Nairobi Gasworld Conference, Presentation entitled "Economics of Running an Acetylene Plant" by President of Rexarc, Jim Bowman

Rexarc President Jim Bowman recently attended the Gasworld African Gases Conference in Nairobi, Kenya, where he made a presentation titled “Economics of Running an Acetylene Plant.” The focus of this presentation is to help companies determine the commercial impact of manufacturing and distributing acetylene.


For a complete copy of this informative presentation, click “Economics of Running an Acetylene Plant.”

Rexarc to attend and present at Gasworld African Gases Conference 2010 in Nairobi, Kenya Dec. 1st and 2nd.

Rexarc has just announced that the President of Rexarc, Jim Bowman, will be attending the Gasworld www.gasworld.com African Gases Conference in Nairobi, Kenya at the Safara Park Hotel. In addition, Mr. Bowman will be presenting a paper on “the economics of running an acetylene plant.” The focus of this presentation will be on helping companies determine the commercial impact of manufacturing and distributing acetylene.

Rexarc, recent awardee of the State of Ohio, Excellence in Exporting Award, exports to over 40 countries, include countries within Africa. Jim Bowman stated “the African continent is an important market for us now and into the future and we look forward to focusing on this market in the coming year.”

Rexarc receives Governor’s Excellence in Exporting Award for 2010

Ohio’s Governor and Development Director honored Rexarc with the Governor’s Excellence in Exporting Award for 2010. The Governor’s E-Award is given to the company that exemplifies exporting excellence by creating jobs, growing industries and manufacturing the products that the world needs.

There to accept the award from the Governor on behalf of Rexarc International was Rob Moyer, CEO, Jim Bowman, President and Galen Woodhouse, Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Rob Moyer stated during his acceptance speech, “a small company in West Alexandria, Ohio can achieve global competitiveness with a commitment to global markets and the right team to execute the global growth plan.”

Rexarc International exported to over 41 countries and experienced 50% compounded annual growth in its international market segment. Attending industry shows in Abu Dhabi, Kiev, and Nairobi over the last year, Rexarc International is committed to bringing high quality products and world class service to its customers around the world.

Rexarc Welcomes J.R. Sales & Solutions for the Southwest

Rexarc International welcomes J.R. Sales & Solutions to be their manufacturers representative in the Southwest Region. John Goosman, president of the company, brings years of experience serving the welding and industrial gas industries. Contact John Goosman at goosie5@worldnet.att.net, J.R. Sales & Solutions, 1227 W. Collins Avenue, Orange, California 92867, Cell 714-231-3488, Office 714-694-0080, Fax 714-628-2944.

Rexarc Welcomes Gorman Sales for the Southeast

Rexarc International welcomes Gorman Sales to be their manufacturers representative in the Southeast Region. President Gary Gorman established the company in 1986, and has a proven track record of providing quality products and services to the welding and industrial gas industries. Gorman Sales has a solid commitment to the industry, attends all major trade shows and is a member of AWS, GAWDA and STAFDA. Contact Gary Gorman at ggorman@gorman-sales.com, Gorman Sales, 3883 Rogers Bridge Road, Suite 202-B, Duluth Georgia, Cell 770-329-7666, Office 770-497-9704, Fax 678-473-0307.

Rexarc Appoints Jeff Meyer - VP Sales & Marketing

Rexarc International announces that Jeffrey Meyer has joined the company as Vice President - Sales & Marketing. President Jim Bowman said, "Jeff is especially strong in the strategic component of growing companies in the USA and abroad. He has a wide experience in the sales of welding consumables to automotive components and his international business development experience furthers our efforts to capitalize on the momentum from three straight years of 50% growth in international sales." Jeff is a resident of Kettering, Ohio and holds a BA from Bowling Green University and an MBA from Wright State University. He comes to Rexarc with years of experience with Corbus, Van Andel Global Trade Center and Wright State University - G Trade.

Luke Leslie Joins Rexarc International

Rexarc International announced on August 1, 2010 that Luke Leslie has joined the company as Regional Sales Manager - Northeast. Luke comes to Rexarc following more than three years as National Accounts Sales Manager with Thermadyne. Prior to that Luke was with Solvay Pharmaceuticals as a sales representative and National Cryogenics & Specialty Gases as sales rep. Mr. Leslie started his career with BOC Gases located in Charlottesville, Virginia. Luke resides in Richmond, Virginia and graduated from James Madison University with a BS in Marketing. President Jim Bowman stated, "We are pleased to add Luke to the Rexarc sales team as he brings a tremendous amount of industry knowledge to the position. His sales experience and professionalism will surely be of assistance to our company's growth."

Rexarc Appoints Jeff Meyer - VP Sales & Marketing

Rexarc International announces that Jeffrey Meyer has joined the company as Vice President - Sales & Marketing. President Jim Bowman said, "Jeff is especially strong in the strategic component of growing companies in the USA and abroad. He has a wide experience in the sales of welding consumables to automotive components and his international business development experience furthers our efforts to capitalize on the momentum from three straight years of 50% growth in international sales." Jeff is a resident of Kettering, Ohio and holds a BA from Bowling Green University and an MBA from Wright State University. He comes to Rexarc with years of experience with Corbus, Van Andel Global Trade Center and Wright State University - G Trade.

