Bridon American Announces Premier Provider Partnership With Manitowoc Cranes

select Bridon American as their preferred wire rope provider. Now, Manitowoc customers are truly getting the best the industry has to offer."

Manitowoc Cranes Inc., a subsidiary of The Manitowoc Company, Inc. (NYSE: MTW), is the leading worldwide manufacturer of high-capacity, lattice-boom crawler cranes. Based in Manitowoc, WI, the company is one of the world's largest producers of lifting solutions for the construction and equipment rental industries. Manitowoc is also a leading manufacturer of ice cube machines, ice/beverage dispensers, and commercial refrigeration equipment for the food service industry and is the leading provider of ship-repair, conversion and new building services for the U.S. Great Lakes Maritime Industry.

Bridon American, an international leader in wire rope manufacturing, is a member of the Bridon Group of companies whose products are sold in over 60 countries worldwide. Bridon's focus on superior quality and innovation throughout the industry has lead them to work together with equipment manufactures, distributors, and operators to develop a portfolio of products designed specifically for the various customers the organization serves. It is this dedication and commitment that makes the company's creed of "The Difference is Bridon" more than just a statement, but rather a strong principle reassured daily throughout the Bridon community.

Bridon American Corporation, a leading worldwide manufacturer of wire rope and cable, announced today that the company has entered into an agreement with Manitowoc Cranes Inc. to be the premier wire rope vendor for all Manitowoc cranes manufactured at the Manitowoc, Wisconsin factory.

"We are pleased to be entering this unique partnership with Bridon American, a premier manufacturer of wire ropes, that are known throughout the industry as, simply, the finest available," commented John Vandy, Vice President of Strategic Supply for the Manitowoc Crane Group. Vandy continued: "Bridon's standards of quality and their commitment to engineering excellence and value are what prompted us to partner with them to manufacture wire ropes for our cranes."

Robert Madden, Director of Marketing and Sales for Bridon American noted that: "This is a tremendous opportunity for our company to partner with the leading crane manufacturer in the United States. It's really a testimony to the high standards of engineering and quality to which both companies hold themselves."

John Churchfield, President of Bridon American, added: "Manitowoc's reputation within the industry is second to none. Their commitment to provide their customers with the finest quality product possible prompted them to