Barnes Distribution Expands Eco-Friendly Catalog for MRO Supplies

BRISTOL, Conn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Barnes Distribution has made it even easier to be green, expanding its Eco-Friendly Greener Catalog for 2010 to now include new soy based cleaners and degreasers. A business of Barnes Group Inc. (NYSE: B), the Company was one of the first maintenance, repair, operating (MRO) supplies distributors to launch a "greener" products catalog in 2009 to help customers focus on using environmentally responsible products.

“We are thrilled to bring to market Grime Off™, a green solution that offers superior performance in cleaning grease, brake dust and industrial grime by using a completely waterless process with no harmful VOC’s”

The catalog furthers Barnes Distribution’s commitment to workplace safety and helps address the eco-friendly business philosophy being adopted by its customers. The new soy based cleaners and degreasers complement the array of cleaning products in the catalog and are from Nutek Green®, an Ohio-based member of the Hoover® Family, which is expanding into the Industrial MRO market after receiving certification to Boeing Standard D6-17487.

“We are thrilled to bring to market Grime Off™, a green solution that offers superior performance in cleaning grease, brake dust and industrial grime by using a completely waterless process with no harmful VOC’s,” said Cathy Horton, CEO, Nutek Green®. “The Barnes Distribution Eco-Friendly Greener Catalog is a convenient source for the MRO industry, and Nutek is honored to be included in this product mix.”

“All of the 449 products sold in the catalog have low or no volatile organic compounds (VOC), no hazardous air pollutants or ozone depleting chemicals, and no SARA reportable ingredients,” said Chris Paczak, Director, Product Development, Barnes Distribution. “Adding these new products furthers our breadth and depth of green offerings for our customers.”

Products in the catalog include Barnes Distribution High Solid Paints, cleaners and degreasers, greases and lubricants, lead free wheel weights, janitorial supplies, adhesives, sealants, lighting, all natural sorbent pads and more.

All catalogs are packaged with a sample Nutek® Grime Off® Wipe and BD Greenx paper towel. To obtain a copy of the catalog, contact your local Barnes Distribution representative by calling 1-866-GET-MROP or visit www.barnesdistribution.com.

About Barnes Distribution and Barnes Group Inc.

Barnes Distribution is a business of Barnes Group Inc. and an industry leader in logistical support by providing inventory management, technical sales, and supply chain solutions for maintenance, repair, operating and production supplies. Organized into two geographic businesses, the Company offers more than 100,000 products to more than 30 countries worldwide.

Barnes Group Inc. (NYSE:B) is a diversified global manufacturer and logistical services company focused on providing precision component manufacturing and operating service support. Founded in 1857, the 4,800 dedicated employees at more than 60 locations worldwide are committed to achieving consistent and sustainable profitable growth. For more information, visit www.BGInc.com. Barnes Group, the Critical Components People.

About Nutek Green®:

Nutek Green®, a Hoover® Family Company headquartered in Chagrin Falls, Ohio, is a leading producer and marketer of high- performance green cleaning and lubricating products. With brands including Simply Soy™, Grime Off™, Green Carpet™, Gas Off™, LubFix™, SheildIt™, and BoltOff™, Nutek has positioned itself as the innovative leader in the green cleaning and lubricating categories. Nutek innovations are 100% biodegradable formulations providing safe alternatives to its petroleum-based and environmentally-toxic competitors. For more information visit www.nutekgreen.com