3/25/09 - VOLLRATH® ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF 2009 SALES AWARDS

SHEBOYGAN, WI - March 2010 - In January, the Vollrath Company, L.L.C, recognized their top sales performers at their annual awards banquet held at the Kohler Design Center and Appley Theater in Kohler, Wisconsin.

B. C. Roberts of the Eastern Sales Region was awarded the overall District Sales Manager of the Year honor. B.C. has been with Vollrath for just over two years and his territory includes North Carolina and South Carolina. B. C. was the first person ever to attend the banquet through video conference because of the impending birth of his first child.

The five District Sales Managers of the Year by Region were B. C. Roberts in the Eastern Region, Jim Greyson in the Southern Region, Mike Matoska in the Central Region, Debbie Pasich in the West, and Alain Goyette in Canada.

For the award in New Product Sales, 1st place went to Linda Bernal, 2nd place went to Wood Hardcastle, and 3rd place went to Tri State Marketing. The Chain Account Award went to Henry Case.

Two people were presented with the 1 Million Equipment Club Award, Tri State Marketing and Jim Greyson. Tri State Marketing received the Equipment Award.

A new award was presented this year for Operations Excellence Award. The award was given to Dave Tosdale, an engineer in Sheboygan. Dave has been the key engineer behind the creation and implementation of Vollrath?s popular Super Pan® Super Shapes steam table pans.

Additional award recipients include:

• Marketing Excellence Sales Award - Henry Case
• Marketing Excellence Corporate Award - Christy Bergin
• Field Sales Award - Cathy Fitzgerald

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12/23/09 - THE VOLLRATH® COMPANY ACQUIRES LINCOLN SMALLWARES™

Acquisition Expands Vollrath's Product Offering and Customer Solutions

SHEBOYGAN, WI - December, 2009 - Vollrath President and Chief Executive Officer, Paul Bartelt, announced the acquisition of Fort Wayne, Indiana based Lincoln Smallwares, a division of The Manitowoc Company, Inc. (NYSE: MTW). Manitowoc, a diversified, multi-industry, capital goods manufacturer, will retain the Lincoln name and its other Lincoln businesses and product lines. Lincoln Smallwares' quality line of foodservice products provides Vollrath customers with an extensive offering of new bakeware and manual food processing equipment, while further positioning Vollrath as a leader in the cookware industry.

Originally named The United States Aluminum Company when it was founded 1901, Lincoln Smallwares began by manufacturing aluminum cooking utensils and adopted the Wear-Ever® trademark for the utensils in 1904. Today, the Wear-Ever brand is used on more than 300 commercial and institutional foodservice products such as pots, pans, bakeware, trays and other kitchen utensils. Acquiring Lincoln Smallwares allows Vollrath to provide an even more comprehensive offering of smallwares, including the Wear-Ever line, to its customers. Also, Vollrath will be adding products from Lincoln Smallwares' other lines including Centurion®, stainless-steel cookware, and REDCO®, a line of manual food processing equipment.

"Acquiring Lincoln Smallwares enables Vollrath to provide a broad array of strong cookware, bakeware and food prep brands, ensuring our customers have the best possible product selection. The acquisition also further solidifies our position as the premier supplier of cookware for the foodservice industry," said Bartelt.

For more information, please contact us at 1-800-628-0830 or 1-920-457-4851.

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12/15/09 - VOLLRATH® ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF 2008 SALES AWARDS

SHEBOYGAN, WI - December, 2009 - Once again, Vollrath was awarded Best in Class honors for both Cookware and Induction Cooktops as part of the annual Foodservice Equipment and Supplies (FE&S) magazine's Best in Class Survey. For Cookware, this is our 5th year in a row and for Induction, this is our 3rd year in award. The magazine surveys subscribing dealers, consultants and operators and, for both categories, Vollrath was recognized as Best in Class among those 3 user groups.

As part of the survey, FE&S asked these foodservice professionals to rate the individual factories on the following attributes:
· Product Quality
· Product Value
· Product Design & Aesthetics
· Service & Support
·Sales Representation ·Product Inventory & Availability
·Product Information Availability.

The five District Sales Managers of the Year by Region were Lester Neil in the Northeast, Henry Case in the Southeast, Mike Matoska in the Central Region, Debbie Pasich in the West, and Bert Johnson Enterprises Ltd. in Canada.

As noted on the FES website, "The results were far more comprehensive than previous studies and shine an even brighter light on those factories that establish the benchmark for understanding and meeting the needs of the entire distribution channel."

For more details on the Best In Class survey, please visit: fesmag.com Congratulations to everyone at Vollrath on this significant industry recognition!

