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About this update from Accsys Technologies Plc
[{"type":"text","content":"\n RNS Number : 7865A Accsys Technologies PLC 15 October 2009 \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n\n15th October 2009\n\n\nAIM: AXS\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNYSE Euronext Amsterdam: AXS\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNorth American Distribution Partners\n\nWDMA Hallmark Certification Approved\n\nAccsys Technologies PLC (\"Accsys\" or \"the Company\")\n\n\nAccsys is pleased to announce that it has reached agreement with a number of distribution partners in North America as it continues to focus on its sales network. The list of partners includes Universal Forest Products, Inc., a NASDAQ listed company which had over US$2 billion of sales last year. \n\nFollowing initial product certification and introduction, the Company is now effectively scaling its capabilities in key markets. As well as driving sales, distribution partners will provide greater market penetration in existing and new application segments for the Company's product, increasing awareness of the Accoya® brand amongst end users. As use of Accoya® wood becomes more widespread this will, in turn, produce greater licensing opportunities.\n\nThe Company is also in discussions with several other distributors in various international geographies as we look to expand our market. \n\nThe Company is also delighted to announce that Titan Wood, a wholly owned subsidiary of Accsys, has been approved by the Window and Door Manufacturers' Association (WDMA) as a Hallmark Certified Supplier. This rating certifies the quality of exterior millwork and gives government and private agencies a method of identifying windows and doors that are manufactured in accordance with the WDMA's highest standards. The WDMA Hallmark® is a mark of excellence among architects, contractors and other specifiers. Products eligible for Hallmark certification are subjected to a rigorous verification process in order to ensure conformance with the requirements of the WDMA. \n\nPaul Clegg, Chief Executive Officer, of Accsys, stated, \"North Ameri...