Mr. DePrator has worked for MAI as a Process Engineer since 1999. In his new role, Mr. DePrator will oversee the entire manufacturing process for our compression-molded and injection-molded magnet product lines. He will be involved in the installation of new equipment, capital improvement projects, quality initiatives and the management of all production-related personnel. Mr. DePrator holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Plastics Engineering from The Pennsylvania State University.

“Jerry’s in-depth knowledge of our customers, products and production capabilities is impressive and will allow us to streamline our production process to satisfy the timelines required by our clients,” stated Dr. Pete Lipetzky, PhD, Magnet Applications’ General Manager. “As our Production Manager, he has guided our shop in a positive manner and our customers have noticed a difference. The ability of our plant to meet changing production needs has been vital to our recent growth.”

For over the last eight years, Ms. Pandullo has served in various Quality Control roles within metals and wind energy industries. She is a senior member of the American Society for Quality (ASQ) and is an ASQ Certified Quality Auditor. Ms. Pandullo has been trained on ISO 9001 & 14000 and has received auditor training in both categories. In her role as Quality Engineer, she will be responsible for the ISO certified quality system, be involved in operations, product development, and continuous improvement with specific responsibility for the Quality Management System program. Ms. Pandullo holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering from The Pennsylvania State University.

Mr. Benden will be responsible for preparing quotes, designing magnetic circuits and working with customers on small motor assembly projects. Prior to joining MAI, he worked in several electrical engineering and magnetic components roles. Mr. Benden has a Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from The Pennsylvania State University.

“The demand for our products has risen dramatically over the last 18 months,” stated Lipetzky. “Our magnets and related products are custom built for applications in industries ranging from defense, energy, automotive, telecommunications, and medical to basic manufacturing… more than people realize. Janice and Joe will help us meet the high standards our customers need.”

Magnet Applications™ is a leader in the manufacturing and distribution of bonded and injection molded magnets and assemblies. Magnet Applications has manufacturing plants at Dubois, PA in the United States of America and Berkhamsted in the United Kingdom. Magnet Applications has been supplying industry throughout the world for over 40 years with our expertise covering the complete range of permanent magnet materials. Bunting® is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment.

For more information on Magnet Applications™; call (814) 375-9145 or visit online at www.magnetapplications.com. For more information on Bunting® Magnetics Co., call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 316-284-2020; or visit our web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

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“Beginning in 2010 and continuing this year, we have seen a large increase in sales. This has created a need for additional talent to help balance our workload,” stated Marvin Angleton, Bunting® Manager, Technical Services and Quality. “It is great to have such a strong local University program to recruit from because Wichita State gets its’ graduates trained on the type of programs that we use at our location. Matthew, Cory and Brandon will be key in letting us level set our operations going forward.”

All three additions received their Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering in May 2011. Mr. Mason, who also earned a Minor in Mathematics, worked at the National Institute for Aviation Research in Wichita, Kansas as a Technician. He focused on the creation of carbon fiber parts and materials for use in business jets. While at WSU, Mr. Mason participated in the Emory Lindquist Honors Program which provides unique and innovative opportunities for academically exceptional students.

Mr. Dreiling, who was a prestigious Wallace Scholar at WSU, brings a strong background in programming and 3D modeling to Bunting®. He previously served as a Draftsman at Kelly Manufacturing Company in Wichita where he designed parts and assemblies. Mr. Dreiling has used AutoCAD, Solid Edge and CATIA programming tools extensively.

Mr. Bousquet, who was on the Dean’s List at WSU, worked on several major design projects at the University. These initiatives included creating a new cabin entry system for small aircraft and a log-splitting machine for the timber industry. He has vast experience with LabVIEW, CATIA and MATLAB programming software and has been trained in Six Sigma Engineering processes.

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment. For more information, write Bunting® Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, P.O. Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468, USA; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com. Visit Bunting’s Web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

“Pete brings an incredible mix of technical expertise and operational experience to this role,” Bunting said. “That is critical at Magnet Applications because of the complex designs that we get involved in with our customers. The highly technical magnets we create using our compression bonding and injection moulding capabilities demand knowledge and precision. Pete will bring that mindset to this role.”

Dr. Lipetzky has a deep background within the industrial and educational sectors for metallurgy and other material science-based applications. He holds an impressive range of academic degrees which includes a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Materials Science and Engineering/Applied Physics from Brown University. He also holds Master of Science degrees in both Mechanical Engineering and Applied Mathematics, also from Brown University. He graduated Summa Cum Laude from Montana State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering and holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the Katz Business Program at the University of Pittsburgh.

Previously, Dr. Lipetzky served as a Professor of Mechanical and Materials Engineering at Pennsylvania State University, Rensselear Polytechnic Institute and the Technical University of Vienna. Prior to joining Magnet Applications, he served as the Director of Technology and Interim General Manager for ATI Powder Metals located in Pittsburgh, PA.

“Magnet Applications is able to offer our customers many different types of products and solutions” stated Lipetzky. “Our magnets and related products are custom built for applications in industries ranging from defense, energy, automotive, telecommunications, and medical to basic manufacturing… more than people realize. Life as we see it today would change drastically without magnets.”

Magnet Applications™ is a leader in the manufacturing and distribution of bonded magnets and assemblies. Magnet Applications has manufacturing plants at Dubois, PA in the United States of America and Berkhamsted in the United Kingdom. Magnet Applications has been supplying industry throughout the world for over 40 years with our expertise covering the complete range of permanent magnet materials. Bunting® is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment.

For more information on Magnet Applications™; call (814) 375-9145 in the USA and +44 (0) 1442 875081 in the UK or visit online at www.magnetapplications.com. For more information on Bunting® Magnetics Co., call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 316-284-2020; or visit our web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

“Jana will strengthen our company in many ways,” stated Robert J. Bunting, the company’s owner and Chief Executive Officer. “First, her financial acumen is ideal for us as we continue to grow and expand internationally. Second, she has a wide range of experience from strategic planning to human resource and information technology management which will be instrumental for us in the next few years. Finally, she has the ability to identify and implement solutions which will help us operate more efficiently.”

Ms. Davis has over 19 years of experience in business and financial management in the aerospace, printing, media and manufacturing industries. Davis graduated from Wichita State University as a Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Business Administration and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology. She is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and a Certified Management Accountant (CMA). Previously, Ms. Davis was the CFO for McCormick-Armstrong, a printing company, located in Wichita, Kansas.

“I am excited about joining Bunting®,” Davis said. “The strategic approach they take in planning the company’s direction is an area that caught my focus. I think that the industries that we serve and the products we offer are a perfect combination for sustained and aggressive growth over the next 10-20 years.”

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment. MAGL is a United Kingdom-based manufacturer of Permanent Magnets and Magnetic Assemblies and has been supplying industry for over 40 years.

For more information, write Bunting® Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Road, Newton, KS 67114-0468, USA; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 316-284-2020; or send an e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com. Visit Bunting’s Web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

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“Since the establishment of our new location in Europe, the level of sales activity has increased rapidly,” Robert J. Bunting, the company’s owner and Chief Executive Officer said. “Simon has worked previously for our Magnet Applications™ Limited subsidiary and will enable us to meet this higher demand quickly and efficiently. We have aggressive strategic plans to expand the capabilities of this site and feel that Simon’s manufacturing and planning skills will help us achieve these goals as well.”

Simon spent ten years with Magnet Applications™ in a variety of roles. This included time as the Production Manager, Planning and Resource Manager and Supply Chain Manager. Simon introduced several processing improvements such as reducing material scrap rates and refining the purchasing and material management techniques of the company. Simon has been involved in the manufacturing sector for over 25 years including experience in the aerospace and automotive industries. Prior to joining Bunting® Magnetics Europe, Simon spent two years as the Operations Manager at The Fine Group, a bespoke textile engineering firm, which is located in Wembley, United Kingdom.

In his sales role, Steve will initially focus on serving as the main inside sales contact for the company. Steve will assist Gareth Meese, our Export Sales Manager, in researching and securing new business throughout the region. Steve will be instrumental in the management of our network of distributors and coordinating any customer visits. Steve has held a variety of sales leadership roles within the consumer products, manufacturing and transportation industries. Steve holds degrees from both Bearwood and Willesden College.

“Steve has the type of business development background which we feel will have a quick impact in helping us reach a new level of sales in Europe,” stated Meese. “The increased amount of sales activity which we have experienced necessitates a dedicated person in our main office to handle customer inquiries. Steve will help that process proceed quickly and smoothly.”

Bunting® is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment. Magnet Applications™ is a leader in the manufacturing and distribution of bonded magnets and assemblies.

For more information on Bunting® Magnetics Co., call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 316-284-2020; or visit our web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. For more information on Magnet Applications™; call +44 (0) 1442 875081 or visit online at www.magnetapplicatons.com.

NEWTON — If you think magnets are just for sticking report cards to the refrigerator, think again. Magnets have a surprising number of industrial applications, and Bunting Magnetics is using them to build a prosperous future.

Owner Bob Bunting said the company’s sales so far this year are up about 30 percent over last year.

Exports are one of the keys to its growth. The Newton company is one of the finalists for the Governor’s Exporter of the Year award.

Bunting bought an English company, Magnet Applications Group, in 2008 to expand its product and geographic range.

About 120 of the company’s 190 employees work at two facilities in Newton. The rest are plants in the Chicago area; DuBois, Pa.; and Berkhamsted, England.

Bunting brought in consultant Clem Ast, founder of Legasus Group, to help the company’s leadership fine-tune its strategy for growth.

Ast said Bunting is moving aggressively, but thoughtfully.

“They’re in a unique niche and extremely good at what they do,” he said.

Industrial applications

The magnet products made in Newton all have industrial applications.

Magnets often are used to pull metal fragments out of product streams, be they recycled plastic, textiles or ground beef. For instance, powerful magnets can be built into the rollers used in conveyor belts.

The Newton plant uses both traditional magnets and the more expensive, more powerful ones made of exotic metals called rare earths.

The company makes and sells all kind of magnets for general use from its Chicago-area facility. They are available at buymagnets.com.

Magnets, of course, only pull out iron and steel, but the company builds a range of metal detectors that shunt off non-ferrous metal scraps from product streams.

Its fastest-growing market is for equipment to pull any metal in streams of industrial plastic waste recycling.

“We love plastic,” Bunting said.

It also builds the magnetic cylinders used to hold metal plates on certain kinds of printing presses, the kind that print directly onto aluminum pop and beer cans.

