Thule acquires UWS, Inc.

On September 10, 2007, Thule, Inc., the world leader in sports utility transportation, acquired United Welding Services, Inc.

"The acquisition of UWS will compliment our successful line of professional truck racks and accessories", commented Fred Clark, Thule, Inc. President. "UWS shares our passion for manufacturing world class products in the United States while providing great value to our consumers."

"We are excited to join the Thule family and we look forward to the opportunities this will provide to our employees and dealers," remarked Jimmy Giddens, President of UWS, Inc. "Thule's products are internationally respected for their quality and innovation and we are proud to be a part of that."

"I would like to thank all of our employees and the dealers for the years of dedication and support," added Kenny Jones, CEO of UWS, Inc. "I am confident that Thule will continue to provide you with the same level of service that you expect from UWS."

Thule, Inc. is a wholly owned subsidiary within the Thule Group. Thule has locations in Seymour, CT, Chicago, IL, and Denver, CO. Thule's product line features multipurpose roof racks, bicycle racks, snow chains, RV accessories, just to name a few of their wide array of quality products.