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8/31/09 - Tom Belot Announces Retirement from Vollrath®

Vollrath President and CEO Retires After 31 Years of Leadership

SHEBOYGAN, WI - August 31, 2009 - Vollrath President and Chief Executive Officer, Tom Belot, announced his plans to retire from Vollrath at the end of August, after 31 years with the company. Belot joined Vollrath, a leading manufacturer of quality smallwares and equipment for the foodservice industry, in 1978 as the Director of Management Systems. Belot has also served as Vollrath's Chief Financial Officer, President of Vollrath Refrigeration, Inc. (a Vollrath subsidiary) and was promoted to his current position of President and CEO in 1989. Belot's leadership, relationships and experience within the foodservice industry have helped Vollrath grow from $90 million to more than $200 million in annual sales.

Paul Bartelt, Vollrath's Chief Operating Officer, will succeed Belot. As part of the company's succession plan, Bartelt and Belot have worked together throughout the last year to ensure a smooth transition of responsibilities and a continuation of Vollrath's position as an industry leader.

"Throughout my time at Vollrath, the professional and personal connections I have made have been tremendously rewarding to me. As I leave the company, I take great pride in our standing in the industry and the team we've put in place to continue to serve our customers," notes Belot.

During Belot's tenure as CEO, Vollrath has grown through the introduction of thousands of new products, the acquisition of eight companies and the expansion of markets in Canada, Mexico, The United Kingdom, Western Europe, and China. Belot's accomplishments include serving on The Vollrath Company, L.L.C. Board of Directors as well as the boards of many key industry and government-related associations such as the Editorial Advisory Board of FE&S magazine, SEHN (Sheboygan Employer's Health Network), and WPS Health Insurance.

Belot also served on the boards of Firstar-Sheboygan, EnzoPac Corporation, the U.S. Bank Championship in Milwaukee (a PGA Tour event), General Housewares Corporation and John Michael Kohler Arts Center. In addition, Belot founded a Business Healthcare Coalition to negotiate healthcare costs with local providers and those throughout the state of Wisconsin that has represented more than 25 percent of the population in Sheboygan County. Belot has also been a guest lecturer at Marquette University and The University of Wisconsin-Madison MBA Programs.

Belot continues to be active in numerous community service organizations around the state of Wisconsin and is currently a member of the Endowment Trust Board of the Sheboygan County YMCA, the Sheboygan County Salvation Army Capital Campaign and President of the Sheboygan County United Way.

In the future, Belot plans to pursue a position teaching business courses at the graduate level. Belot has two children, Michael and Erin, and currently resides in Kohler, Wisconsin with his wife Diane.

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4/7/09 - THE VOLLRATH® COMPANY ACQUIRES ANVIL AMERICA

Vollrath Acquisition Expands Company's Foodservice Equipment Offering

Sheboygan, WI April 7, 2009 Vollrath President and Chief Executive Officer, Tom Belot, announced the acquisition of Anvil America, Inc., based in Asheville, North Carolina. Anvil's quality countertop cooking and food preparation equipment has natural synergy with Vollrath's extensive product line of smallwares and food serving equipment.

With more than 90 foodservice equipment products ranging from griddles and sandwich grills to heavy duty mixers and slicers, acquiring Anvil's product line enables Vollrath to enter into a number of countertop equipment segments with a complete product offering. This acquisition also reinforces Vollrath's commitment to providing its customers with the broadest combination of smallwares and foodservice equipment available in the industry. In addition, incorporating Anvil's superior technical service capabilities will enhance Vollrath's unparalleled customer service.

"Combining Anvil's countertop foodservice equipment product offering with Vollrath's existing portfolio, strong manufacturing reputation and channel management experience further solidifies our position as a leader in the marketplace," said Belot.

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3/25/09 - VOLLRATH® ANNOUNCES WINNERS OF 2008 SALES AWARDS

SHEBOYGAN, WI - January 2009 - In December, the Vollrath Company, L.L.C, recognized their top sales performers at their annual awards banquet held at Black Wolf Run in Kohler, Wisconsin.

Lester Neil of the Northeast Sales Region was awarded the overall District Sales Manager of the Year honor. Lester has been with Vollrath for over 20 years and his territory includes Western Pennsylvania, Northeastern Ohio, and West Virginia.

The five District Sales Managers of the Year by Region were Lester Neil in the Northeast, Henry Case in the Southeast, Mike Matoska in the Central Region, Debbie Pasich in the West, and Bert Johnson Enterprises Ltd. in Canada.

For the award in New Product Sales, 1st place went to Lester Neil, 2nd place went to Wood Hardcastle, and 3rd place went to Linda Bernal. The Chain Account Award went to Bill McBride.