“You probably can’t get a two-piece can that didn’t get printed using magnetic printing cylinder, and Bunting does most of those,” Bunting said.

The company makes a wide variety of products in relatively small batches and routinely customizes them. That means the company doesn’t really have a production line. The factory has some stand-alone stations, where skilled workers build nearly the entire product, and there are common operations, such as the paint shop and shipping.

“We’re really more of a job shop,” Bunting said.

In the family

The company was founded by Bob Bunting’s father, Walter Bunting, in 1959 in Chicago.

After moving the company four times in the Chicago area, Walter Bunting started looking for a new site with plenty of land.

“We had a house in Lake of the Ozarks, so Newton wasn’t that big of a stretch,” he said. “We bought 7 acres of land. Newton has been a pretty good location for us.”

The plant now has two building on 101 acres.

Bob Bunting has worked at the company since the 1960s, worked full-time since 1973 and as president since 1993. He has done pretty much every job in the company, but his strength is sales, he said.

“My parents didn’t take long to figure out that Bob didn’t belong in the shop,” he said. “I love going out in the shop, but I haven’t worked there since I was 20 years old.”

His son, Robert Bunting, is a salesman for the company based in Chicago.

Having a son come into the business is a source of great pride for Bob Bunting. A sign bearing a photo of Walter on one side and Bob and Robert together on the other side hangs above the factory floor.

“It’s hard enough to make it to three generations,” Bob Bunting said, laughing. “I don’t have any control over the fourth generation. That’s up to him.”

Export growth

Bunting said the future looks bright. His staff is working at its limit, and he has hired eight to 10 people this year.

The plant in England is now starting to make traditional Bunting products for the European market. It’s gotten orders from Russia, Italy, France and Germany.

Exports make up about 15 percent of the company’s sales, he said.

Bunting said he also looked at outsourcing some production to China, the source of the company’s rare earths. He already has a sales office in Ningbo, near Shanghai.

“Last year, I would have said yes,” to adding production in China, he said. “But this year, the answer is no, because of rising costs.”

China is just not that cheap anymore, he said. For example, a load of rare earths that cost $86,000 in December cost $220,000 in May.

But the Newton-based company continues to thrive in its niche, seeking new products and new countries for its magnets. He is looking for acquisitions, although he has to be careful, he said.

So far, he said, the company has hit a pretty good groove.

“We’re seeing good growth,” Bunting said. “This is our best year, by far.”

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“First of all, when it comes to detecting contaminants in food products, sensitivity is the key,” stated Rod Henricks, Bunting® Product Manager – Metal Detection. “The Meatline is unrivaled in providing the highest possible sensitivity with little interference. It features the latest technology and software and easily handles any product in a paste form.”

The Meatline 05 0 features a reject mechanism which can be taken apart in a few easy steps without the need for tools. All components are linked together with a chain so they cannot get lost. After cleaning, everything easily fits together again.

“The reject mechanism is the game changer for food processors, “Henricks said. “Cleanups are a breeze which is critical to keep a production line moving. Also, you can’t lose any of the parts. Since they are linked to each other, it is simple to reassemble.”

The Meatline fits all commercial vacuum fillers. It is pressure washer safe and has a stable frame with lockable casters. The Meatline allows for easy and fast operation through a Touch Screen Display which has a self-explanatory menu structure. The Meatline 05 0 will give you the best performance even in case of pronounced product effect thanks to a powerful signal processor with a large dynamic range and precise product effect filtering (Dynamic Product Control). All components are made of stainless steel or food-safe plastic. It features a responsive, powerful and permanently maintenance-free pneumatic drive for a long lifespan.

To see photographs, dimensional drawings, and specifications for the Bunting® Meatline 05 0 and other Bunting® Magnetic Metal Separators and All-Metal Detector-Separators, visit the company’s Web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. For more information, write Bunting® Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Road, PO Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468; call 1-800-835-2526 (U.S. & Canada) or 1-316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com.

“We began this program in 2000 to support the aspirations of our employee’s families,” stated Robert J. Bunting, Sr., President of Bunting®. “Our goal is to continually improve and strengthen it. My parents, for whom these scholarships are named, were very close to their employees and valued their hard work and dedication. So, this program is something that is very close to my heart.”

2011-2012 Walter F. Bunting Scholarship Winners

Name
Jordan D. Brown – Wichita State University (Wichita, KS)
Cody R. Flashman – University of Indiana (Bloomington, IN)
Gage W. McNolty – Wichita State University (Wichita, KS)
Derek S. Moore – Johnson County Community College (Overland Park, KS)
Guy M. Moreland – Friends University (Wichita, KS)
Dustin P. Rowe – University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS)
Marc A. Suderman – Maranatha Baptist Bible College (Watertown, WI)
Jonathan M. Wilks – University of Tampa (Tampa, FL)

2011-2012 June A. Bunting Scholarship Winners

Name
Neal I. Andrews – Cowley County Community College (Arkansas City, KS)
Taylor N. Brown – Wichita State University (Wichita, KS)
Corey M. Buller – Wichita State University (Wichita, KS)
Dane T. Moore – Kansas State University (Manhattan, KS)
Brianne C. Moreland – Hutchinson Community College (Hutchinson, KS)
Cristyn T. Rowe – University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS)
Jennifer L. Van Horn – Bethel College (Newton, KS)
Samantha L. Wesoly – University of Connecticut (Storrs, CT)

Since 2000, Bunting® has awarded 103 scholarships totaling nearly $45,000 in recognition of the founders of the company. Each student must complete a written report to qualify for the scholarship.

On August 3, 1959, Walter and June Bunting founded Bunting® Magnetics Co. in Chicago, Illinois. The original location, on Chicago’s north side, was a 500 square foot office on Fullerton Avenue. The company started as a stocking distributor for cast Alnico magnets and small ceramic magnet assemblies designed for industrial use.

For over 50 years, Bunting® has established itself as an industry-leading manufacturer in several product lines. From those humble beginnings, the company, headquartered in Newton, KS, has expanded to seven major locations including our Flexible Die Division in Newton, KS, our Magnet Materials Division in Elk Grove Village, Illinois; our Magnet Applications Limited (MAL) manufacturing operation in Berkhamsted, England, Magnet Application, Inc facility in Dubois, Pennsylvania, our purchasing office for Bunting China located in Ningbo, China and our official licensee in Boronia Victoria, Australia, Alpha Magnetics Pty Ltd.

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a privately owned company located at 500 South Spencer Road, Newton, Kansas, USA 67114-0468. For more information on Bunting Magnetics Co. in the U.S. and Canada, call 800-835-2526. Outside the U.S. and Canada call 316-284-2020. Or visit our website at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

“We are experiencing a large increase in sales and as a result needed additional talent to help balance our workload,” stated Barry Voorhees, General Manager for Bunting’s main production facility. “We anticipate this growth continuing throughout the first half of 2011 and we will be adding more headcount in our Technical Services Department soon. Both Matt and Kenton will be instrumental in streamlining our operations going forward.”

Mr. Anderson will handle the overall workflow of active orders between our Technical Services group and the plant floor operations. Matt has several years of experience in sheet metal fabrication and shop floor planning along with previous experience in CAD/CAM systems, job routing and tooling design. In the past, Matt has designed and engineered new products for Weckworth Manufacturing in Haysville, Kansas and Hehr International in Newton, Kansas.

Mr. Stumps holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from Wichita State University. Kenton has experience in the aerospace, construction and manufacturing sectors. He has a deep background in Catia V5, Solid Works and AutoCad software programs.

“Kenton is a valuable addition to our engineering team,” stated Marvin Angleton, Bunting® Manager, Technical Services and Quality. “He brings with him a solid foundation in mechanical design for industry and complemented by his education will make a positive impact for us. We have experienced a large jump in demand of our conveyors over the last seven months and Kenton’s skills will help us continue our growth in this product line.”

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment. For more information, write Bunting® Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, P.O. Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468, USA; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com. Visit Bunting’s Web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

“Our history of creating the highest quality products in the industry has now been extended to include Eddy Current Separators,” stated Robert J. Bunting, the company’s owner and Chief Executive Officer. “This addition to our product offering gives us the ability to provide complete systems for recycling operations around the world. Beginning with our powerful magnetic separation equipment, Bunting® now offers a diverse lineup that includes magnets, metal detectors, conveyors, magnetic pulleys and more. From start to finish, we can help our customers achieve a high rate of recovery for recycled material and protect their processing equipment as well.”

Superior Engineering

The Bunting® ECS core is designed to provide a high level of gauss intensity to enhance separation on a wide range of nonferrous materials and part sizes. It is protected with the tough urethane belt and a carbon fiber epoxy shell. From aluminum cans to kitchen pots and pans, our ECS units do an excellent job of throw and separation.

“Our clean, low profile streamlined design has been crafted by using advanced magnetic finite element design software to optimize the gauss flux density in the working area above the belt,” Don Suderman, Bunting® Product Manager for Material Handling said. “The combination of a powerful rotor and compact design optimizes the eddy current forces, separation efficiency and product throw.”

Our ECS attains a high recovery rate and provides our customers with cleaner materials, which is the bottom line result everyone is seeking. Also, the eccentric core is designed to be rotated to provide the most effective amount of product throw based on the material and application being used.

“Our Eddy Current Separator is ideal for multiple recycling industries,” stated Suderman. “This includes plastics, glass, e-Scrap, mixed metals, incineration and auto shredding. For municipal solid waste operations, the ECS can reach a 97% recovery rates of aluminum cans from co-mingled recyclables.”

Maintenance Friendly

One of the key design features of the Bunting® Eddy Current Separator is how easy it is to maintain. Our efficient design includes a drop down side panel which can easily be lowered by one person for a quick and easy belt change. In fact, only one tool is required to loosen the belt, drop the side panel, replace the belt, re-track the belt and be back up and running in minutes!

The rubber lagged inverter duty motorized drive pulley at the in-feed provides for exceptional driving force, variable speed drive and a clean out-of-the-way design. It is easy to work on when needed and it provides a variable 100 to 300 fpm belt speed to maximize your separation. The ECS drive comes complete with two variable frequency drives (VFD) to program the ramp up of starting the machine.

Built to Last

The ECS unit has the highest quality urethane endless belt with 1 ½” urethane flexwall and three (3) sweeper cleats to help kick off ferrous contamination. In addition to the flexwall, the ECS has a secondary brush seal outside the flexwall which serves as a double seal of protection to prevent material from getting inside the conveyor frame.

