McNichols Announces Web Site Improvements


TAMPA, Florida - December 1, 2006 - McNichols Company announces today the recent addition of two new functionalities on its web site (www.mcnichols.com) that will directly impact customers and potential new employees. The site's Stock Lists now contain detailed product information and its Careers section has been completely redesigned.

McNichols customers have been asking for more detailed product information. On the Stock List pages, customers can now click on the item to see a wide range of item details, such as enhanced product photos, CAD drawings and application photos. Customers can also print item specification sheets directly from the site.
Potential employees researching available positions with McNichols will now be able to apply on-line to any of the company's open positions at all 17 of its North American locations. This feature allows users to complete all applicable sections of an on-line resume as well as attach their own electronic resume. The new Careers section also includes redesigned pages for benefits, company history, corporate culture, and community involvement. This new area for potential employees is one way McNichols is continually positioning itself as an employer-of-choice.

McNichols Co., founded in 1952, is famous for its same-day shipping program, providing perforated and expanded metal, wire cloth and all types of grating and flooring to customers worldwide. Driven by a strong family legacy, the company serves numerous industries from 25 locations throughout the United States and Mexico, including 17 service centers and 8 field offices.

Headquartered in the Tampa Bay Area since 1978, McNichols Company actively maintains the ISO 9001:2000 quality standard for each of its domestic service centers. For more information on McNichols Co., visit www.mcnichols.com.

For Further Information Contact:

Steven McNichols
VP of Advanced Technology
Phone: (813) 282-3828, ext. 2107
Email: steven.mcnichols@mcnichols.com

Kristen Powers
Communications Specialist
Phone (813) 282-3828, ext. 2128
Email: kristen.powers@mcnichols.com

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