Press Release

Gerald Ross Named Engineering Manager

The Harris Products Group announces the appointment of Gerald Ross to Engineering Manager.

Mason, OH / June 13, 2008 / - The Harris Products Group announced today the appointment of Gerald Ross as Engineering Manager.

Mr. Ross brings nearly twenty years of experience in Engineering and Operations Management to The Harris Products Group. He came to Harris from Messier Bugatti USA where he had worked for a period of nine years. At Messier Bugatti USA, he held the position of Quality Engineer/Lab Manager for five years and spent four years as an Operations Manager. In his new position, Mr. Ross will have responsibility for directing and coordinating activities of engineering to design, manufacture, and test components, products, and systems. Mr. Ross’ experience in engineering and operations management combined with a BS in Applied Physics from Xavier University and a MS in Technology Management from NKU should make him a valuable asset to The Harris Products Group.

The Harris Products Group, A Lincoln Electric Company, is a world leader in the design, development and manufacture of cutting, welding, brazing, and soldering equipment and consumables and gas distribution systems. Harris Products Group products are sold and used in over 85 countries. For more information about the Harris Products Group and its products and services, please visit the company's web site at www.harrisproductsgroup.com.