Bunting® ECS units are available in 24”, 36”, 48” and 60” widths and 96” long. The 24” wide may be common in the Glass Recycling industry and the other three sizes in Municipal, Plastic, E-Scrap and Metal Recycling Industries depending on the capacity requirement.

Splitter Box

Our Splitter Box features adjustable side closures and an adjustable divider vane. This allows you to control the direction of your product flow. There are side extenders on the Splitter Box to widen the range of it. These items can be custom built to accommodate any height requirement.

For more information on the Eddy Current Separator, visit www.eddycurrentseparation.com. For information on the rest of Bunting’s extensive line of magnetic separation, material handling and metal detection equipment, visit the company’s web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. Or write Bunting Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Road, PO Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 1-316-284-2020; e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com.

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“We have participated in this award process in the past and are honored to be considered a finalist this year,” stated Robert J. Bunting, the company’s owner and Chief Executive Officer. “We feel that we have a strong strategic focus on growing international sales and look forward to sharing our accomplishments and goals with the Kansas International Trade Coordinating Council (KITCC) in April.”

The five finalists for 2011 are:

Bio-Microbics – Shawnee, Kansas Bunting Magnetics, Newton, Kansas ICE Corp, Manhattan, Kansas KASA Controls, Salina, Kansas Premier Pneumatics, Salina, Kansas

The five finalists will make presentations to the KITCC at the Topeka and Shawnee County Library on Wednesday. April 20th. After all the presentations are given, the KITCC votes to choose this year’s award recipient. The 2011 recipient of the award will be announced by Kansas Governor Sam Brownback on Wednesday, June 29th at Butler County Community College in El Dorado, Kansas.

For more information on Bunting® Magnetics Co., call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 316-284-2020; or visit our web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. # # #

Bunting® Magnetics has launched a brand new website, www.BuyMagnets.com, to make buying magnets online quicker, simpler and better. BuyMagnets.com features a streamlined purchasing process, live status on orders, instant updates on available inventory, 24/7 access to place orders and an expanded offering of magnet products.

“We want to strive to become the one source for magnets online,” stated Don Lindstrom, General Manager for Magnet Materials at Bunting®. “The functionality of BuyMagnets.com allows us to provide a great customer experience that rivals those of large retailers. There are very few clicks of the mouse required before your order is complete. We feel strongly that this is the best web site in the world to purchase magnets!”

BuyMagnets.com gives Bunting® customers the ability to receive instant confirmation that their order has been processed. Customers get live updates on when the order is packed and ready for shipment and when it will be delivered. Most orders placed on www.BuyMagnets.com ship within 24 hours of the order being placed. Within the Your Account feature, customers can store multiple payment methods, shipping addresses and access their complete order history.

BuyMagnets.com offers our customers the largest selection of permanent magnets and industrial magnetic equipment in the world. Permanent Magnets and Holding Assemblies in hundreds of shapes and sizes are in our warehouse inventory along with a wide assortment of magnetic tools for work-holding, lifting, and plant maintenance. BuyMagnets.com Stock Magnets meet or exceed Magnetic Materials Producers Association Standards (MMPA) for physical quality and magnetic properties.

For more information, please visit www.BuyMagnets.com or write Bunting Magnetics Co., 1150 Howard Street, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007; call 1-800-232-4359 (US & Canada) or 1-847-593-2060; or send e-mail to info@buymagnets.com.

“At Bunting® Magnetics Co., we take great pride in the craftsmanship of our products. We have an acute attention to detail and a burning desire to produce superior products,” stated Mike Wilks, Bunting® Product Manager for Printing Products. “This focus on detail extends to our rebuild program. We have considerable machining capabilities and over 30 years of experience in making the best cylinders in the world. These skills allow us to rebuild a cylinder to most exacting quality control levels.”

Our technical services include: replacement of cylinder bearers; repair or replacement of damaged magnets; restoration of bent or damaged journals; installation of hardened races and complete refinishing of the surface of the cylinder. As part of the rebuild process, there is an inspection of new parts prior to the cylinder being reassembled. All new bearers are installed to manufacturer’s specifications to ensure proper fit and prevent premature failure. Some rebuild work is limited as cylinders must have enough material on them to permit repairs within the cylinder’s specified tolerance ranges.

Another facet of the Bunting® Rebuild Program is our on-site Plant Audits. These extremely detailed visits include a visual inspection of all cylinders in stock. All surfaces, bearers and journals are inspected for damage or imperfections. We determine the average size of the cylinder diameter in relation to the bearer diameter to allow for gap analysis. This exercise is conducted to .00005 of an inch. Also, we perform a run-out test on all journals, bearers and the body of the cylinder to determine any deviations from specifications. Finally, a full report is provided with all the necessary details including gap. We identify all cylinders that may need repair by serial number.

For more information on our Rebuild program, please visit www.buntingmagnetics.com or write Bunting Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, PO Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 1-316-284-2020; or send e-mail to cylinders@buntingmagnetics.com.

“Marvin brings a diverse background that combines the practical knowledge of managing the daily flow of a shop floor with the strategic ability to anticipate how we can grow and improve our operational capabilities,” stated Barry Voorhees, General Manager for Bunting’s main production facility. “Also, Marvin has worked for Bunting® in the past and is familiar with the mindset in which we manufacture our products. Quality is the first concern and continuing that tradition will be his primary focus.”

Mr. Angleton has over 27 years of manufacturing experience in the aerospace and magnetic material industries. His range of skills spans from working as a Machinist to being the Engineering Manager for a large aerospace firm. Marvin’s training includes Six-Sigma Green Belt certification in quality initiatives, policy development for OHSA regulations and various process improvements involving information technology systems. Mr. Angleton holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and Marketing from Wichita State University and a Masters of Business Administration from Friends University in Wichita, Kansas. In his role, Marvin will direct the Technical Services Department which includes the Design Engineering, Inside Sales, Estimating and Research & Development teams within Bunting®.

As a Metal Detection Service Technician, Mr. Andrews will help manage all new unit startup and commissioning for the Bunting® metal detection product line. This will include troubleshooting and repair in all field service situations including customer audits. Tom will assist in implementing new service contracts as required and provide professional field service and phone support for Bunting® customers.

Tom, a native of Wichita, Kansas, has over 25 years of field service experience in the aerospace and printing products industries. A veteran of the United States Navy, Mr. Andrews has extensive training in Basic Electronics and Digital Electronics and has served as an Instructor at the Wichita Technical Institute in the past.

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment. For more information, write Bunting® Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, P.O. Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468, USA; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com. Visit Bunting’s Web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

“As our Flexible Die orders keep increasing dramatically, we felt it was important to streamline our procedures and maximize our cost effectiveness,” stated Robert J. Bunting, the company’s owner and Chief Executive Officer said. “Ted brings that mindset to our Flexible Die product line. He has been instrumental in introducing several major operational changes to our main manufacturing facility and we felt that expertise would be helpful for us to accommodate the expanding demand for our products.”

Mr. Curran has been with Bunting® since 2000 as a Supervisor in our manufacturing operation and as a Manufacturing Engineer. In addition, Ted has practical hands-on experience as a Machinist at MidWest Industries & Development in McPherson, KS and ABB Raymond in Enterprise, KS. Mr. Curran’s professional background includes training for inventory control, equipment purchasing, product design and routing and value engineering.

Ms. Buchanan is a graduate of The School of the Art Institute of Chicago and holds a Bachelors Degree of Fine Art. Jessica has worked in the printing industry for a couple of years in various design, sales and customer service roles. She also has design and print experience in the music industry. Ryan has over five years of customer service experience within the financial services industry.

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment. For more information, write Bunting® Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, P.O. Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468, USA; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com. Visit Bunting’s Web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

This expansion coincides with the acquisition of Magnet Applications by Bunting®. The acquisition was completed in April, 2008. Magnet Applications was founded in 1955 and currently has manufacturing operations in Berkhamsted, England and Dubois, Pennsylvania USA. Magnet Applications manufactures and distributes a wide variety of technical bonded magnets, precision magnetic assemblies and complementary magnet products.

“This expansion is an extension of our acquisition,” Robert J. Bunting, the company’s owner and Chief Executive Officer said. “Magnet Applications significantly expands Bunting’s product and market scope. They have outstanding market recognition as a premier manufacturer of bonded NdFeB magnets and technical assemblies. Now, by manufacturing Bunting® equipment within the European Union, we will be able to build on the reputation of both companies and offer a fuller range of magnetic technology to the eastern hemisphere.”

In May 2010, as part of this expanded presence in Europe, Gareth Meese was named Export Sales Manager for Magnet Applications Limited (MAL), a division of Bunting®. Meese will have dual responsibilities to oversee and develop sales for the product lines for both Bunting® and MAL.

“Gareth will be vital to our continued strategic focus on the European Union,” stated Bunting. “He is aggressive and focused and will rapidly help us to grow our presence throughout the region. Gareth understands the applications of our products very well and that will translate into letting us solve customer issues quickly.”

Meese’s primary responsibilities will be sales in the United Kingdom, the European Union and the African continent. He is tasked with establishing an extensive network of distributors and engaging original equipment manufacturers (OEM’s) for long-term partnerships. Gareth, who started with MAL in May 2009, will also be instrumental in new product development and developing new distribution channels.

“This is an exciting time to be a part of launching Bunting® Magnetics products into Europe. Our quality is tough to equal and will fill a void in the marketplace,” Meese stated. “Through our efforts, we will be able to quickly build upon the 50 years of experience and history of the company and establish Bunting® as the leader for Magnetic Separation products in the rapidly developing European market.”

Mr. Meese holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from the University of Wales in Cardiff. Gareth has over eight years of sales experience primarily in the financial services, factory automation and industrial equipment industries. Gareth will be based at MAL headquarters in Berkhamsted.

Bunting® is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment. MAL is a leader in the manufacturing and distribution of bonded magnets and assemblies.

For more information on Bunting® Magnetics Co., call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 316-284-2020; or visit our web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. For more information on Magnet Applications Limited; call +44 (0) 1442 875081 or visit online at www.magnetapplicatons.com.

“The Repel™ coating keeps the die very flexible and prevents adhesive or label material from embedding in the cavities of a die,” stated Mike Wilks, Bunting® General Manager for our Flexible Die Division. “It won’t flake off like other coatings do, giving our customers less downtime and better die cuts.”

