Matheson Tri-Gas and RASIRC Sign Exclusive Distribution Deal for RASIRC Products

Matheson to distribute RASIRC Steamers and RainMaker Humidification Systems in US

BASKING RIDGE, N.J. & SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc. and RASIRC^® announced today that they have signed an exclusive US wide distributor agreement. Matheson Tri-Gas will distribute RASIRC purification and delivery systems throughout the United States. RASIRC designs and manufactures products for controlled humidification and ultrapure steam generation for critical manufacturing processes.

“The agreement is expected to significantly raise the profile of RASIRC’s capabilities within the electronics and solar marketplace.”

Agreement on distribution rights for the RASIRC product suite was finalized at a recent meeting between Volker Heilmann, SVP, Strategic Products and Equipment, Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc. and Jeffrey Spiegelman, Founder and President, RASIRC. Matheson Tri-Gas will have exclusive distribution rights for RASIRC products, including the RainMaker® humidification system (RHS) and the RASIRC Steamer in the semiconductor and micro-electronics markets.

"This new relationship has significant benefits for our present and future customers including the ability to support their long-term growth in dynamic market environments," stated Spiegelman. "The agreement is expected to significantly raise the profile of RASIRC’s capabilities within the electronics and solar marketplace.”

Heilmann commented, “This is a strong alliance, coupling the sales presence of industry leader Matheson Tri-Gas and RASIRC’s innovative technology and product portfolio. We look forward to a long-term relationship developing out of this agreement."

About RASIRC

RASIRC products purify and deliver ultrapure liquids and gases. RASIRC technology is the first to generate ultra-high-purity (UHP) steam from de-ionized water. It reduces cost, increases yield, and improves safety. RASIRC dryers, humidifiers, and steam generators are of critical importance for many applications in the semiconductor, pharmaceutical, medical, biological, fuel cell, and power industries. Call 858-259-1220, e-mail [e-mail], or visit www.rasirc.com.

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About Matheson Tri-Gas

Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc. is a single source for industrial, medical, specialty and electronic gases, gas handling equipment, high performance purification systems, engineering and gas management services, and on-site gas generation with a mission to deliver innovative solutions for global customer requirements. Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc. is the largest subsidiary of the Taiyo Nippon Sanso Corporation Group, one of the top five suppliers of industrial, specialty, and electronics gases in the world. Contact www.mathesontrigas.com.