BEECHER, Ill. January 15, 2007—To support the welding needs of end-users and distributors, Bernard recently introduced a new solutions guide, The Bernard Difference, and an educational Product and Training CD. Bernard’s new solutions guide features products such as the Q™-Gun, Centerfire™ consumables and the company’s exclusive Jump Liners, along with information on how these products have provided end-users with real welding solutions. The Bernard Difference solutions guide also includes information about the company’s superior delivery and customer service, Q-Gun customization options, and the various design innovations that make using Bernard products simple, easy and efficient.

Bernard’s Product and Training CD complements the solutions guide and includes information on how to use and replace Bernard MIG welding components such as necks, Jump Liners and Centerfire consumables. The new CD also illustrates the features and benefits of the company’s products.

To request copies of The Bernard Difference solutions guide and Product and Training CD, end-users and distributors should contact the Bernard Customer Service team at 1-800-946-2281.

For product spec sheets or to learn more about Bernard products, visit bernardwelds.com, call 1-800-946-2281, fax 708-946-6726, email info@bernardwelds.com or write Bernard, 449 West Corning Road, Box 667, Beecher, IL 60401.

Located in Beecher, Ill., Bernard Welding Equipment manufactures premium GMAW (MIG) welding guns, consumables, accessories and manual arc products. For over 50 years Bernard has been an innovator in heavy-duty MIG welding and a proven contributor to improved welding productivity. Bernard Welding Equipment is a subsidiary of Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW), Glenview, Ill. ITW is a diversified multinational manufacturer of highly engineered components, assemblies and systems.

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