Repel™ gives Bunting® clients a strong silicone-based layer of protection for many different applications. Many tag and label manufacturers will use different types of foam in the production line to keep material from sticking in the cavity of the flexible dies they are using. The Repel™ coating reduces the need to use foam in some applications and helps manufacturers create a cleaner production environment and reduce their total cost. This coating is also suitable for cold foil applications. It reduces the likelihood that thin foil material will stick in the base of a die. The silicone base of the coating enhances foil release, from the tight fit typical of these applications.

The Repel™ coating gives Bunting® a diverse range of coating options to offer our customers. Bunting® also has available our Diamond and Black Diamond coatings which increase the hardness of our flexible dies to a level not measured by the world-renown Rockwell Scale for Hardness. Our customers have four choices to chose from because our standard process is to 100% chemically nickel harden our dies.

“These coatings allow our flexible dies to run four times longer than ordinary dies,” stated Wilks. “The Diamond and Black Diamond coating process makes our dies highly resistant to cracking and chipping which helps quadruple the life of the die. Combined now with the Repel™ coating, it allows Bunting® to offer our customers the best combination of magnetic die cutting cylinders and flexible dies available.”

Our Diamond branded coating is the perfect choice for die cutting thermal transfer label stock. It makes our dies very resistant to corrosion. Our Black Diamond coating is the ideal choice for reducing die lifting. It increases the performance for small, tight corner die cutting applications including die cutting stamps. The Black Diamond coating creates lower friction which allows a flexible die to be used with aggressive adhesives without gumming up the dies. Thus, it gives a printing operation more flexibility to offer their customers.

For more information on these Flexible Die coatings, please visit www.flexdies.com. For information on the rest of Bunting’s full product line, visit the company’s web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com or write Bunting Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, PO Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 1-316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com.

“Our new design allows for quicker cleaning than our older models and other models on the market,” stated Rick Bigham, Bunting® Product Manager – Magnetic Separation. “Also, other pneumatic inline magnets on the market can experience pressure drops that negatively affect the performance of a production facility. Our unique design is ideal for dilute-phase operations because it maintains product velocity and integrity with no appreciable drop in pressure.”

The new design maintains a 15 psi rating for all types of dilute-phase pneumatic or gravity-flow conveying lines. It also features a one-piece gasket that improves sealing along the production line. This eliminates leaking which other models on the market can experience. Bunting® Center-Flow Magnets are engineered to remove ferrous fines as well as larger pieces of tramp iron from dry particulates. To achieve optimum contact with the product flow, a torpedo-shaped magnet is suspended in the centerline of the housing. This tapered, exposed-pole cartridge has a stainless steel “nose cone” to direct the flow of material around the magnet. The exposed poles provide superior holding force.

In addition, the poles are tapered to provide a static recess area where small metal fines can collect and hide out of the air stream to avoid wipe-off. The trailing end of the magnetic cartridge is an active pole, and any tramp metal that might be swept down will be collected on the “protected” end of the magnetic cartridge. The magnet housing features a hinged cover which opens exposing the magnet. The magnet is removed from the housing and is cleaned by wiping the tramp metal down the cartridge and off the end.

An optional clear sight glass is available which allows the operator to see inside the housing without opening the cover. The Center-Flow Magnet is available with Ceramic or Rare-Earth magnets.

“It can be installed easily in any position or angle with factory supplied compression couplings,” stated Bigham. “This means it can be installed in vertical or horizontal piping. Customers should strongly consider factors such as line size and pressure, product characteristics, and ease of cleaning when selecting placement for these magnets.”

For more information on our new Center-Flow Magnet, please visit www.CenterFlowMagnet.com. For information on the rest of Bunting’s full product line, visit the company’s web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com or write Bunting Magnetics Co., 500 South Spencer Road, PO Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 1-316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com.

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“This is the next evolution for magnetic printing cylinders,” stated Mike Wilks, Bunting® General Manager for our Flexible Die Division. “Our new Magnetic Spiral Cylinder will give our customers the best holding power in the industry. Also, our unique design dramatically reduces the chance that a die will be damaged when being removed from the cylinder.”

The patent-pending spiral layout ensures that a plate will always fall on a magnetic field. When a press operator is pulling the plate off the cylinder, the new Bunting® Spiral Cylinder will release the plate smoothly and avoid any costly kinking of the die. This contrasts to other regular cylinders which typically have a dead zone that can cause a die to snap and crease. With the new Spiral Cylinder, even short dies that are not “full wrap” will always land on a magnetic field.

These cylinders are built to the same exacting tolerances as our X-treme® cylinders. That means they will provide a total run out accuracy below 40 millionths of an inch (1 micron), best in the industry. The Magnetic Spiral Cylinder is built with a Total Indicator Reading (TIR) of +/- 1 micron.

Bunting® uses powerful magnets which lock dies in place so that they do not lift or shift. Our X-treme® cylinders significantly increase die life, reduce false starts and make clean cuts even on 1-mil stock with less than 1-mil liners, on “no-look labels and on synthetics.

For more information on our new revolutionary Magnetic Spiral Cylinders, please visit www.spiralcylinders.com. For information on the rest of Bunting’s full product line, visit the company’s web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com or write Bunting Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, PO Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 1-316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com.

“We are a family-owned company and we want to support the aspirations of our employee’s families,” stated Robert J. Bunting, Sr., President of Bunting®. “My parents, for whom these scholarships are named, were very close to their employees and valued their hard work and dedication. So, this program is something that is very close to my heart.”

2010-2011 Walter F. Bunting Scholarship Winners

Jordan D. Brown – Wichita State University (Wichita, KS)
Travis J. Buller – Friends University (Wichita, KS)
Steven J. Fishman – University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS)
Cody R. Flashman – Ivy Tech Community College (Bloomington, IN)
Derek S. Moore – Johnson County Community College (Overland Park, KS)
Guy M. Moreland – Friends University (Wichita, KS)
Dustin P. Rowe – University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS)
Tyler J. Schmidt – Wichita Area Technical College (Wichita, KS)
Jonathan M. Wilks – University of Tampa (Tampa, FL)
Benjamin R. Van Horn – Hutchinson Community College (Hutchinson, KS)

2010-2011 June A. Bunting Scholarship Winners

Rachel S. Bullen – Carnegie Mellon University (Pittsburgh, PA)
Sarah E. Bullen – Elmhurst College (Elmhurst, IL)
Luisa Fernanda Garcia – University of Nuevo Leon (Nuevo Leon, México)
Hannah L. Hall – Wichita State University (Wichita, KS)
Brianne C. Moreland – Hutchinson Community College (Hutchinson, KS)
Cristyn T. Rowe – University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS)
Kaitlin E. Turk – Butler Community College (El Dorado, KS)
Kylie G. Taiclet – University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS)

This year’s scholarship amount of $440 represents a 10% increase from 2009.

Since 2000, Bunting® has awarded 87 scholarships totaling over $36,000 and recognize the founders of the company. On August 3, 1959, Walter and June Bunting founded Bunting® Magnetics Co. in Chicago, Illinois. The original location, on Chicago’s north side, was a 500 square foot office on Fullerton Avenue. The company started as a stocking distributor for cast Alnico magnets and small ceramic magnet assemblies designed for industrial use.

For over 50 years, Bunting® has established itself as an industry-leading manufacturer in several product lines. From those humble beginnings, the company, headquartered in Newton, KS, has expanded to seven major locations including our Flexible Die Division in Newton, KS, our Magnet Materials Division in Elk Grove Village, Illinois; our Magnet Applications Limited (MAL) manufacturing operation in Berkhamsted, England, Magnet Application, Inc facility in Dubois, Pennsylvania, our purchasing office for Bunting China located in Ningbo, China and our official licensee in Boronia Victoria, Australia, Alpha Magnetics Pty Ltd.

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a privately owned company located at 500 South Spencer Road, Newton, Kansas, USA 67114-0468. For more information on Bunting Magnetics Co. in the U.S. and Canada, call 800-835-2526. Outside the U.S. and Canada call 316-284-2020. Or visit our website at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

“These new additions further complement the vast number of industrial magnets and magnetic products that we carry in stock”, stated Don Lindstrom, Bunting® General Manager for the Magnet Materials Division. “We want to be the source for the full spectrum of magnets in the world…any magnet, available at any time. This expansion of our inventory brings us closer to that goal.”

The new magnet products include several new grades. The grade of a magnet helps determine the strength of the magnetic characteristics within that magnet type. The number of different magnets now offered number over 1,300 unique part numbers, most all in stock, ready for immediate shipment. To learn more about magnets, anyone can visit http://www.buntingmagnetics.com/learn-about-magnets for a detailed explanation on magnetic properties.

As part of the product launch, Bunting® is offering a 3% discount on all magnet products which are ordered online by credit card.

For more information on the Bunting® magnet materials product line, visit http://www.buntingmagnetics.com/products/magnets. For information on Bunting® Magnetics, visit the company’s web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. Or write Bunting® Magnetics Co., 1150 Howard Street, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007; call 1-800-232 -4359 (US & Canada) or 1-847-593-2060; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com.

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“Gareth will be vital to our continued strategic focus on the European Union,” Robert J. Bunting, the company’s owner and Chief Executive Officer said. “He is aggressive and focused and will rapidly help us to grow our presence throughout the region. Gareth understands the applications of our products very well and that will translate into letting us solve customer issues quickly.”

Meese’s primary responsibilities will be sales in the United Kingdom, the European Union and the African continent. He is tasked with establishing an extensive network of distributors and engaging original equipment manufacturers (OEM’s) for long-term partnerships. Gareth, who started with MAL in May 2009, will also be instrumental in new product development and developing new distribution channels.

“This is an exciting time to be a part of launching Bunting® Magnetics products into Europe. Our quality is tough to equal and will fill a void in the marketplace,” Meese stated. “Through our efforts, we will be able to quickly build upon the 50 years of experience and history of the company and establish Bunting® as the leader for Magnetic Separation products in the rapidly developing European market.”

Mr. Meese holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Physics from the University of Wales in Cardiff. Gareth has over eight years of sales experience primarily in the financial services, factory automation and industrial equipment industries. Gareth will be based at MAL headquarters in Berkhamsted.

Bunting® is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment. MAL is a leader in the manufacturing and distribution of bonded magnets and assemblies.

For more information on Bunting® Magnetics Co., call 1-800-835-2526 in U.S. & Canada or +44 (0) 1442 291702 in Europe or visit our web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. For more information on Magnet Applications Limited; call +44 (0) 1442 875081 or visit online at www.magnetapplicatons.com.

