Protech Chemicals acquires manufacturing assets of Links Coating

March 22, 2006 Protech Chemicals Ltd. announced today that it has acquired the powder coating manufacturing assets of Links Coating Ltd. of London, Ontario (Canada). This addition will enable Protech to expand its manufacturing capacity. The assets will be relocated within existing Protech facilities in Canada. Protech is a global leader in the production of powder coatings whose products are produced in 25 countries worldwide. You can visit Protech on line at www.protechpowder.com.