Released on: April 24, 2008, 12:37 pm

Press Release Author: Harman Corp

Industry: Industrial

Press Release Summary: Plastics from Harman maintain quality and durability


Press Release Body: FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Media Contact:
Marc Dula
877.837.4792 ext 705

ROCHESTER, Mich. - April 23-The vinyl industry has faced recent scrutiny by
environmental activist organizations that claim PVC is harmful or even toxic to
humans and the earth. They have drawn special alarm to those companies who make
products with phthalates, which are the most commonly used plasticizer. Many
plastics companies are refuting these claims, stating that these chemicals have been
used without harm to people or the environment for decades, and there have been no
governmental reviews that find phthalates hazardous for any of its many uses.

Safety reviews by European and American scientific panels have approved phthalates
for use in toys and in nail polish among many other products. The Harman Corporation
says that the quality of their product is not solely based on the product's
effectiveness, but also their accomplishment of serving the environment and the
public by adhering to safety standards, and phthalates have been deemed safe for
use.

The Harman Corporation is an active participant in related industry action groups,
and rely on accredited information to produce products that support their customer's
best interest. To further Harman's involvement with in the PVC industry, Ted Fisher,
Operations Manager for Harman Corporation, has recently been appointed as vice chair
of the SPI Vinyl Products Division.

"I am honored to be invited to work the SPI Vinyl Products Division Executive
Committee. These individuals are among the most experienced and influential in the
industry. They are a great group of people with the common goal of promoting the
value and benefits associated with flexible PVC products," Fisher said.

Harman Corporation hopes to show all of the positive aspects of the plastics
industry by continuing the production of high quality products and addressing all
related concerns and with the customer's best interest in mind.

About Harman Corporation

Headquartered in Rochester, Michigan, Harman Corporation has been a manufacturer and
global supplier of dip molded flexible vinyl products for nearly 50 years. Starting
with the pioneering formulations and process equipment developed by our founder Jack
Harman in the late 1950's and early 60's, Harman Corporation has been manufacturing
in Rochester, MI since 1963. The company's product line includes plastic caps, grips
and plugs; high temperature paint masks, custom dip molding and injection molding. A
broad range of companies throughout the world finds value in Harman Corporation's
experience, outstanding customer service and extensive capabilities.


Web Site: http://www.harmancorp.com

Contact Details: Media Contact:
Marc Dula
877.837.4792 ext 705