“Whether you are recycling plastic, tire & rubber, wood, metals or e-scrap, these materials can be very abrasive on the belt and can easily get under the belt and onto the face of the magnet which can cause havoc,” stated Don Suderman, Bunting® Product Manager for Material Handling. “Our new design features UHMW wings that extend over the bottom side edges of the belt to protect it from tramp metal tears.”

Also, this new wing design seals the edge of the belt and keeps tramp metal from snapping to the side of the conveyor frame or getting under the belt. This protection against material getting under the belt reduces any hindrance to the operation of the conveyor. As additional protection, Bunting® has further surrounded the magnet being used with a heavy-box stainless steel frame.

“Within any recycling facility, our Cross-Belt Conveyors will make a large impact on the efficiency of the operation in that facility,” Suderman stated. “Our new magnetic circuit provides maximum separation effectiveness of tramp metal for municipal recycling and higher product purity in a shredding recycling operation.”

For more information on the Bunting® Magnetic Cross-Belt Conveyors, visit www.crossbeltconveyors.com. For information on the full Material Handling product line, visit the company’s web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. For more information, write Bunting® Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, PO Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 1-316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com.

“The Bunting® TurboGrate™ will remove ferrous metals from powders and granular products with even the most difficult flow characteristics,” stated Rick Bigham, the Bunting® Product Manager for Magnetic Separation Products. “We have streamlined the design elements. Also, we based the construction standards on essentially the same design, and with the same superior magnetic separation capabilities, as the Bunting® HF Drawer Filter.

The TurboGrate™ is available in food grade and self cleaning options as well as our standard design. These options include the ability to order Ceramic, Alnico, or Rare Earth magnets to get the holding force right for your application. Bunting® can custom design anything to fit your installation requirements. Optional features include the ability to transition your product flow into the grate housing and removable tube assemblies for easy cleaning. Bunting® construction standards and magnetic assembly are industry-leading and we feature CE Certification and USDA acceptance on many of our Drawer Magnet product line.

For more information on the TurboGrate™ Magnetic Separator, visit www.TurboGrate.com. For information on the full Magnetic Separation product line, visit the company’s web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. For more information, write Bunting® Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, PO Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 1-316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com.

The Pro-Series™ Protection Plan features three options for customers to use; Pro-Start™, Pro-Maintenance™ and Pro-Warranty™. Each option is designed to provide specific services to optimize the performance of Bunting® metal detection equipment.

Pro-Start™ covers start-up support for new equipment. A factory-trained Service Technician is on-site during installation to properly calibrate the metal detector and train customer personnel. This program also features an extension of the original one-year factory warranty to two years and provides two full years of phone-based technical support.

“Pro-Start™ allows us to help our customers get their equipment functioning perfectly from day one,” stated Rod Henricks, Bunting® Product Manger for Metal Detection. “There are a variety of environments our metal detectors are used in, some of them harsh, and it is crucial to have on-site assistance during the initial start-up and use of the machine. “

Pro-Maintenance™ offers two choices for our customers, a Gold Plan and a Platinum Plan. For the Gold Plan, our Service Technicians will visit our customer site once a year to service and calibrate the metal detector and upgrade software, if necessary. Also, it gives a 15% discount on

labor and a 10% discount on parts for any needed repair work. For the Platinum Plan, there are two yearly service calls and the discounts increase to 25% for labor and 15% for parts for repair work. Both options provide two years of technical support and on-site training for factory personnel.

Pro-Warranty™ gives customers the ability to extend their factory-authorized warranty coverage for up to a full five years from the installation date. This option is only available at the time a Bunting® metal detector is purchased. This cost-effective coverage includes all repair parts and labor is included when an on-site visit is required. Pro-Warranty™ also provides the latest software updates, expedited shipment of spare parts and additional discounts for any new metal detector purchased during the warranty period.

“A great benefit of our Pro-Warranty™ program is that it protects our customers from costly emergency expense,” Henricks said. “In any manufacturing operation, there will be situations that cause downtime and cost money. This program helps to guard against those issues by providing fast service and it locks in expenses. One year of our Pro-Warranty™ coverage is about half the cost of one replacement board for a metal detector.”

The Pro-Series™ Protection Plan also offers additional services including repairs for out of warranty equipment, calibration service calls to make equipment audit-ready and our Board Replacement Program which provides Control and Display boards by the next day if ordered by 2:00 PM Central Time.

For more information on the Pro-Series™ Metal Detection Protection Plans, please visit the www.pro-seriesprotection.com or write Bunting Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, PO Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 1-316-284-2020, ext. 169; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com.

“Shawn has an extensive business development background that will benefit us as our Flexible Die Division continues to grow,” stated Mike Wilks, General Manager for the Flexible Die Division for Bunting®. “He possesses a detailed knowledge of the flexographic printing industry from a production and sales point-of-view. Those experiences will help Shawn provide complete solutions for our customers with our industry-leading magnetic printing cylinders and our flexible die product lines.”

Mr. Paul has over 20 years of expertise in the tag and label, printing, packaging and other industrial markets. This includes production, business development, technical support and outside sales positions.
Shawn’s background has spanned from hands-on production and sales experience with the pressure sensitive roll industry to a detailed knowledge of press capabilities and troubleshooting skills for UV & water based flexographic printing. Shawn holds a Business Management degree from Dallas County Community College. Prior to joining Bunting®, Shawn was a Regional Sales Manager for Surface Shields, Inc. based in Orland Park, Illinois.

As Territory Manager for Bunting®, Shawn will be responsible for the sales of our industry-leading magnetic printing cylinders. This includes our X-treme™ Series Die-Cutting Cylinders product line. These cylinders are precision machined to the closest tolerances in the industry to achieve the high quality made possible by today’s close-tolerance dies. Also, Shawn will handle the sales of our new flexible die product line. The Flexible Die Division was launched in September, 2008 and is solely focused on the production of 100% Chemically Hardened Flexible Dies. The area that Shawn will cover includes all the states west of the Mississippi River.

Our new Flexible Die facility and equipment allows Bunting® to produce all types of flexible dies from simple designs to intricate die patterns. Also, Bunting® can produce stamp dies that are machine sharpened and chemically hardened. All of the state-of-the-art equipment has been designed to manufacture dies in widths up to 30 inches.

Since 1959, Bunting has been successfully serving manufacturers of plastic components, metal products, printing labels, food products, automobiles and electronic equipment. Bunting’s main manufacturing facility is in Newton, Kansas. The company manufactures magnetic separation equipment, and magnetic and non-magnetic conveyors for use in food, plastics, chemical, manufacturing, and recycling industries. The Newton facility also manufactures magnetic die cutting and printing cylinders for use in flexographic printing presses. Other Bunting locations include our magnet materials facility in Elk Grove Village, Illinois; our Magnet Applications Limited (MAL) manufacturing operation in Berkhamsted, England, Magnet Application, Inc facility in Dubois, Pennsylvania, our purchasing office for Bunting China located in Ningbo, China and our official licensee in Boronia Victoria, Australia, Alpha Magnetics Pty Ltd.

Bunting Magnetics Co. is a privately owned company located at 500 South Spencer Road, Newton, Kansas, USA 67114-0468. For more information on Bunting Magnetics Co. in the U.S. and Canada, call 800-835-2526. Outside the U.S. and Canada call 316-284-2020. Or visit our website at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

“The MagFORKLift is ideal for any business that either lacks an overhead crane or their crane doesn’t cover certain areas of their operation,” stated Don Lindstrom, General Manager for Bunting’s Magnet Materials Division. “Either way, the MagFORKLift can handle the situation and get the metal or iron where it needs to go.”

The MagFORKLift attaches to the two forks on any Fork Truck and works in conjunction with four different sizes of Bunting® MagLift™ Hand-Controlled Lifters. MagLift™ Lifters are designed to save time and labor by holding, carrying, and releasing loads more efficiently than any other manual or mechanical method. These easy-to-use Lifters attach to the MagFORKLift simply and quickly and get their holding power from powerful permanent magnets and do not require special cables or costly electrical hookups.

The MagFORKLift and MagLift Permanent Magnetic Lifters can safely handle many different shapes and sizes of loads. They concentrate their magnetic energy and hold securely through air gaps and surface coatings. Once the powerful magnet has been “turned on” by rotating the control handle on the MagLifter, the fail-safe mechanical locking mechanism ensures that it cannot be “turned off” accidentally. Bunting® is pursuing both United States and International patents on the MagFORKLift.

For more information on the MagFORKLift, visit the company’s web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. For more information, write Bunting Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, PO Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 1-316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com.

“By designing our industry-leading Liquid Traps with the tapered-step, we are increasing the magnetic strength and reach out into the product stream and the holding force is increased substantially as well ” stated Rick Bigham, Bunting® Product Manager for Magnetic Separation. “It is a great product for meat, poultry and other processes where higher viscosity products require purification.”

The Bunting® tapered-step magnetic liquid trap comes equipped with powerful, high-energy Neodymium magnets which are capable of handling a 300º F high temperature load. This makes them ideal for clean-and-place systems. Furthermore, all Bunting liquid traps can handle high-pressure processing lines; the 2” sized models are rated at 250 psi while the 3” and 4” models handle up to 200 psi. All Bunting® liquid traps are tested at 150% of the rated pressure.

Configurations include single plate-style in 2 and 3 inch sizes as well as dual plate-style traps in 2, 3 and 4 inch sizes. Standard models feature a food-grade finish however; sanitary-grade finishes are available.

For more information on the tapered-step magnetic liquid trap and the rest of Bunting’s extensive line of magnetic separation equipment, visit the company’s web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. For more information, write Bunting Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, PO Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 1-316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com.

“Bob’s detailed knowledge of our markets and products will enable him to guide our sales team to meet our growth projections,” Robert J. Bunting, the company’s owner and Chief Executive Officer said. “Bob has been vital to the development of the company throughout our history and I feel that he was the natural choice for this important role.”

Crossken has been part of the Bunting® team since 1964. During that time, Bob has served in a variety of roles including Sales Engineer, Regional Sales Manager and Senior District Sales Manager. Over those 46 years, the only interruption in his time with the company was when he served in the United States Army for two years from 1964-66.

“Despite the recent economic situation, Bunting® has weathered the storm well,” Crossken said. “However, there is ground to recover and my immediate goal is to surpass our sales targets. We have product lines that are considered to be best-in-class within the industries we are associated. This has been true since I started and I want to continue to spread that message and reach more potential clients through improved sales coverage.”

As the National Sales Manager, Bob will be responsible for the management of a nationwide direct sales team as well as a network of distributors and sales representatives. His area of management will include international sales with responsibility for Canada and Mexico. Crossken, who is based in New Jersey, will maintain oversight of his territory in the New England region.