Three people were presented with the 1 Million Equipment Club Award, Wood Hardcastle, Bob Walsh, and Mike Matoska. Mike Matoska received the Equipment Award. Additional award recipients include:

• Marketing Excellence Sales Award - Linda Bernal
• Marketing Excellence Corporate Award - Sara Marti
• Field Sales Award - Vollrath's Customer Service team

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2/2/09 - Vollrath Acquires Luxine, Leveraging Emerging Technologies

Vollrath President and Chief Executive Officer, Tom Belot, announced the acquisition of Malibu, California-based Luxine, Inc. Vollrath acquired Luxine as part of the company's ongoing commitment to technology and innovation within the foodservice industry. "Luxine's advanced engineering, combined with our strength in manufacturing and channel management, will assure Vollrath's leadership position in induction products, and provide energy-efficient, green heating technologies to our customers in the foodservice industry," said Belot.

As a leading manufacturer of quality smallwares and equipment for the foodservice industry for more than 134 years, Vollrath's ongoing partnership with Luxine has yielded award-winning products featuring the company's cutting-edge induction technology. From portable, easy-to-use induction ranges to high-volume cooking applications, Vollrath's induction ranges provide the performance and dependability every chef needs. Truly revolutionary, induction technology reduces energy costs when compared to butane, heats up faster and hotter, and is safer than other heating alternatives.

Vollrath plans to fully integrate Luxine into its operations, maintaining manufacturing facilities in both the United States and China. Vollrath also plans to continue as an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) supplier of induction technology components to non-competitive foodservice and other industry manufacturers.

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11/11/08 - Mobile Breath Guard wins national magazine's award

The Vollrath Co., LLC recently received another award from Food Equipment Reports magazine for its Mobile Breath Guard product. The Mobile Breath Guard helps prevent airborne germs and bacteria from being transferred to serving dishes and is often used in buffet service dining.

"The versatility is great," said one judge at FER's 11th annual Tabletop/Servingware Competition in Skokie, Ill. The guard features a durable powder-coated steel base and adjustable brushed stainless steel posts. These posts adjust from 14 1/4" to 25 1/4" and support a curved, clear acrylic panel. The panel can be tilted to allow better access to serving dishes while still providing protection.

Vollrath's Mobile Breath Guard is available in three, four and five feet wide styles. The units can also be placed back to back from double sided buffet serving.

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11/04/08 - Vollrath Announces New Executive Position

Paul Bartelt Named Chief Operating Officer of the Vollrath Company

The Vollrath Company, L.L.C, a leading manufacturer of quality smallwares and equipment for the foodservice industry, appointed Paul Bartelt to the newly created role of Chief Operating Officer and to a position on the Vollrath Company Board of Directors, according to President and CEO Tom Belot. Paul will be Tom's successor upon his retirement at the end of 2009.

"Paul comes to Vollrath with a wealth of experience in various manufacturing positions and a thirst to learn about our industry," said Belot. Most recently, Bartelt was President of the Engines Business with the Kohler Company. Prior to joining the Kohler Company, Bartelt held management positions at other leading manufacturers such as John Deere. As part of the company's succession plan, Bartelt and Belot will work together during the next fourteen months to ensure a smooth transition of responsibilities and a continuation of Vollrath's position as an industry leader.

Bartelt is involved in a wide variety of community activities including volunteering on the Lakeshore Technical College Foundation Board, Sheboygan Youth Sailing Board and as President of the Family Resource Centers of Sheboygan County. Bartelt holds a Bachelor of Science and a Master of Science degree in Metallurgical Engineering from University of Wisconsin, Madison, and a Master's in Business Administration from The University of Iowa. Bartelt, his wife Beth, and their two children reside in Howards Grove, WI.

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10/17/08 - Vollrath Takes Top Honors in National Survey

The Vollrath Company, L.L.C. recently received top honors in the 2008 "Best in Class" survey conducted by Food Equipment and Supplies magazine - a key publication for commercial foodservice industry. Vollrath also took first place in the smallwares category, receiving the top votes from both dealers and broadline distributors. Since 2001, Vollrath has won first place among dealers in the smallwares category six times. For the fourth year in a row, Vollrath won the overall award for the Cookware category. The company was voted best by dealers, broadline distributors and operators in this category. For the third year in a row, Vollrath's induction ranges won the overall honors. The company received first place in both the dealers and broadline distributor categories.

Survey results were compiled based on data sent in by dealers, consultants, broadline distributors and operators who subscribe to FE&S magazine. To view the full survey results, go to www.fesmag.com and search for 2008 Best in Class survey.

