Announcement December 5, 2008

Handling Systems of Maine, Inc. is pleased to announce the merger
of our company with Coastal Equipment Corporation.

Handling Systems of Maine has been a successful competitor in the material handling business for the past 22 years. Our expertise lies in the design and installation of shelving, pallet rack systems, conveyors, mezzanines, in-plant offices, overhead cranes and hoists, and loading dock equipment. We also supply a wide range of ergonomic equipment including stackers, scissor lifts, vacuum lifts, and vertical floor lifts. In addition, we have CAD capabilities to help our customers with plant layout and material flow. We provide installation and service for all of our equipment.