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment.

For more information, write Bunting® Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Road, P.O. Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468, USA; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 316-284-2020; or send
e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com. Visit Bunting’s Web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

“Paul is a talented individual that brings energy and a deep technical background to our team,” Don Suderman, Bunting® Product Manager – Material Handling said. “With the complexity of our equipment, it is vital to have Paul because he has developed intricate manufacturing and design concepts in the past. Also, his knowledge of different CAD programming tools will enable us to respond quickly to our clients’ request for quick quotations and deliveries.”

Mr. Scott holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Kansas State University in Mechanical Engineering. His background includes design and engineering for the automotive, magnetic material and aerospace industries. Paul, who is a member of the Society of Automotive Engineers, has extensive experience with Pro/E, Catia V5/Enovia CAD software as well as Perl and Visual Basic programming. This is his second stint with Bunting® as he served as a Design Engineer for the Magnetic Separation product line before working at Cessna Aircraft Co., located in Wichita, KS, as an Associate Engineer for their Design & Flight Controls group.

Paul’s primary focus at Bunting® will be to design custom material handling equipment into customer’s applications. Paul will also assist in the automation of the design process through the expanded use of software applications.

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment.

For more information, write Bunting® Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, P.O. Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468, USA; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 316-284-2020; or send
e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com. Visit Bunting’s Web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

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Molly has been with Bunting® since 1995 when she started as the Accounting Supervisor. Most recently, she was the company’s Accounting Manager. In her new role, Molly will increasingly focus on the integration of the accounting operations for the recent acquisitions made by Bunting®. She is a graduate of Drury College in Springfield, MO with a double major in Business Administration and Accounting.

“I appreciate the skills and dedication Molly brings to the company,” stated Douglas E. Donaghue, Chief Financial Officer for Bunting®. “Molly’s ability to take on new challenges as the company’s operations have grown over the years has been a key factor in the continued success of Bunting®.”

Robert, who joined MAL in 1998, will be focused on the regulatory and financial reporting for Bunting’s United Kingdom operations. Robert, a graduate of Nottingham University, is a Chartered Accountant and a member of the Institute of Chartered Accountants in England and Wales (ICAEW).

“Robert brings a diverse background to the company with experience at Ernst & Young and within the industrial sector,” Donaghue said. “As we move forward to completing the merger between the two companies, I will rely heavily on Robert to make it seamless.”

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment. Magnet Applications is a UK manufacturer of Permanent Magnets and Magnetic Assemblies and has been supplying industry for over 40 years.

For more information, write Bunting® Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, P.O. Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468, USA; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 316-284-2020; or send
e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com. Visit Bunting’s Web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

“We are rapidly expanding our service capabilities to provide constant technical support for customers,” stated Rod Henricks, Bunting® Product Manager – Metal Detection. “Manufacturing operations can not afford to shut down production lines. Our service team helps our customers remain productive by either providing solutions quickly over the phone or by being on-site in a rapid manner to solve any issues. Both David and Clint will be able to help Bunting® increase our service commitment to our customers.”

Both David, a Staff Sergeant in the United States Army, and Clint, a Petty Officer – First Class in the United States Navy, bring an extensive avionics and electrical engineering background to their roles. In his last role, David was Maintenance Supervisor at Fort Hood in Texas. Mr. Briggs managed the maintenance for 24 Longbow Apache helicopters. This included the supervision of 25 maintenance personnel, workflow management and quality control for the flight line operations of that fleet of helicopters. During his time in the Army, David had tours of duty in both Korea and Iraq.

Clint has both commercial and military experience that he brings to the company. Mr. Pitts has recently worked as an Aviation Maintenance Manager at both Aerotek Aviation and Cessna Aircraft, based in Wichita, Kansas. Prior to that, Clint served ten years in the United States Navy in Aviations maintenance with a focus on electrical, instrument and power systems. During his service time, Clint directed the daily operations for the electronics shop aboard the USS Enterprise.

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment. For more information, write Bunting® Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, P.O. Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468, USA; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com. Visit Bunting’s Web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. # # #

“The Metal Detection product line has been strong for us in terms of sales and overall importance to the company,” Robert J. Bunting, the company’s owner and Chief Executive Officer said. “Rod brings a wealth of sales, customer service and management experiences which will help us expand what we can offer our customers.”

As the Product Manager – Metal Detection, Rod will be responsible for an extensive line of metal detection equipment that protect against ferrous and non-ferrous metals. This includes product models which are specifically designed for free-flowing gravity-fed products, pneumatically conveyed materials, materials on conveyor belts, and even liquids. In addition, Rod will oversee the growth of our Metal Detection Service Department which offers customers quick response resolution either by phone or through field visits. Mr. Henricks will have responsibility for the worldwide sales effort for this product line as well as all new product development.

Rod, who holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Wichita State University, brings over 20 years of experience in the automotive, transportation and magnetic products industries. He ran his own accounting firm prior to entering into the manufacturing industry as General Manager with Unruh Fab, based in Sedgwick, Kansas. Then, Rod served as the General Sales Manager for Bunting® prior to moving back into the transportation industry with Hillsboro Industries and MVP Technologies, both local area manufacturers.

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment.

For more information, write Bunting® Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, P.O. Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468, USA; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 316-284-2020; or send
e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com. Visit Bunting’s Web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. # # #

“These coatings allow our flexible dies to run four times longer than ordinary dies,” stated Mike Wilks, Bunting® General Manager for our Flexible Die Division. “Also, this new coating process makes our dies highly resistant to cracking and chipping which helps quadruple the life of the die. This expanded product offering allows Bunting® to offer our customers the best combination of magnetic printing cylinders and flexible dies available.”

Our Diamond branded coating is the perfect choice for die cutting thermal transfer label stock. It makes our dies very resistant to corrosion. Our Black Diamond coating is the ideal choice for reducing die lifting. It increases the performance for small, tight corner die cutting applications including die cutting stamps. The Black Diamond coating creates lower friction which allows a flexible die to be used with aggressive adhesives without gumming up the dies. Thus, it gives a printing operation more flexibility to offer their customers.

For more information on these Flexible Die coatings, please visit www.flexdies.com. For information on the rest of Bunting’s full product line, visit the company’s web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com or write Bunting Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, PO Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 1-316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com.

“This is something that is very close to my heart,” stated Robert J. Bunting, Sr., President of Bunting®. “My parents, for whom these scholarships are named, lived and breathed for this company. They were very close to their employees and valued their hard work and dedication. So, to give some financial support in furthering the education of our employee’s children, that is very important to us.”

2009-2010 Walter F. Bunting Scholarship Winners

Travis J. Buller – Friends University (Wichita, KS)
Cody R. Flashman – Ivy Tech Community College (Bloomington, IN)
Derek S. Moore – Missouri State University (Springfield, MO)
Benjamin R. Van Horn – Hutchinson Community College (Hutchinson, KS)
Dustin P. Rowe – University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS)

2009-2010 June A. Bunting Scholarship Winners

Sarah E. Hall – Kansas City Kansas Community College (Kansas City, KS)
Ariel M. Robinson – Heritage College (Wichita, KS)
Adelynn R. Pryor – Butler Community College (El Dorado, KS)
Brianne C. Moreland – Hutchinson Community College (Hutchinson, KS)
Kelly R. Sanderson – Barton County Community College (Great Bend, KS)
Kylie G. Taiclet – University of Kansas (Lawrence, KS)
Sarah E. Bullen – Elmhurst College (Elmhurst, IL)

Since 2000, Bunting® has awarded 69 scholarships totaling over $29,000. These scholarships recognize the founders of the company. On August 3, 1959, Walter and June Bunting founded Bunting® Magnetics Co. in Chicago, Illinois. The original location, on Chicago’s north side, was a 500 square foot office on Fullerton Avenue. The company started as a stocking distributor for cast Alnico magnets and small ceramic magnet assemblies designed for industrial use.

Now, 50 years later, Bunting® has established itself as an industry-leading manufacturer in several product lines. From those humble beginnings, the company, headquartered in Newton, KS, has expanded to seven major locations including our Flexible Die Division in Newton, KS, our Magnet Materials Division in Elk Grove Village, Illinois; our Magnet Applications Limited (MAL) manufacturing operation in Berkhamsted, England, Magnet Application, Inc facility in Dubois, Pennsylvania, our purchasing office for Bunting China located in Ningbo, China and our official licensee in Boronia Victoria, Australia, Alpha Magnetics Pty Ltd.

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a privately owned company located at 500 South Spencer Road, Newton, Kansas, USA 67114-0468. For more information on Bunting Magnetics Co. in the U.S. and Canada, call 800-835-2526. Outside the U.S. and Canada call 316-284-2020. Or visit our website at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

“Mark brings an incredible range of experience to our team,” stated Mike Wilks, General Manager for the Flexible Die Division for Bunting®. “He understands the printing process from start to finish. He has operational, management and sales experience that allows Mark to understand the needs of our customer’s whole operation. That type of person is hard to find and will be valuable to our customers.”

Mr. Duke brings over 16 years of expertise in the printing industry. This includes hands-on pressroom operation, operational management and outside sales positions. Mark began his career as a Pressman and has extensive experience with flexo, rotogravure, screen and letterpress equipment. His management background extends into flexible packaging printing services for multiple industries including the food, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, apparel and consumer goods markets. This also includes high-end folding carton and promotional printing. Prior to joining Bunting®, Mark served as a New Business Development Manager for an international manufacturer of rotary tooling for the printing and converting industry.

As Territory Manager for Bunting®, Mr. Duke will be responsible for the sales of our industry-leading magnetic printing cylinders. This includes our X-treme™ Series Die-Cutting Cylinders product line. These cylinders are precision machined to the closest tolerances in the industry to achieve the high quality made possible by today’s close-tolerance dies. Also, Mark will handle the sales of our new flexible die product line. The Flexible Die Division was launched in September, 2008 and is solely focused on the production of 100% Chemically Hardened Flexible Dies. The area that Mark will cover includes the eastern half of the United States excluding Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee.

Our new Flexible Die facility and equipment allows Bunting® to produce all types of flexible dies from simple designs to intricate die patterns. Also, Bunting® can produce stamp dies that are machine sharpened and chemically hardened. All of the state-of-the-art equipment has been designed to manufacture dies in widths up to 30 inches.

