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IK Investment Partners acquires Hansa Group

NORCROSS, GA (October 2010) - IK Investment Partners (“IK”), a Pan-European private equity firm, announces today that it has agreed to acquire 99.74% of Hansa Metallwerke AG which includes its Swiss subsidiary KWC AG ("Hansa Group" or the "Company") from its current owners.

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KWC AMERICA opens new doors in New England

NORCROSS, GA (August 2010) - KWC AMERICA is pleased to announce the recruitment of FourMax Marketing Inc, headed by Glenn Maxwell, to represent its KWC and Hansa brands in the New England region.

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HANSA announces new product additions
Homeowners can express greater personal style with HANSA

NORCROSS, GA (April 2009) - Hansa is expanding its collection of the Hansa brand shower program with several new developments. Customization and personalization are easier than ever with the new introductions.

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HANSA launches innovative expansion of its Collection of Styles

NORCROSS, GA (April 2009) - From modern to traditional, Hansa displays an entire range of inspiring faucet designs with its new Collection of Styles. Comprised of four new product lines- HANSASTELA, HANSAFORM, HANSASTYLE and HANSACLASSIC-the new HANSA Collection of Styles reflects the four international trends-Modern, Minimalist, Contemporary and Traditional.

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Capture the power of water, light and color
HANSA Introduces the HANSACLEAR and HANSACLEAR LUX

NORCROSS, GA (April 2009) - Hansa announces the U.S. launch of its groundbreaking shower collection-the HANSACLEAR and HANSACLEAR LUX. Created by famed designers Michael Lammel and Bertrand Illert, this innovative shower series is completely transparent, reflecting the purity of water.

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HANSA2DAY makes a splash in the bathroom

NORCROSS, GA (April 2009) - A tilt function in the new HANSA2DAY shower head allows for the choice between a waterfall and an active spray making for daily showering pleasure. The cool-elegant, white, vessel-shaped head of the HANSA2DAY brings a completely new look into every bathroom.

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HANSA Partners With EPA's WaterSense® Program

NORCROSS, GA (April 2009) - Hansa has teamed with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) WaterSense program to help consumers save water for future generations and reduce costs on their utility bills.

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HANSA - internationally renowned brand

NORCROSS, GA (April 2009) - Founded in 1911 in Stuttgart, Germany, Hansa has evolved into the world-renowned leader in the kitchen and bath industry. For nearly a century, the family-owned and operated company has demonstrated a passion for uncompromising quality in technology, production, innovation, design and service.

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HANSA unveils a new "twist" to the home spa
The HANSACOLOURSHOWER now available with an integrated thermostatic control

NORCROSS, GA (April 2009) - Answering the demand for more flexible volume and temperature control, Hansa introduces the HANSACOLOURSHOWER with an enhanced feature-the HANSATWISTER. With the simple push of a button, the HANSACOLOURSHOWER provides color for a stimulating shower experience that reduces stress, balances energy and creates a sense of well-being.

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HANSARONDA creates urban elegance

NORCROSS, GA (April 2009) - The HANSARONDA embodies freedom as the open spout allows the water to display itself clearly and freely. Its urban elegance offers a complete bathroom collection that adapts perfectly to functional surroundings.

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Create a bathroom water experience in style
Bruno Sacco's HANSASTELA introduces luxury to the modern bathroom

NORCROSS, GA (April 2009) - Bruno Sacco continues to advance technology with uncompromising design in the bathroom with the creation of the HANSASTELA. Due to enormous success, Hansa has expanded its finish portfolio to include brushed nickel. Sacco, the former director of design for Mercedes-Benz, is also the mastermind behind Hansa's multi-award winning HANSAMURANO and HANSACANYON.

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HANSA expands HANSASTELA collection

NORCROSS, GA (April 2009) - With clear, yet unusually combined shapes, designers Bruno Sacco and Reinhard Zetsche, creators of the multi-award winning HANSAMURANO and HANSACANYON, now position high-quality design at an affordable price point. Building on the momentum of the initial launch in 2007, Hansa introduces the HANSASTELA vessel faucet.

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HANSA LAUNCHES INNOVATIVE EXPANSION OF ITS COLLECTION OF STYLES

NORCROSS, GA (April 2008) - From modern to traditional, Hansa displays an entire range of inspiring faucet designs with its new Collection of Styles. Comprised of four new product lines-Hansastela, Hansaform, Hansastyle and Hansaclassic-the new Hansa Collection of Styles reflects the four international trends-Modern, Minimalist, Contemporary and Traditional.

"The Collection of Styles offers individualization for those with an appreciation of high value design," says Chris Marshall, president and CEO of HANSA AMERICA.

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KWC AMERICA CUSTOMIZES THE SHOWER EXPERIENCE

NORCROSS, GA (April 2008) - With one of the largest selections of shower systems in North America, KWC AMERICA launches a new online shower design guide to simplify the shower customization process. KWC AMERICA's "Build Shower System" program allows the consumer to visualize custom shower by demonstrating which products might work best together depending on the users specific showering needs.

KWC and Hansa offer a wide selection of shower systems that include a multitude of shower heads, body sprays, thermostats and trim kit options. As the user navigates the online program adding shower components is as easy as a click of the mouse. On each option, the pipelines and the rough-ins as well as the finished project are displayed through "combo", "rough-in" and "trim" views to assist in planning a successful custom shower installation.

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HANSA ELEVATES ITS HANSARONDA COLLECTION TO THE NEXT LEVEL OF PERFORMANCE

NORCROSS, GA (April 2008) - Hansa adds to its classic Hansaronda collection with the introduction of the new Hansaronda vessel faucet. Embodying freedom and high style, the Hansaronda is ideal for modern washstands or sink basins.

