Harper Honors Decades of Service 

Charlotte, N.C., September 18, 2006 -  Global anilox supplier Harper Corporation of America prides itself on the quality of its products - and of its employees.

"Employee retention is a key objective for us," says Margaret Harper Kluttz, president of the company, which celebrated its 35th anniversary on August 2. "Hiring, training and keeping the most highly skilled talent pool in the industry is the backbone of this company's success."

Recently, founders Ron and Katherine Harper honored six of the company's associates who cumulatively have devoted a century of service to Harper Corporation. These long-term co-workers received plaques expressing the company's appreciation and a special luncheon honoring their service:

• Lester Carter, maintenance and facilities manager, 30 years
• Art Ehrenberg, vice president of mfg. operations, 25 years
• Adele Evans, procurement director, 15 years
• Keith Jordan, narrow web supervisor, 10 years
• Rick Strong, laser specialist, 10 years
• Ken Williams, lathe operator, 10 years

"We're indebted to the loyalty, attitude and work ethic that these people bring to work with them every day," says Ron Harper, CEO. "We're honored and appreciative that they choose to work at Harper."

For additional information, contact Denise Threatt, group benefits manager, Harper Corporation of America, at 704-588-3371, or denise@HarperImage.com.