Since 1959, Bunting® has been successfully serving manufacturers of plastic components, metal products, printing labels, food products, automobiles and electronic equipment. Bunting’s main manufacturing facility is in Newton, Kansas. The company manufactures magnetic separation equipment, and magnetic and non-magnetic conveyors for use in food, plastics, chemical, manufacturing, and recycling industries. The Newton facility also manufactures magnetic die cutting and printing cylinders for use in flexographic printing presses. Other Bunting® locations include our magnet materials facility in Elk Grove Village, Illinois; our Magnet Applications Limited (MAL) manufacturing operation in Berkhamsted, England, Magnet Application, Inc facility in Dubois, Pennsylvania, our purchasing office for Bunting® China located in Ningbo, China and our official licensee in Boronia Victoria, Australia, Alpha Magnetics Pty Ltd.

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a privately owned company located at 500 South Spencer Road, Newton, Kansas, USA 67114-0468. For more information on Bunting® Magnetics Co. in the U.S. and Canada, call 800-835-2526. Outside the U.S. and Canada call 316-284-2020. Or visit our website at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

Attending the ceremony was Robert J. Bunting, Sr., President of Bunting® Magnetics Co., Barbara Bunting, Robert’s wife, and Molly Claassen, their daughter. The proclamation highlighted the 30 years that Bunting® has been headquartered in Newton, KS as well as the company’s innovative and industry-leading products.

“As we celebrate this important milestone, we would like to thank the Governor for taking his time to recognize this achievement,” stated Robert J. Bunting, Sr. “Also, we would like to thank our customers, supply partners and, most importantly, all of our current and past employees. Our first 50 years has been a profile in growth and innovation. Now and in the future, we are striving to keep improving and build upon the legacy that has been established throughout our company history.”

On August 3, 1959, Walter and June Bunting founded Bunting® Magnetics Co. in Chicago, Illinois. The original location, on Chicago’s north side, was a 500 square foot office on Fullerton Avenue. The company started as a stocking distributor for cast Alnico magnets and small ceramic magnet assemblies designed for industrial use.

Now, nearly 50 years later, Bunting® has established itself as an industry-leading manufacturer in several product lines. From those humble beginnings, the company, headquartered in Newton, KS, has expanded to seven major locations including our Flexible Die Division in Newton, KS, our Magnet Materials Division in Elk Grove Village, Illinois; our Magnet Applications Limited (MAL) manufacturing operation in Berkhamsted, England, Magnet Application, Inc facility in Dubois, Pennsylvania, our purchasing office for Bunting China located in Ningbo, China and our official licensee in Boronia Victoria, Australia, Alpha Magnetics Pty Ltd.

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a privately owned company located at 500 South Spencer Road, Newton, Kansas, USA 67114-0468. For more information on Bunting Magnetics Co. in the U.S. and Canada, call 800-835-2526. Outside the U.S. and Canada call 316-284-2020. Or visit our website at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

Photo Caption: From left to right, the people are Kansas Secretary of State Ron Thornburgh, Molly Claassen, Kansas Governor Mark Parkinson, Barbara Bunting, Bob Bunting.

The Bunting® High-Temp Machine-Mounted All-Metal Separator provides efficient rejection of both ferrous and nonferrous metal contaminants. The MMS is designed especially for choke-feed applications where the product is at a higher than normal temperature. It bolts directly to the in-feed of processing equipment and supports the weight of hoppers and other auxiliary equipment. A fast pneumatic rejection mechanism aided by precise timing results in accurate cycling and conservation of good material.

“We have seen a significant increase in the number of applications with dryers that emit temperatures up to 350º degrees,” stated Joey Reed, Bunting® Product Manager for Metal Detection. “There are very few metal detector manufacturers providing this type of unit. So, we felt it was critical to meet this rising demand.”

This product features a rugged housing and a unique slide gate reject design which eliminates contaminant “leaks”.

For more information on the High Temperature Machine-Mounted All-Metal Separator and the rest of Bunting’s extensive line of magnetic and metal detection equipment, visit the company’s web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. For more information, write Bunting Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, PO Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 1-316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com.

“Whether you are conveying 500 pounds per hour or 12,000 pounds per hour, our DragSlide conveyors can handle these difficult materials,” stated Don Suderman, Bunting® Product Manager for Material Handling. “It will keep the floor around your equipment clean of shredded plastic. Also, the conveyors are totally enclosed except for the in-feed hopper and the discharge chutes both of which can be sealed to the adjacent equipment.”

The Bunting® DragSlide conveyor works on the concept of dual chain driven UHMW flights which drags the shredded material inside the enclosed conveyor frame. Our Heavy Duty DragSlide Conveyors are designed in the same shapes and configurations as our Standard Grinder Feeder Conveyors. Our “Hockey Stick” DragSlide conveyors are designed to fit under the Shredder or Grinder discharge and convey the material up and out. Straight horizontal or inclined DragSlides are designed as a positive conveying means to any location around or across your plant.

Optional strong Rare Earth Plate Magnets can be installed in the DragSlide Conveyor’s discharge chute to help further purify material from any ferrous scrap metal.

For more information on the Dragslide conveyor and the rest of Bunting’s extensive line of material handling equipment, visit the company’s web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. For more information, write Bunting Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, PO Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 1-316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com.

“Russ gives us a tremendous amount of experience with his background,” stated Mike Wilks, General Manager for the Flexible Die Division for Bunting®. “We started our Flexible Die operation last year and we needed someone with the right skill level and industry knowledge to enhance our sales capabilities quickly. Russ knows the tag & label industry well, understands the intricate nature of flexible dies and has hands on experience with magnetic cylinders, for which Bunting® is well known.”

Mr. Woods brings over 25 years of expertise in the printing industry. This includes technical support, operational management and outside sales positions. He served in technical sales roles with Webtron Corporation, based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, and The Rotometrics Group, based in St. Louis, Missouri. Within the label industry, Russ held management positions with Standard Packaging & Printing Corporation, based in Mt. Gilead, North Carolina, and Monarch Color Corporation in Charlotte, North Carolina. Prior to joining Bunting®, Russ was in outside sales for Gerhardt USA based in Dallastown, Pennsylvania.

As Territory Manager for Bunting®, Mr. Woods will be responsible for the sales of our industry-leading magnetic printing cylinders. This includes our X-treme™ Series Die-Cutting Cylinders product line. These cylinders are precision machined to the closest tolerances in the industry to achieve the high quality made possible by today’s close-tolerance dies. Also, Russ will handle the sales of our new flexible die product line. The Flexible Die Division was launched in September, 2008 and is solely focused on the production of 100% Chemically Hardened Flexible Dies. The area that Russ will cover includes all the states west of the Mississippi River.

Our new Flexible Die facility and equipment allows Bunting® to produce all types of flexible dies from simple designs to intricate die patterns. Also, Bunting® can produce stamp dies that are machine sharpened and chemically hardened. All of the state-of-the-art equipment has been designed to manufacture dies in widths up to 30 inches.

Since 1959, Bunting has been successfully serving manufacturers of plastic components, metal products, printing labels, food products, automobiles and electronic equipment. Bunting’s main manufacturing facility is in Newton, Kansas. The company manufactures magnetic separation equipment, and magnetic and non-magnetic conveyors for use in food, plastics, chemical, manufacturing, and recycling industries. The Newton facility also manufactures magnetic die cutting and printing cylinders for use in flexographic printing presses. Other Bunting locations include our magnet materials facility in Elk Grove Village, Illinois; our Magnet Applications Limited (MAL) manufacturing operation in Berkhamsted, England, Magnet Application, Inc facility in Dubois, Pennsylvania, our purchasing office for Bunting China located in Ningbo, China and our official licensee in Boronia Victoria, Australia, Alpha Magnetics Pty Ltd.

Bunting Magnetics Co. is a privately owned company located at 500 South Spencer Road, Newton, Kansas, USA 67114-0468. For more information on Bunting Magnetics Co. in the U.S. and Canada, call 800-835-2526. Outside the U.S. and Canada call 316-284-2020. Or visit our website at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

“Todd brings over 27 years of sales and operational experience to this role,” Robert J. Bunting, President of Bunting® Magnetics, said. “It is a tremendous addition to our organization to find someone of Todd’s background in the plastics industry and with material handling equipment.”

Over the last 15 years, Todd has served in sales and management positions with Steele Plastic Equipment. Primarily focused on the plastics industry, these efforts have dealt with many applications from bulk loading to injection molding. In previous sales positions, Todd has handled various product lines including material handling, robotics, cavity instrumentation and blow/injection molding equipment.

“It is exciting to begin a relationship with Bunting®,” Steele said. “It is a company with its roots in Michigan and has grown tremendously over the last 50 years. The Bunting® name stands for quality and leads the industry in innovation.”

Since 1959, Bunting® has been successfully serving manufacturers of plastic components, metal products, printing labels, food products, automobiles and electronic equipment. Bunting’s world headquarters and main manufacturing facility is in Newton, Kansas. The company manufactures magnetic separation equipment, and magnetic and non-magnetic conveyors for use in food, plastics, chemical, manufacturing, and recycling industries. The Newton facility also manufactures magnetic die cutting and printing cylinders for use in flexographic printing presses. Bunting® has a manufacturing and distribution facility in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. The Elk Grove Village location sells a full range of magnets, including magnetic assemblies, cut magnets, flexible magnetic rubber and magnetic tools.

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a privately owned company located at 500 South Spencer Road, Newton, Kansas, USA 67114-0468. For more information on Bunting Magnetics Co. in the U.S. and Canada, call 800-835-2526. Outside the U.S. and Canada call 316-284-2020. Or visit our website at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

“In today’s competitive economic situation, we felt it was important to provide our customers expanded off-the-shelf magnetic options,” Robert J. Bunting, President of Bunting® Magnetics, said. “These new products will be available to ship upon order and allows us to provide a wider variety of great quality products at affordable pricing.”

Beginning at 4 inches in length, Magnetic Cartridges are priced as low as $27.00 and available in Ceramic, Neo Power-Balanced® (NPB) and Neo High-Intensity (NHI) magnetic strengths. For Grate Magnets, starting at 4 inch by 4 inch, pricing begins at $41.00 and feature multiple sizes in Ceramic and NPB. Grate-In-Housing and Liquid Line Trap Magnets each have three sizes available while our Sight Glass Magnets offer four different sizes. Finally, our Plate Magnets selection has Ceramic and Rare Earth models in twelve sizes.

As part of the product launch, Bunting® is offering a 3% discount on all ValueMag™ products which are ordered online by credit card.

