Alpharetta, GA location and Bill Johnson of its Cranston, RI facility each earned their LEED AP certification from the U.S. Green Building Council last month.  These gentlemen join previously-certified VP of Operations John Blattel, of the Tampa Bay, FL facilities, to earn this designation.  EMI now boasts LEED AP's on site at all its manufacturing facilities.

As the number of LEED projects within the Grocery, Convenience and Food Service Industries grows, so has EMI's commitment to meet their customers changing needs, according to EMI President and CEO Alan Harvill.  "Now, when a client is designing a LEED certified project, our accredited professionals can design and manufacture the interior fixtures to help earn that certification.  It offers tremendous value and expertise," says Harvill. 

"I am immensely proud of their achievement," Harvill continues.  "Through the leadership demonstrated by employees such as these, EMI is at the forefront of our industry in sustainable building practices, and this is just the latest example.  I know of very few companies in our industry who even have LEED AP's on staff, let alone at every manufacturing location like we do."

LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Professional Accreditation recognizes professionals who have acquired a thorough understanding of green building practices, principles and the LEED Rating System, and have demonstrated the ability to successfully steward the LEED certification process for Green building projects. 

About EMI Industries:

EMI Industries is an award-winning manufacturer of standard to fully customized store fixtures and retail displays such as check stands, cabinetry, pharmacy fixtures, industrial equipment, institutional displays and stainless steel front and back-end equipment specifically created for the Food Service, Institutional, Grocery and Convenience Store Industries.  Continually at the forefront of the industry in manufacturing technology and product quality, EMI's 4 locations provide a convenient regional source for wood and metal products for some of the largest and most respected retailers in the industry. 

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U.S. Local Business Association's Award Honors Achievement         

WASHINGTON D.C., November 20, 2008 --Edwards Manufacturing, Inc. has been selected for the 2008 Best of Tampa Award in the Manufacturers category by the U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA).

The USLBA "Best of Local Business" Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USLBA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2008 USLBA Award Program focused on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USLBA and data provided by third parties.

About U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA)

U.S. Local Business Association (USLBA) is a Washington D.C. based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. The purpose of USLBA is to promote local business through public relations, marketing and advertising.

The USLBA was established to recognize the best of local businesses in their community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations, chambers of commerce and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.

SOURCE: U.S. Local Business Association

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EMI Industries Unveils Redesigned Website with More Features, Expanded Content and Blog

The bold, freshly designed site (www.emiindustries.com) provides uncomplicated navigation and easy to read content.  One of the main features of the new web site will be a blog that will constantly update its members of the latest industry trends and news.
The site also provides information on the custom wood and stainless steel products, press news, company information and constant updates of the company's project portfolio. This will show present and future customers of what EMI Industries is capable of manufacturing, as far as custom store fixtures and retail displays.

About EMI Industries

EMI Industries provides a full line of Store Fixtures and Retail Displays such as restaurant equipment, supermarket equipment, convenience store fixtures, pharmacy fixtures, industrial equipment and institutional displays. With our stainless, aluminum, wood and plastic custom fabrication capabilities, we are a one stop shop for finding the perfect store fixtures. Our diverse retail displays, varies from display cases, stainless steel sinks, cafeteria serving lines, dish tables, pot sinks, chef counters, and serving counters exclusively for the restaurant equipment dealers. We also provide pharmacies with customer service counters and backroom equipment for the supermarkets and convenience stores.

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EMI Launches E-MI Mail: An Informative Monthly Newsletter for the Food Service Industry 

EMI Launches E-MI Mail: An Informative Monthly Newsletter for the Food Service Industry

Tampa, Florida, October 10, 2007- EMI Industries teamed up with Silverpop, "a leading provider of permission-based email marketing solutions, strategy and services," (Silverpop.com) to provide customers and prospects with electronic monthly newsletters featuring informative industry news and information. Written by industry experts, EMI intends to make customers aware of new products, industry trends and services.

Individuals are asked to sign up at no cost, to a monthly "E-MI Mail" newsletter featuring topics like, "Stainless Steel: Can You Tell the Difference," or "Wood Versus Stainless Cabinets." Customers and prospects who did not receive E-MI Mail can go to EMI Industries website www.emiindustries.com , click on our E-MI Mail logo on our home page, read the first informative article, and sign up to receive future industry related news-worthy articles. The customer or prospect can also sign up to receive emails on other compelling topics such as new products/services, new materials and engineering/manufacturing techniques, and/or design trends, to name a few. Customers can even "weigh in" on suggested changes to the list of topics. E-MI Mail is an industry first in terms of allowing customers and prospects of custom food retail fixtures to "self segment" themselves and receive emails that pertain to their unique interests only, on a permission basis. No other custom manufacturer in this industry appears to have this proven implementation of "1-to-1" digital, direct marketing.

For additional information on E-MI Mail contact Eric Johnson, VP of Sales and Marketing at ejohnson@emiindustries.com or call 813-626-3166. Individuals can also visit www.emiindustries.com, and go to the contact page, where they can send a question or comment.

ABOUT: EMI Industries is a custom product development company that provides a full line of equipment from the backroom to the store front of supermarkets, convenience stores, restaurants, and drug chains. EMI distributes throughout the world. With five manufacturing facilities and years of industry experience, EMI is uniquely poised to serve your entire fixture and equipment needs.

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