---------------------------------- The following is a news release from Master Bond Inc. You have received it because you are listed as an editor for your publication. If you do not wish to receive news releases from us or you are not the proper contact for news releases please email us at newsrelease@masterbond.com. Attached to this email is the photograph that is included in the press kit for this release. ---------------------------------- FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New Tough, Resilient Adhesive Resists High Impact HACKENSACK, NJ - Oct 31, 2002 -- Master Bond EP72M3 is a two component, tough, resilient elastomer modified epoxy adhesive for high performance general purpose bonding. It is formulated to cure at room temperature or more rapidly at elevated temperatures with a convenient one to one mix ratio, weight or volume. Bonds are resistant to thermal cycling and chemicals including water, gasoline, oils, greases and other petroleum products. Master Bond EP72M3 has exceptionally high impact resistance and peel strength. Adhesion to metals, glass, ceramics, wood, vulcanized rubbers and many plastics is excellent. The hardened adhesive is an electrical insulator. EP72M3 has a Shore A hardness of 78 and T-peel of >30. Master Bond EP72M3 is available in pint, quart, gallon and 5 gallon container kits. For ease of usage it is also available in syringes and gun applicators. CONTACT: James Brenner, Marketing Manager Email: jbrenner@masterbond.com Tel: 201-343-8983 Fax: 201-343-2132 MASTER BOND INC. 154 Hobart Street Hackensack, NJ 07601-3922 Web: www.masterbond.com # # #