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Fabcon Goes Green: Introduces Concrete Wall Panels Composed Of More Than 50 Percent Recycled Materials

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE -- April 30, 2007

New VersaCore+Green? panels deliver improved R values, reduced heating and cooling costs

VersaCore+Green? , the newest precast concrete panel from Fabcon, provides a win-win for commercial builders, architects and property owners, increasing the R-value of the wall system by up to 43 percent, while helping protect the environment by putting more recycled materials to work.

The VersaCore+Green? panels contains as much as 58 percent recycled content ? and are more energy efficient than other products in the market. The new panels test an average of three points higher in R-value, which contractors and architects use to measure the energy efficiency of building materials. This increase can represent significant savings to building owners, as the U.S. Department of Energy reports that nearly half of all energy loss is due to poor insulation.

"The green building movement that's been sweeping the nation complements our commitment to customers who want to save money and protect our environment. With VersaCore+Green?, we provide the durable, precast concrete panel builders need, while helping reduce energy costs and the impact of waste on our environment," said Mike Le Jeune, president, CEO, Fabcon. Additionally, the VersaCore+Green? product helps architects and builders qualify for LEED certification points and potential tax credits for their building projects.

Fabcon's environmental best practices also extend to its manufacturing plants. Water used in the production process is captured and recycled. In addition, excess material can be crushed and recycled into more panels, as well as be used in the base layer under new road construction and in a variety of other applications.

Fabcon's environmental efforts also extend to its manufacturing plants. Water used in the production process is captured and recycled. In addition, unusable panels can be crushed and recycled into more panels, used in the base layer under new road construction, and used in a variety of other applications.

VersaCore+Green? panels are manufactured in sizes from eight to 12 inches thick and in widths up to 12 feet for use in a variety of climates and building applications. Fabcon produces its panels in four locations across the country.

Company Background
Fabcon, an ISO 9001 registered manufacturer, which produces and installs precast concrete panels throughout the Midwest and Eastern United States and Canada, operates production facilities in Indiana, Minnesota, Ohio and Pennsylvania. The company has completed more than 8,000 precast projects and is celebrating 35 years as a leader in the precast concrete business. Since 1971, Fabcon has manufactured, delivered and installed precast wall panels for virtually every type of structure. Fabcon's experience helping customers accomplish their building goals includes 10,000 square-foot retail stores, million-square-foot distribution centers, and 16-story housing facilities. Visit www.fabcon-usa.com for more information.

For Further Information
Scott Jenkins:
952-882-7206; scott.jenkins@fabcon-usa.com
Madeline Riggs:
612-455-1755;
mriggs@psbpr.com