"The flawless blend of functionality and luxury creates a calming experience that is synonymous with the Hansa brand," says Jeff Boardman, divisional sales manager of HANSA AMERICA. "We are excited to provide homeowners more design flexibility with this new addition to the Hansaronda collection."

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HANSA UNVEILS A NEW "TWIST" TO THE HOME SPA
The HANSACOLOURSHOWER Now Available with an Integrated Thermostatic Control

NORCROSS, GA (April 2008) - Answering the demand for more flexible volume and temperature control, Hansa introduces the Hansacolourshower with an enhanced feature-the twister. With the simple push of a button, the Hansacolourshower provides color for a stimulating shower experience that reduces stress, balances energy and creates a sense of well-being.

"The Hansacolourshower was so well received that we wanted to expand the options available to homeowners," says Wendy Foisy, divisional sales manager of Hansa and KWC AMERICA. "Along with the soothing effects of our chromatherapy package, we are pleased to offer an element that allows for a thermostatic solution."

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CAPTURE THE POWER OF WATER, LIGHT AND COLOR
HANSA Introduces the HANSACLEAR and HANSACLEAR LUX

NORCROSS, GA (April 2008) - Hansa announces the U.S. launch of its groundbreaking shower collection-the Hansaclear and Hansaclear lux. Created by famed designers Michael Lammel and Bertrand Illert, this innovative shower series is completely transparent, reflecting the purity of water.

The Hansaclear lux shower head is also LED illuminated and has the ability of altering the water's color at the touch of a single button. Providing a full sensory experience, the Hansaclear lux combines the therapeutic benefits of water, light and color. Covering the entire spectrum of colors, an invigorating shower is achieved with warmer colors like red, orange or yellow, or, a more relaxing at-home spa experience featuring blue, lavender or green.

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CREATE A BATHROOM WATER EXPERIENCE IN STYLE
Bruno Sacco's HANSASTELA Introduces Luxury to the Modern Bathroom

NORCROSS, GA (May 2007) - Bruno Sacco continues to advance technology with uncompromising design in the bathroom with the creation of the Hansastela. This striking new collection brings an individualized, modern flair to the contemporary bathroom. Sacco, the former director of design for Mercedes-Benz, is also the mastermind behind Hansa's multi-award winning Hansamurano and Hansacanyon.

"Designer Bruno Sacco has developed another Hansa masterpiece," says Chris Marshall, president and CEO of Hansa and KWC AMERICA. "The sleek joy-stick controlling the laminar flow allows consumers to experience water in style."

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HANSA2DAY MAKES A SPLASH IN THE BATHROOM

NORCROSS, GA (August 2007) - A tilt function in the new Hansa2day shower head allows for the choice between a waterfall and an active spray making for daily showering pleasure. The cool-elegant, white, vessel-shaped head and decorative chrome of the Hansa2day brings a completely new look into every bathroom.

“The Hansa2day makes showering a personalized and invigorating experience,” says Jeff Boardman, regional sales manager of Hansa and KWC AMERICA. “Whether it’s invigorating, stimulating or a relaxing wellness shower, the Hansa2day complements any personal style.”

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HANSACANYON IS THE LATEST BATHROOM COLLECTION BY BRUNO SACCO

NORCROSS, GA (May 2007) - Hansa continues to define innovation by introducing the Hansacanyon, a monolithically shaped fixture with a bold stream of illuminated water. The extraordinary faucet is designed by former director of design for Mercedes-Benz, Bruno Sacco.

"We are honored to continue our work with Bruno Sacco," says Chris Marshall, president and CEO of Hansa and KWC AMERICA. "He succeeded in giving form to water."

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BEAUTY OF NATURE IS CAPTURED AND INTEGRATED INTO THE HANSAMOTION FAUCET

NORCROSS, GA (May 2007) - The grace of a naturally flowing river is captured by the elegant, new Hansamotion faucet, the latest water sculpture for the bath from Hansa. As it pours into the basin below, the water takes on a fascinating braided form as it gently flows across the curved body of the fitting. The faucet, now available in the U.S., recently won the Red Dot award from the Design Center of North Rhine-Westphalia.

"In order to design the Hansamotion collection, I toured and studied numerous rivers and lakes to truly understand how water moves throughout nature," said Michael Lammel, Hansamotion creator. "My goal was to design a faucet that mirrors the beauty of nature, while still maintaining the functionality needed in a home bath environment."

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HANSAMURANO COLLECTION EXEMPLIFIES ELEGANCE AND PERFORMANCE FOR THE BATH

NORCROSS, GA (August 2007) - The award winning Hansamurano series, developed and designed by Bruno Sacco and Reinhard Zetsche, transforms glass and chrome into a sleek line of performance-driven water sculptures for the bath. The Hansamurano collection showcases a breathtaking gentle veil of unfettered water that pours freely across a curved glass dish.

"The newest addition to the Hansamurano collection is the Hansamurano E, featuring the same alluring design elements, yet coupled with the convenience of sensor technology," says Sherry Foster, technical manager for Hansa and KWC AMERICA.

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THE HANSAPRADO COMBINES EUROPEAN FUNCTION AND MODERN DESIGN
New HANSA Bathroom Collection offers 16 percent in Energy and Water Savings

NORCROSS, GA (August 2007) – Europeans are often praised for their functionality and modern designs. Hansa, with its world headquarters located in Germany, is now introducing its most efficient bathroom collection to the American market. The Hansaprado offers a luxurious, modern design while staying ecologically-friendly.

While providing a full stream of water, the Hansaprado offers a pre-adjustable water volume cartridge. The Hansaprado’s integrated anti-scald setting can also be adjusted individually, thus reducing the risk of scalding and hot water consumption.

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