Calbrite™, the leader in stainless steel conduit, fittings, and accessories, is pleased to announce SYN-TECH, www.syntech-inc.com, as its new manufacturer representative in Louisiana and southern Mississippi. SYN-TECH is located in Metairie, LA, close to New Orleans.

Said Matt Westerfield, Director of Sales Operations for Calbrite, "The Louisiana and southern Mississippi markets represent tremendous opportunities for us. These areas are important due to their petrochemical markets, the marine industry, food processing and much more. Additionally, in talking with SYN-TECH, there is continued rebuilding of the area caused by the devastation of Katrina. SYN-TECH is well regarded in the marketplace by distributors, contractors and engineers. We look forward to working with Craig and his team to continue to serve the needs of the market."

Founded over 30 years ago, SYN-TECH is one of the leading manufacturer representatives in the Louisiana marketplace. Craig Strickland, its president, acquired the firm in 2002. The organization strives to synergistically support its manufacturer partners, distributors, contractors and engineers to deliver the right solution for the application. According to Craig Strickland, President of SYN-TECH, "Calbrite is a perfect fit for us. We believe in having lines that solve customer issues. Stainless steel products can help our customers address specific issues related to corrosive applications and harsh environments. With the continued growth of the petrochem market throughout the territory as well as the continued rebuilding since Katrina, the non-corrosive and harsh environment attributes of stainless, along with its durability, represent considerable opportunity. We look forward to representing Calbrite in our market."

About Calbrite:
Calbrite, headquartered in Hammond, IN, is a division of Calpipe Industries. Calbrite is the leading name in stainless steel conduit systems for harsh and corrosive environments. It offers the largest stainless steel conduit product line in the industry manufactured to strict guidelines set forth by UL and NEMA, with most products being ARRA-compliant. Calbrite supports its customers throughout the US and Canada from distribution centers in Hammond, IN, Downey, CA and Odessa, FL. For more information about Calbrite, visit our website at www.calbrite.com.