Trachte: Hires Business Development Director

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

For More Information Contact:
Kelly Churchill
Trachte Building Systems, Inc.
800-356-5824
www.trachte.com
tbs@trachte.com

SUN PRAIRIE, Wisconsin, March 19, 2004 – Trachte Building Systems is pleased to announce the addition of business development director, Paul Schneider.

Paul Schneider, as director of business development, is responsible for identifying and implementing new opportunities for profitable business growth through new products and new business categories for Trachte and its subsidiaries. Paul brings a bachelor degree in industry technology as well as over twenty years of experience in product development and marketing of national brands to this newly created position. Schneider’s knowledge and experience will be used to leverage Trachte’s expertise in metal fabrication and reputation for high quality products into expanded programs and distribution channels.

Trachte Building Systems welcomes Paul.

Trachte Building Systems, the leading manufacturer and supplier in the self-storage industry, markets a full-line of pre-engineered steel building systems. In addition, the company specializes in smaller buildings for commercial and industrial use. Subsidiaries of Trachte include Trac-Rite Door, a premier manufacturer of steel roll-up doors, and Fire Facilities Inc., the leading manufacturer of steel fire training towers. Trachte is devoted to providing superior products, uncompromised service, and unmatched industry knowledge throughout the entire customer experience. This devotion, along with over 100 years of manufacturing experience, has given the company a leading edge in the self-storage industry.

For more information about Trachte Building Systems and its products, please contact Trachte at 800-356-5824.