Rexarc Exports Rise Again

The Dayton Daily News, Sunday June 13, 2010 announced in an in-depth coverage that Ohio exports are rising again. Curt Cultice, a spokesman for the U.S. Department of Commerce was quoted as saying "Exporting is much more viable for smaller companies as they are exporting products, not jobs." Jim Bowman, President of Rexarc International said "We just had tremendous growth in exporting as the world is getting smaller. We are working very hard to continue to increase our foreign sales and we are generating a lot of interest." For more information, please go to the following links.

http://www.daytondailynews.com/business/dayton-cincinnati-corridor-plays-major-role-in-export-business-759245.html?cxtype=fb_mlt

http://www.daytondailynews.com/business/about-8-percent-of-ohios-private-sector-jobs-reportedly-linked-to-exported-goods--759335.html

Rexarc Attends Eastern European Gasworld Conference

Bruce Holman, Director Technical Services of Rexarc addressed the Gasworld Eastern European Conference on May 21, 2010 in Kiev, Ukraine. Bruce's presentation was one chosen to close the conference following a week of discussions regarding trends, dynamics and challenges of the rapidly growing Eastern European industrial gas business. More than 120 delegates heard Mr. Holman speak on "Acetylene Generating Plants - Safety and Maintenance." This global conference brought together the East and the West points of the global industrial gas compass. Jim Bowman, President, Rexarc International stated that Rexarc acknowledges the tremendous opportunities for exporting complete gas control and generating systems to benefit this region's flourishing gases scene.

Gasworld East Europe Conference 2010

Rexarc International is participating in the Gasworld East European Conference 2010 in Kiev, Ukraine May 20 & 21, 2010. As major presenters, President Jim Bowman and Director of Technical Services, Bruce Holman, will address industrial gas experts from around the world. The growing business demands in Eastern Europe opens opportunities for Rexarc as the need to modernize equipment is driving this region forward. Ageing equipment remains and the requirements to implement more effective gas generating equipment and gas distribution systems will be discussed during this creative environment thus driving these leading edge market technologies. Rexarc's innovative gas management and control solutions will be at the forefront of the discussions in Kiev.

Rexarc Pallet Master 639

At Rexarc's recently completed National Sales Meeting, the new Pallet Master 639 was introduced to an enthusiastic sales force. The Pallet Master is an adjustable, palletized cylinder distribution system designed to increase distributor efficiencies while decreasing costs. Quite simply it manifolds multiple cylinders on demand and works with multiple types of pallets. Ask your Rexarc representative about how to reduce labor and increase safety in cylinder handling with the New Pallet Master 639, available in early April 2010.

Growing International Sales

On Sunday, Februay 28th, The Dayton Daily News published a short editorial growing sales in international markets. Rexarc International, who manufacturers Acetylene gas production equipment for use all over the world, was featured. The entire article can be found at the Dayton Daily News website using the following link.
http://www.daytondailynews.com/business/commentary-european-sales-give-local-companies-a-boost-571715.html

In summary, Jim Bowman, Rexarc's president offers these suggestions:

• Understand the market needs from a technical standpoint of the product or service you are trying to offer. How does it fit with that region’s needs?


• Cultivate relationships and understand the culture of the countries you are going to work with.


• Leverage expertise to help your customers solve problems.

Rexarc continues to increase its global presence, Bowman said. In 2009, company representatives made presentations at an international conference sponsored by gasworld magazine. Company officials also will make a presentation on Acetylene gas production safety at an upcoming conference in Kiev in May. Rexarc is considering establishing international manufacturing representatives to service Acetylene Gas Equipment needs in South America, the Middle East, and the Eastern European regions.

Rexarc National Sales Meeting

Rexarc recently completed the 2010 National Sales Meeting held at the facility in West Alexandria, Ohio. All sales personnel were trained on all Rexarc products. Rexarc's Mark Campbell, Dan Enz of Enzco and Mike Charles of Mike Charles & Associates were recognized for 2009 sales achievements. When you congratulate these salesmen make sure to ask them about the exciting new products introduced for 2010.

Gasworld Middle East Conference

Jim Bowman, President and Bruce Holman, Director Technical Services of Rexarc International attended and addressed the gasworld Middle East Conference in Abu Dhabi following a recent major export sale of a large, Acetylene Gas Generating Plant. Following the conference, their presentation was published in the January 2010 issue of gasworld Magazine. The article entitled "Acetylene Generating Plants - Safety and Maintenance in Confined Spaces" can be read in its entirety at:

http://www.gasworld.com/resource/pdf/Middle-East-Conference-Supplement-09-SmallFileSize.pdf

Bowman also arranged an important meeting with the US Department of Commerce representatives at the US Embassy in Abu Dhabi to unveil other new opportunities for Rexarc in the Middle East.