For more information on the ValueMag™ product line, visit www.value-mag.com. Call (800) 232-4359 or (847) 593-2060 (outside USA and Canada) for product information or to place an order by phone. For Bunting’s magnetic separation equipment, visit our web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. For more information, write Bunting Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, PO Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 1-316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com.

“This system is ideal for powder applications requiring food grade contact surfaces,” stated Joey Reed, Bunting® Product Manager – Metal Detection. “The Quicktron 05 RH offers quick cleaning because it has a removable flap diverter which can be removed without the need to use tools. It is perfect for food manufacturers because it is constructed to perform at a high food processing level and gives a facility a superior hygienic processing capability.”

The Quicktron 05 RH features open framework construction with a round reject mechanism without edges to avoid dust and dirt settlement. The “Quick Out” system with the removable flap allows production workers to remove the complete separating mechanism for fast cleaning to reduce down time. Furthermore, all product contacting parts are made from food grade materials such as Stainless Steel, Polypropylene (PP), Silicone and Teflon.

“The RH model’s integrated sensing tube helps eliminate the effect of exterior noise within a production facility,” stated Reed. “This is crucial to help reduce any disruption within the processing flow.”

All applications and throughputs are suitable for the Quicktron 05 RH. It features round apertures from 50mm to 300mm diameters (2 to 12 inches). The metal detector coil is enclosed by multiple anti-static layers and integrated interference shield to ensure complete immunity from external interference. This world class design allows for the reliable detection of all metals such as ferrous, bronze alloys and stainless steel. It provides detection of free as well as encapsulated metal contaminants. There is minimal loss of good material due to a fast reacting and powerful pneumatic drive for the reject gate.

“Our Material Handling equipment is recognized as the best in the industry,” stated Fred Fishman, Vice President of Operations for Bunting® said. “We needed someone with the skill level to handle a variety of situations and help our customers meet the needs for their manufacturing environment or application. Chad brings the customer service and sales background that was required for this position.”

Mr. Mayes has over 15 years of experience in the farming, ranching, insurance and retail industries. He served in sales roles for both Copeland Insurance, based in Junction City, Kansas, and Farm Bureau Insurance, based in Newton, Kansas, prior to joining Bunting®. At Farm Bureau, Chad earned the Farm Bureau Rookie of the Year Award in 2002 and was a three-time member of that organization’s Million Dollar Round Table. Chad holds a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science from Fort Hays State University. During his career, he has also served in management roles for the 2R Ranch in Herington, Kansas and for Wal-Mart.

As the Inside Sales Representative – Material Handling, Mr. Mayes will manage all incoming sales inquires as well as any ongoing project related issues and questions. Chad will facilitate order processing and serve as a liaison with the Bunting® Technical Services Group to ensure the timely completion of all Material Handling orders.

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment.

Justin will serve as an Associate Design Engineer in the Material Handling Group of Technical Services. He will be responsible for designing and engineering the wide variety of conveying systems that Bunting® offers its customers. Justin, who holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology from Pittsburg State University, previously held engineering and management roles at MKEC, Inc. and Grede Foundries, both located in Wichita, Kansas.

Josh will be a Associate Design Engineer for our Magnetic Separation products. This product group covers a wide spectrum of applications for Bunting® magnets, cartridges, liquid traps and cross-belt separators. Josh holds a Mechanical Engineering degree from Kansas State University and his industrial work experience includes product design and manufacturing development activities at both RV Products and Case Construction, both located in Wichita, Kansas.

“We’re excited to have both Justin and Josh on our team,” Fred Fishman, Bunting® Vice President of Operations explained. “Their excellent engineering skills and high energy level will enable us to continue providing industry-leading, high-performance products for our customers.”

Bunting Magnetics Co. is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment.

For more information, write Bunting Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, P.O. Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468, USA; call 1-800-835-2526 (US & Canada) or 316-284-2020; or send
e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com. Visit Bunting’s Web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com.

“This is a vital role within our company and with Vanessa joining our team it will allow Bunting® raise our effectiveness in this area,” Doug Donaghue, Chief Financial Officer for Bunting® said. “We believe through efficient management in human resources that we will be able to maximize the return on investment from our employees and minimize financial risk.”

Ms. Pereira has over 14 years of corporate experience in the aircraft, energy, non-profit, manufacturing and telecommunications industries. Vanessa most recently served as a Human Resource Generalist for the Sherman Williams Company at their location in Andover, Kansas. Previously, she had served in a Human Resources role for T-Mobile in Wichita, Kansas. Vanessa holds both a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) and Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from Wichita State University. She is also a member of Society of Human Resource Management.

As the Human Resources Manager, Vanessa will be responsible for all employee recruitment, compensation and employee performance management, benefits administration, safety and regulatory compliance and employee relations initiatives. This includes oversight responsibility for the company’s annual United Way Campaign, Bunting® Magnetics Co. Employee Scholarship Program and coordination of all the 50th Anniversary events which will occur throughout 2009 to celebrate the founding of the company in 1959.

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment.

The CE certification pertains to Bunting® standard HF Series Mild Steel Drawer Magnets, HFS Stainless Steel Drawer Magnets, Manual Self-Cleaning HF Drawer Magnets and the Pneumatic Self-Cleaning HF Drawer Magnets. All Bunting HF Series Drawer Magnets are equipped with powerful magnetic cartridges to handle a wide range of separation tasks in mechanical and gravity flow applications.

“Including our FF Series Drawer Magnets and Machine-Mounted All-Metal Separators products, this is our third product line to earn this certification, stated Barry Voorhees, Bunting® Manager of Technical Services and Quality Assurance. “The superior manufacturing of our equipment allowed it to pass and gain acceptance in the first round of testing.”

Bunting® HF Series Drawer Magnets have been designed to handle a wide range of separation tasks. To fit them for specific installations, they can be supplied with top and bottom spouting adapters for square, rectangular, or round spouting. They can be configured with two or more trays arranged so that the magnetic cartridges are staggered to increase contact with the product flow. Material moves in a zig-zag pattern from one cartridge tray to the next for exceptionally thorough cleaning. They are also available in utility, powder, food, and sanitary construction grades with three types of magnetic cartridges, three cleaning options, and stainless steel construction.

To see photographs, dimensional drawings, and specifications for Bunting® Drawer Magnets and other Bunting® Magnetic Metal Separators and All-Metal Detector-Separators, visit the company’s Web site at www.buntingmagnetics.com. For more information and a FREE copy of Catalog #2015, write Bunting® Magnetics Co., 500 S. Spencer Avenue, PO Box 468, Newton, KS 67114-0468; call 1-800-835-2526 (U.S. & Canada) or 1-316-284-2020; or send e-mail to bmc@buntingmagnetics.com.

“The Magnetic Separation product line is historically our largest in terms of sales and overall importance to the company,” Robert J. Bunting, the company’s owner and Chief Executive Officer said. “Having someone with the experience and background of Rick will ensure that we keep being an innovator in this field and maintain our standing as the industry leader.”

Mr. Bigham has over 27 years of experience in the automotive, industrial gas, magnetic products and petroleum industries. He served in sales management roles for both Dresser Industries, based in Houston, Texas, and Cullum & Brown, based in Wichita, Kansas, before joining Bunting® Magnetics Co. as our International Sales Manager in 2000. Prior to assuming his new role with Bunting, he worked as a Product Manager for LS Industries based in Wichita, Kansas.

As the Product Manager – Magnetic Separation, Mr. Bigham will be responsible for an extensive line of magnetic separation equipment that removes ferrous contaminants from dry particulates, liquids, and slurries. Bunting® offers everything from basic cartridges, grates, and plate magnets to magnet housings, self-cleaning separators, pulleys, and drums. Our separators work individually or in tandem to remove ferrous metal debris from gravity, mechanical, or pneumatic conveying systems. Mr. Bigham will have responsibility for the worldwide sales effort for this product line as well as all new product development.

Bunting® Magnetics Co. is a major U.S.-based manufacturer of magnetic assemblies and equipment. The company’s product line serves global markets and includes a broad range of magnetic materials and components, magnetic separation systems, material handling equipment, magnetic printing cylinders, flexible dies and metal detection equipment.

This product is designed for use with surface grinders, gear grinders, honing and lapping machines, broaches, milling and drilling machines, face grinders or oil reclaiming machines. Bunting® provides customers the option of either a smooth-faced or extended-pole roll which can be used when both ferrous and non-ferrous contaminants are present.

“By removing these ferrous materials from the production process, our coolant cleaners help our customers recycle expensive coolant, stated Charles Whitt, Director of Marketing. “Also, our customers avoid costly damage to their equipment. This combination of benefits increases productivity and reduces any safety issues with handling of this material.”

This type of Coolant Cleaner decreases operating costs with the effective reuse of cleaned coolant. It allows for a uniform part finish, provides a longer life from tools and grinding wheels, reduces pump and machine wear, lowers coolant replacement costs, and operationally accounts for less down time. Overall, the Bunting® Coolant Cleaner provides pump protection and extends pump life with the metal fines removed.

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Any manufacturing operation that is producing scrap can use this new application in their operation. In particular, Fabrication and Machine Shop Operators can experience dramatic bottom line profits. Since 2003, the prices for scrap have risen dramatically. Our XTractor™ Metal Separator allows for the proper segmentation of ferrous and non-ferrous material. By separating these scrap materials into distinct groups, recycling facilities will offer higher dollar value per pound for the clean separated material. This allows any company to earn significantly larger revenue when the separated scrap is sent for recycling.

“In today’s economy, you need a competitive edge in every part of your manufacturing operation. Bunting® Magnetics Co. and The XTractor™ can help your company have a huge, positive impact on your bottom line,” Charles Whitt, Bunting’s Director of Marketing stated. “Prices have skyrocketed for scrap and The XTractor™ allows our customers to take advantage of those market prices and turn their scrap into cash. In fact, one company has seen their investment pay for itself in just six months!”

The XTractor™ separates scrap from a variety of machines including Stamping and Punch Presses, Torch or EDM machines, Lathes and Milling equipment. The unique Bunting® drum separators contained in the XTractor™ are especially well suited for the separation of ferrous and non-ferrous materials.

The XTractor™ is custom made to suit the customers processing rate requirements. Typically, standard units feature either a 12” diameter x 12” wide drum surface which can process up to 1,500 lbs. per hour or a 18” diameter x 24” wide surface capable of 2,500 lbs. per hour. Options include a custom made work stand to allow easy processing of the scrap and a XTractor rake for funneling of the scrap into the separator.

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