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CONCAST ANNOUNCES THE LAUNCH OF THEIR MOBILE-READY WEBSITES

Mars, PA — April 10, 2012 — As part of their web-based marketing initiative, Concast Metal Products Co. has announced the launch of their mobile-ready websites: www.concast.com and www.greenalloys.com. No special software or apps are necessary, giving all with smartphones and mobile devices access to the new sites. The content for both mobile sites is a scaled-down version of what is accessible on a PC. However, the focus on important company information and quick access to alloy specifications remains the same.

A GROWING MARKET

With domestic production, Concast is forging a future in wrought products.

Modern Metals — March 2012 — During the past 10 years, the levels of copper alloy wrought production in North America gradually receded to a point where demand for the material re-emerged loud and clear, according to Al Barbour, president of Concast Metal Products Co., Mars, Pa. Feedback from Concast's existing customers indicated a healthy need for not only wrought products but also reduced lead times and smaller quantity commitments — issues that a dearth of domestic productions couldn't adequately address.

2012 OTC OFFSHORE TECHNOLOGY CONFERENCE

Mars, PA — January 11, 2012 — Visit us at exhibit stand number: 11500 (Booth Map) Exhibit locaiton: OTC Parkway, OTC Pavilion, Monday, April 30, 2012 - Thursday, May 3, 2012 at Reliant Arena, Houston, Texas.

2012 NATIONAL TECHNICAL CONFERENCE

Mars, PA — January 11, 2012 — Concast Metal Products Co. will be exhibiting at the 2012 National Technical Conference on Sunday April 22, 2012 at the Westin Chicago North Shore.

FILLING A RED METAL VOID

Concast sees opportunity as a domestic supplier of wrought bronze.

Metal Center News— November 2011 — Concast Metal Products Co. has been a supplier of continuous cast bronze alloys for over 50 years, but its offering of wrought is relatively recent. "Other companies have made these products in the past, but many have faded away. So there was a void to be filled in the U.S.," says Al Barbour, Concast owner and president.

CONCAST METAL PRODUCTS CO. NAMES MARTIN A. LITTLE EXECUTIVE VP SALES & MARKETING

Former Kulkoni VP Will Oversee All Sales Functions

Mars, PA — October 6, 2011 — Concast Metal Products Co., U.S. leading manufacturer of continuous cast copper alloys, has named Martin A. Little as its new Excecutive Vice President of Sales and Marketing.

CONCAST PRODUCTS RE-CERTIFIED AS RECYCLED CONTENT

Alloys Qualify for LEED MR 4.2 Credits

Mars, PA — July 28, 2011 — Concast Metal Products Co. announced today that their products have been re-certified for recycled content. Thirty alloys are certified as recycled content; using them in a product or project qualifies for LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) MR 4.2 credits though the U.S. Green Building Council. This re-certification allows Concast to remain the only continuous cast metals manufacturer with products certified as recycled content.

CUSTOMERS THE FOCUS OF NEW CONCAST WEBSITE

Latest features include easier navigation, expanded technical product information and the latest industry news.

Mars, PA — July 1, 2011 — Concast Metal Products Co. announced today the launch of its newly redesigned GreenAlloys™ website (www.greenalloys.com). The improved site allows users to easily navigate through more extensive product information including specifications, cross-reference charts, tolerance sheets, legislative regulatory information and industry news.

CONCAST MAKES NEW TECHNICAL GUIDE AVAILABLE

Online tool gives customers easier and quicker access to product information

Mars, PA — March 14, 2011 — Concast Metal Products Co., a leading producer of cast copper alloys, today announced the publication and release of an online metals reference guide.

"It is important that we provide our customer base with a variety of technical resources," explained President and CEO Al Barbour. "This guide serves as an important part of that informational and educational effort. We view this publication as a critical tool that our customers will continue to use in the years to come."

Available online at www.concast.com as well as in other electronic and print formats, this 243- page guide gives customers a company overview as well as information on product categories, specific product offerings, alloy specifications, tolerances and special applications.

Full-color print versions of the guide will be provided to all active accounts. Those interested in obtaining a USB drive with the reference guide pre-loaded can do so by contacting the Concast Marketing Department.

Concast has also begun to utilize QR codes, or Quick Response codes, to provide access to information through mobile devices. The QR codes will be available for accessing the new technical guide at upcoming trade show booths and through other customer outreach measures.

CONCAST EXPANDS CUSTOMER RESOURCES AND PRODUCT SUPPORT

New instructional videos available on YouTube and www.concast.com

Mars, PA — February 23, 2011 - Concast Metal Products Co., a leading producer of cast copper alloys, announced today the release of five informational videos to support its North American customer base. These informational videos cover a wide range of topics and will answer user technical questions regarding product specifications, alloy selections, and material applications.

"Our website and other social media often serve as the first point of contact and information for our customers,” explained President and CEO Al Barbour. “Therefore, we challenged ourselves to explore and create interactive resources for our customers to learn about our products and services."

The new videos address key topics including product diversity, horizontal and vertical continuous casting, straightness and tolerances, wrought products, and green alloys. They are available on the newly redesigned Concast website and on YouTube.

S. 3874 Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act

January 4, 2011 - S. 3874 amends the Safe Drinking Water Act to exempt from prohibitions on the use or sale of lead pipes, solder, and flux.

AB1953 Goes Into Effect

January 1, 2011 - On September 30, 2006, Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger signed California Assembly Bill 1953 into law. This law defines "lead free" to mean not more than a weighted average of 0.25% lead content in pipe and fittings.

CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2011

Mars, PA — September 15, 2010 - Visit us at exhibit stand number: 30920 Exhibit location: Hilton Indoor, Tuesday, March 22, 2011 at 9:00am - Saturday, March 26, 2011 at 4:00pm Convention Center, Las Vegas, Nevada

Precision Machining Technology Show

Sponsored by Precision Machined Parts Association

Mars, PA — September 15, 2010 – Visit us at booth No. 904 Tuesday, April 19, 2011 at 9:00am - Thursday, April 21, 2011 at 4:00pm Greater Columbus Convention Center, Columbus, Ohio.

Concast Achieves SCS Re-Certification

Alloys Qualify for LEED MR 4.2 Credits

Mars, PA — May 20, 2010 – Concast Metal Products Co. Inc. announced today that it recently completed the re‐certification process with Scientific Certification Systems (SCS) allowing Concast to retain certification status and remain the only continuous cast metals manufacturer with products certified as recycled content by Scientific Certification Systems (SCS).

Copper & Brass

Tradition & Technology

Mars, PA — Mar. 23, 2010 – Concast Metal Products builds on a solid past to forge a strong future

Concast Launches New Web Site

Features include easier navigation, expanded information and the latest product offerings

Mars, PA — Feb. 22, 2010 – Concast Metal Products Co. announced today the launch of its newly redesigned Web site (www.concast.com). The improved site allows users to easily navigate through a wealth of information, including specification sheets, cross reference charts, tolerance sheets and size schedules, among other items.

Concast Achieves SCS Certification

Alloys Qualify for LEED MR 4.2 Credits

Mars, PA — Sept. 1, 2009 – Concast Metal Products Co. Inc. announced today that it recently became the only continuous cast metals manufacturer with products certified as recycled content by Scientific Certification Systems (SCS), a recognized independent third-party certifier and sustainability expert. Fourteen alloys were certified as recycled content; using them in a product or project qualifies for LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) MR 4.2 credits through the U.S. Green Building Council. The alloys are grouped into four families: Aluminum and Manganese Bronzes, Lead Free Bronzes, Nickel Silver Bronzes and Tin Leaded Bronzes.