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10/17/08 - Vollrath Sponsors Culinary Olympic Team in Quest for Gold

The Vollrath Company, L.L.C., a manufacturer of quality smallwares and equipment for the foodservice industry, is a proud sponsor of the Johnson & Wales University's 2008 Culinary Olympics team. Vollrath developed the partnership with the University as part of their continuing efforts to support culinary arts students and the future of the foodservice industry. The team's goal is to win gold at the Culinary Olympics held from October 19 - 22 in Erfurt, Germany, which is held every four years similar to the international sporting event.

The International Culinary Arts Competition, referred to in the industry as the Culinary Olympics, was established by the German Chefs Association in 1900 and this year will mark the 22nd competition. The Culinary Olympics is the largest culinary exhibit in the world. With more than 1,000 chefs, baking and pastry experts from more than 50 countries competing, it is also one of the leading international cooking contests.

This is Vollrath's second time serving as the industry sponsor for the Johnson & Wales Culinary Olympic Team; the first was in 2004. Vollrath's sponsorship funds help the participants cover the costs of practice food, travel expenses and essential equipment. Vollrath is also supplying the Olympic team with all the necessary cookware - including items from its Mirage® Series of induction ranges. In addition to the Olympic team sponsorship, Vollrath also donates cookware and smallwares to a variety of Johnson & Wales classroom kitchens, supports the University's special events and silent auctions and provides support for the Distinguished Visiting Chef® series.

"Vollrath takes great pride in supporting the education and training of future chefs, and our sponsorship of the Johnson & Wales Culinary Olympics Team is one of many exciting elements in our ongoing program to help bolster the growth of the foodservice industry," noted Paul Egbert, vice president of marketing for Vollrath.

"Vollrath's support of our team has been a tremendous help, providing the team with the opportunity to host practice sessions and prepare to compete with international counterparts," stated Karl Guggenmos, university dean of the College of Culinary Arts at Johnson & Wales University. "Our students and faculty appreciate Vollrath's ongoing commitment to their success," continued Guggenmos.

The Johnson & Wales Culinary Olympic team participants are:

• Chef Frank Terranova, CFE
  • Associate Instructor for Advanced Buffet Catering and Special Function Operations at the Providence, RI campus
  • Hometown: Cranston, RI
  • Competition: Cold Food
• Daniel Schofisch
  • Senior Culinary Arts Student; Culinary Events Teaching Assistant at the Providence, RI campus
  • Hometown: Berlin, Germany
  • Competition: Cold Food
• Chef Brian Campbell, CEC, CCE, FMP, CCI
  • Associate Instructor at the Charlotte, NC campus
  • Hometown: Portland, OR
  • Competition: Cold Food
• Robert W. Zielinski, CEPC
  • Associate instructor, International Baking & Pastry Institute at the College Culinary Arts, Providence Campus; Member of the first graduating class of the College of Culinary Arts at JWU
  • Hometown: Smithfield, RI
  • Competition: Pastry Category
• Charlie Reid
  • Graduate student at the Providence campus pursuing an MBA in Global Business Leadership; Graduated from Charlotte campus
  • Hometown: Fredericksburg, VA
  • Competition: Cold Food, Apprentice to Chef Campbell

The Johnson & Wales Culinary Olympic team managers are:

• Chef Rainer Hienerwadel
  • Chair culinary baccalaureate program, College of Culinary Arts, Providence Campus
  • Received Global Master Chefs certification from the World Association of Chefs Societies (WACS)
• Chef Chris Wagner
  • Director of culinary operations, College of Culinary Arts, North Miami campus
  • Member of the American Culinary Federation, Research Chef?s Association and International Chef?s Association; Received Global Master Chefs certification from WACS

The Johnson and Wales Culinary Olympic team has already begun their Olympic training for the event. The team recently held a university-wide practice at the Charlotte campus from August 12 - 15, to review menus and perfect their dishes for the international competition.

The Culinary Olympic competition includes a hot kitchen section, where participants prepare an elaborate meal with several courses, and a cold platter show, an art form that is exclusive to competitions. The participants vie against one another in various disciplines and categories, as either a team or individual, in a variety of divisions ranging from national and regional teams to junior chefs or chefs of any age. For more information about the Culinary Olympics visit www.olympiade-der-koeche.de.

Johnson & Wales, America's Career University®, was founded in 1914. It is a private, non-profit, accredited institution offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs in business, foodservice, hospitality and technology. With an enrollment of more than 15,000 students, Johnson & Wales is based in Providence, R.I., and maintains three other campuses in North Miami, FL; Denver, CO and Charlotte, NC. For more information about Johnson & Wales University, visit www.jwu.edu.

Photos of Johnson & Wales Culinary Olympic team's practice are available upon request.

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